Abibatu Kamara
Upper Marlboro,MD
Summary
Targeted Case Manager versed in mental health/intellectual disorders with focused experience understanding common personal struggles among all populations. Assists patients requiring assistance through referrals to local community programs and healthcare providers. Excellent network of mental health and social services contacts and resources.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social worker discharge planning
Woodbine rehabilitation and healthcare
11.2020 - Current
- Review Hospital records
- Conduct meetings/assessments for admissions, Quarterly, Significant Change and Annual
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans
- Trauma informed care
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Complete admission Assessment/Social Service Assessment w/n 24-48hrs hrs. of admissions
- Serve as Center liaison to support patient and family expectations expressed
- Making referrals and obtaining services from outside entities
- Assisting residents with financial matters such as Medicaid applications, Medicare enrollment and redeterminations
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program Consultant
McGuire Therapeutic Services
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Provide individual and group counseling sessions to clients with a focus on rehabilitation and recovery
- Develop treatment plans and goals in collaboration with clients and other members of the healthcare team
- Conduct assessments to evaluate clients' mental health needs and identify appropriate interventions
- Monitor and evaluate clients' progress throughout the rehabilitation process
- Collaborate with psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients
- Maintain contact with caregivers, case managers, attorneys, etc.
- Refer participants, as necessary, to agencies providing community services
Community Health worker
Adventist Healthcare
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Researched and compiled a list of community resources available to patients after being discharged from the hospital
- Helping patients navigate the health care and social service systems.
- Facilitated health screenings with follow-up care to target specific issues.
- Promoted access to healthcare services for underprivileged populations through community outreach efforts.
- Conducted Mental Health and Substance Abuse Assessments Crisis Intervention, and Case Management.
- Reviewing the quality of their care and compliance with healthcare regulations
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions, provided recommendations for safety improvements and connected clients with resources as needed.
- Conducted patient interviews and thoroughly documented information to maintain accurate health records
- Connected families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to healthcare access and improving quality of life.
Care Coordinator
Preventive Measures
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Develop Plan of Care (POC) that identifies goals and interventions
- Provide total care coordination for CSA clients to ensure that therapeutic services are provided utilizing the person-centered model
- Reviewing Community Support services to ensure services are appropriately documented.
- Collaborate with other healthcare practitioners to participate in continuity of care and discussions for the medical or physical condition of the client
- Provide counseling and therapeutic services to clients through individual, family, and group sessions that are consistent with current treatment trends,
Education
Master of Public Health- Health Education (MPH) -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2020
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05.2017
Skills
- Electronic Health Records Systems
- Organization Problem solving
- Management
- Oral and written communication skills
- Case Management
- Client Advocacy
- CPR, First Aid, AED
Certification
Adult First AID/CPR/AED, 06/2023-present
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program Consultant
McGuire Therapeutic Services
06.2021 - 06.2022
Social worker discharge planning
Woodbine rehabilitation and healthcare
11.2020 - Current
Community Health worker
Adventist Healthcare
01.2019 - 11.2020
Care Coordinator
Preventive Measures
09.2017 - 12.2019
Master of Public Health- Health Education (MPH) -
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
Bowie State University