Dedicated associate clinical social worker well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Strong background in supporting client treatment plans. Compassionate and driven with unfailing work ethic and passion for helping others.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Coordinator
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
03.2014 - Current
Monitored office supply inventory, analyzing usage patterns and requisitioning supplies and equipment as well as maintenance repair services.
Assembled and maintained patient medical records and other documents related to patient care.
Responded to patient call lights to expedite appropriate follow-through.
Promoted individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory continuing education and skills competency.
Assisted with processing patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
Identified and facilitated resolution of unit operational problems independently, collaborating with manager to resolve complex problems.
Collaborated, communicated and engaged with family and support system to support client healing process.
Transcribed physician orders accurately and alerted nurses to new orders, single orders and stat medications.
Coordinated and maintained referral sources related to admissions, discharges and follow up services to sustain daily census requirements.
Entered work orders into computer system for appropriate departments regarding maintenance issues and biomed needs.
Provided care for 24-patient unit, coordinating day-to-day hygiene, feeding and quality of life functions.
Coordinated non-clinical and ancillary services of assigned patient care units.
Provided care at a level 1 trauma health care center to homeless, underrepresented, veterans, low socioeconomic status and any patient assigned to unit.
Social Work Intern • Intern
Health Mind and Brain Center
Apple Valley, CA
08.2022 - 02.2023
Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
Conducted research and wrote reports to provide accurate and up-to-date summaries of client conditions.
Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
Assisted in providing crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
Maintained client reports to track client progress, record interventions and provide relevant data for analysis.
Facilitated individual therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
Assisted in providing referrals to clients in need.
Social Work Intern • Intern
Knott Family Foster Care and Adoption Agency
08.2021 - 02.2022
Managed caseload of 12 individuals performing monthly house visits with both children and their families
Assisted in creating individual treatment plans tailored to specific mental and physical needs for each client.
Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
Documented services provided meticulously by keeping accurate records of activities, interactions and conversations.
Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
Assisted in monitoring clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
Assisted in providing crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
Assisted in mediating between family members to facilitate conflict resolution and build healthy family relationships.
Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
Education
MSW Masters - Social Work
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
02.2023
B.A. Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Cal State San
San Bernardino, CA
03.2020
A.A. Associate of Arts - Social and Behavioral Sciences
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA
05.2018
Skills
Patient Education
Case Management
Community Outreach
Resource Administration
Mental Health
Crisis Intervention
Patient Health Information Access
Biopsychosocial Assessments
Social Advocacy
EPIC
Group & Individual Therapy
Documentation
Certification
Children Entering Care: Mental Health Issues Child
Development Caring for Children who Have Been Sexually
Abused Child Abuse & Neglect Family Dynamics in Foster
Care Trauma-Informed Parenting Anger Outburst
CSEC Training I-IV
Timeline
Social Work Intern • Intern
Health Mind and Brain Center
08.2022 - 02.2023
Social Work Intern • Intern
Knott Family Foster Care and Adoption Agency
08.2021 - 02.2022
Unit Coordinator
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
03.2014 - Current
MSW Masters - Social Work
Walden University
B.A. Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Cal State San
A.A. Associate of Arts - Social and Behavioral Sciences