Alexa Berger
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated Medical 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
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Social Worker
Ascension Saint Mary's Hospital
2024.04 - Current
- Connects patients with community resources, ensuring access to essential services such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance
- Offers crisis intervention services to address urgent concerns related to mental health, substance abuse, or domestic violence issues
- Develops cultural competence through ongoing professional development opportunities, providing culturally sensitive services to diverse patient populations
- Explains medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions
Licensed Social Worker
Hartgrove Behavioral Health System
2023.09 - 2024.03
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing personalized treatment plans
- Enhanced community support networks for clients by connecting them with appropriate resources and services
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care and optimal outcomes for clients
- Provided crisis intervention, de-escalating volatile situations and connecting individuals with emergency services when necessary
Substance Abuse Counselor
The Grove Recovery Center
2019.10 - 2021.01
- Facilitated weekly education groups to co-ed clients about addiction, the 12-step program, Alcoholics Anonymous, and life skills
- Maintained clinical documentation utilizing DAP notes for individual and group sessions in Alleva software
- Managed caseload of 12 substance abuse and/or dual diagnosis adults, conducted bi-weekly individual therapy sessions, and facilitated group therapy three times weekly utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectal Behavioral Therapy
Education
MSW/MBA - Social Work/Business Administration
Aurora University
08.2023
BSW - Social Work
Aurora University
12.2021
Skills
- Psychiatric Disorders
- Clinical Assessments
- Addictions and Substance Abuse
- Clinical Documentation
- Cognitive Behavior Practices
- Patient Care
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
Ascension Saint Mary's Hospital
2024.04 - Current
Licensed Social Worker
Hartgrove Behavioral Health System
2023.09 - 2024.03
Substance Abuse Counselor
The Grove Recovery Center
2019.10 - 2021.01
MSW/MBA - Social Work/Business Administration
Aurora University
BSW - Social Work
Aurora University
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