Alexis Poncelet
Nevis,MN
Summary
Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of clients. Expertise in case management, adoption, and permanency. Respectful and compassionate professional offering a 5-year background serving my community by providing guidance and services for clients in need. I have a strong commitment to fostering positive outcomes and enhancing community well-being. Adept at providing support, advocacy, and resources to my community while maintaining high ethical standards. Demonstrates collaborative approach, adaptability to changing needs, and focus on delivering impactful results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Hubbard County Human Services
07.2019 - Current
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
- Increased client engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
- Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
- Facilitated successful client transitions from residential facilities to independent living situations with appropriate supports in place.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Achieved significant improvements in client mental health through consistent, empathetic counseling and crisis intervention.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and provide in-situ support, improving client safety and well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN05-2019
Skills
- Compassionate
- Case Management
- Client Advocacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Social Services
- Efficient under pressure
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Self-awareness
- Cooperative
- Case Documentation
- Client Confidentiality
- Child Welfare Expertise
- Referrals and networking
- Family Case Management
- Community Resources
- Child Development
- Safety Planning
- Service planning
- Court Hearings
- DSM-IV knowledge
Timeline
Social Worker
Hubbard County Human Services
07.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bemidji State University
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