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Alexis Rodriguez

Bolingbrook,Illinois

Summary

As a licensed Social Worker the goal is to successfully assist clients through unveiling mental and emotional needs through the various application of therapeutic techniques and tools. The following can been conducted through identifying root causes of complication through the development of report building. When seeking out therapy the pursuit in doing so may be daunting but through providing a comforting space this can allow the application of evidence-based treatments.





Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Therapist Social Worker LSW

Lifestance Health
07.2022 - Current
  • Worked with children and adolescent/young adults from ages 11 through 55 years old
  • Worked with clients diagnosed with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, Trauma
  • Curated Safety plans, safety risk assessments for high risk clients
  • Applied Music Therapy, Art Therapy, and Play therapy, Mindfulness-base CBT, DBT, and Peer Support
  • Collaborated with testing team, psychiatrists, nurse practitioner as well as additional therapist on team to

provide better informed care for client.

  • Created and provided care plan for clients and parents for continued care within home
  • Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
  • Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
  • Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.

Therapist Social Worker

Denise Tomkins & Associates
12.2021 - 06.2022
  • Worked with children and adolescent/young adults from ages 9 through 19 year old
  • Worked with clients diagnosed with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, & PTSD
  • Curated unique Safety Plans and Games for Children
  • Applied Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Psych Education, Thought Challenging, etc.

Peer Support Specialist

Thresholds
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Assisting clients/”Guests” with suicidal, and self-harm ideations
  • Utilized Columbia suicide scale to asses individuals' mental state
  • Articulated Goals for recovery and monitored clients/”Guests” Progress
  • Researched variations of resources for clients/”Guests” needs
  • Worked with clients/”Guests” with BPD, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, and chronic Anxiety
  • Utilized forms of Harm Reeducation
  • Utilized Smart Care Program to transcribe Social Work notations

Social Worker Intern

The University Of Chicago Medicine
10.2020 - 05.2021
  • Work in zoom rounds with multidisciplinary team
  • Completed Social Work Assessments & Initial note for SAR, LTACH, Acute Rehab Placements
  • Utilized Epic program to complete Social Work notations
  • Completed OBRA Screen forms for placements
  • Completed referral for Homemaker Services,(patient under 60)
  • Attached clinicals in allscripts,(electronic referral system)
  • Completed PCS Forms for ambulance transport
  • Completed UCMC PROJECT for Social Work Resources

Social Work Intern

Sarah’s Inn
10.2019 - 05.2020
  • Provide educational programming for youth in order to prevent future relationship violence. (Together Strong Prevention Program).
  • Curated virtual presentation to provide educational understanding of healthy texting habits in order to educate youth during times of global pandemic
  • Documented services provided meticulously by keeping accurate records of activities, interactions and conversations.
  • Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.

Court Assistive Advocate

Metropolitan Family Services Of Family Shelter
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Worked amongst court advocates to assist clients who were seeking orders of protection
  • Provided clients with knowledge that contained information on domestic violence agencies regarding orders of protection
  • Supported individuals with legal, physical, or mental health concerns in dealing with routine needs and complex problems.
  • Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
  • Conducted pre-screening activities to determine eligibility for supportive services.

Assistive Advocate

Metropolitan Family Services Of Family Shelter
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Worked in a family shelter with families of victims of domestic violence
  • Completed 40 hours of Domestic Violence training (Now expired)
  • Worked and assisted with various Human Resources administrative duties

Camp Counselor

Camp One Step By Children’s Oncology Services
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Worked with children of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching activities for campers.
  • Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
  • Responded to emergencies by following first-aid guidelines and coordinating with medical personnel for participants requiring medical attention.
  • Assist with providing empowering, supportive, educational, and fun experiences for children who diagnosed

with cancer.

  • Selected to serve as Counselor for 13-16-year-old Program designed to allow campers to visit various destinations.
  • Utilized previous personal experiences, educational background, and additional methods to assist empower, and encourage kids with cancer to understand and conquer life challenges.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety, and inclusivity.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.

Social Work Intern

Mount Vernon Township High School
03.2018 - 05.2019
  • Actively participated in student observations with Social Worker
  • Reviewed student Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and 504 plans with Social Worker
  • Assist Social Worker with providing services to students with IEP and 504 plans
  • Assist with implementing individualized service plans for truancy and detention program
  • Mediated between family members to facilitate conflict resolution and build healthy family relationships.

Social Work Intern

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Assisted audiologist with medical records reviews to facilitate improved performance and quality assurance.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Assisted Audiologist with patients, family members and friends during patient appointments.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Volunteer

Johnson Elementary School
03.2017 - 03.2017
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Assisted teachers and other staff with various activities for Kindergarten through 5th grade students.
  • Worked with Social Worker to assist with various child needs.
  • Chaperoned after school field trip for 3rd and 4th grade students.

Volunteer

The Women’s Center
10.2016 - 11.2016
  • Assisted sexual assault survivors and their families with essential needs while staying at the women’s center.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with needed services.

Education

Masters of Social Work - Clinical Concentration Social Work

University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2022

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
05.2019

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Mindfulness-based CBT
  • Music Therapy
  • Art Therapy
  • Psychoeducation

Certification

License Social Worker

NO. 150.106760



Timeline

Therapist Social Worker LSW

Lifestance Health
07.2022 - Current

Therapist Social Worker

Denise Tomkins & Associates
12.2021 - 06.2022

Peer Support Specialist

Thresholds
09.2021 - 11.2021

Social Worker Intern

The University Of Chicago Medicine
10.2020 - 05.2021

Social Work Intern

Sarah’s Inn
10.2019 - 05.2020

Court Assistive Advocate

Metropolitan Family Services Of Family Shelter
10.2019 - 03.2020

Assistive Advocate

Metropolitan Family Services Of Family Shelter
06.2019 - 08.2019

Camp Counselor

Camp One Step By Children’s Oncology Services
06.2018 - 06.2019

Social Work Intern

Mount Vernon Township High School
03.2018 - 05.2019

Social Work Intern

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
06.2017 - 08.2017

Volunteer

Johnson Elementary School
03.2017 - 03.2017

Volunteer

The Women’s Center
10.2016 - 11.2016

Masters of Social Work - Clinical Concentration Social Work

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Alexis Rodriguez