Alice Powell
Richmond,VA
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher-Middle and High School
Henrico County Public Schools
Henrico, VA
09.2002 - 06.2004
- Understood and followed oral and written directions
- Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
Counselor Aide
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority
Richmond, VA
01.2000 - 06.2002
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
- Collaborated with medical staff to coordinate medication management for clients
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality
- Communicated effectively with other members of the healthcare team regarding patient needs
- Observed behavioral changes in patients and reported any concerns promptly.
Social Worker
City of Richmond, Department of Social Services
Richmond, VA
09.1968 - 10.1998
- Provided case management and support services to children and families in the foster care system
- Collaborated with community organizations to identify resources available to assist clients
- Maintained confidentiality through stringent handling of charts and data
- Assessed clients for neglect and abusive situations to compile documentation for court hearings and reports
- Conducted assessments, evaluations and intake interviews with clients to determine needs
- Provided crisis intervention services via telephone or in person when needed
- Participated in meetings with multidisciplinary teams to discuss cases involving victims of domestic violence
- Attended court hearings when necessary to provide support for victims of domestic violence
- Developed safety plans with clients and assisted them in accessing available resources
- Maintained and developed community relationships to support various client referrals
- Assisted and advocated for clients obtaining financial resources and government entitlements
- Provided individual counseling to victims of domestic violence and their families
- Assisted individuals in navigating the legal system by providing information on filing restraining orders or obtaining protective orders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Virginia Union University
Richmond, Virginia06-1968
Affiliations
- Hanover Community Center Involvement
- Assistant and Secretary of Hanover Community Center Board of Directors-2001-2006
- President-2006-2012
- 2012-2023-1st vice president
- 2023- current president
- Lifetime Member
- Fundraising committee member
- Coordinator of Annual Fruit Sale
- Planned monthly meetings for seniors (guest speakers, arts and crafts, exercise,etc.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher-Middle and High School
Henrico County Public Schools
09.2002 - 06.2004
Counselor Aide
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority
01.2000 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Virginia Union University
Social Worker
City of Richmond, Department of Social Services
09.1968 - 10.1998