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Alicia Gass
LMSW
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Seasoned LMSW with expertise in child welfare and medical case management, reporting and court proceedings, and program management and development. Detail-oriented and hardworking with an organized nature and excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Refugee Foster Care Program Supervisor
Bethany Christian Services
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Successfully developed, implemented, and supervised pilot Supportive Independent Living group home program for youth in federal custody.
- Oversaw care of approximately 15 adolescent youth per year.
- Directly recruited, trained, and managed multi-disciplinary team including case manager, life skills coach, supports coordinator (hybrid medical and administrative role), 5 direct care staff, and co-supervised program clinician.
- Supervised MSW interns.
Refugee Foster Care Lead Case Manager
Bethany Christian Services
Grand Rapids, MI
12.2015 - 01.2021
- Coordinated with 50+ youth and families (caseload of 13-15) to develop service plans for life skill and independent living skill development while maintaining positive relationships with youths and families.
- Ensured compliance to all state and federal policy regulations.
- Engaged in daily cross-cultural communication.
- Worked closely with program leadership to advocate and expand development strategies for team of 20+ case managers and support staff.
- Supervised BSW interns.
MSW Intern
Spectrum Health
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Prepared treatment plans based on assessment findings and incorporated feedback from senior staff to optimize approaches.
- Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning.
- Co-facilitated psychoeducational and therapeutic processing groups.
- Engaged in refugee health coalition team meetings to develop preventative strategies for international populations.
- Provided preventative health education to local elementary schools.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI 08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work, Business Administration
Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids, MI 08.2011 - 05.2015
Skills
Treatment Planning
Software
MiSACWIS Database
EPIC Database
Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Active Member
- Young Life - Volunteer Student Mentor 08/2018-05/2022
Certification
Licensed Master Social Worker - Clinical
Timeline
Licensed Master Social Worker - Clinical
07-2021
Refugee Foster Care Program Supervisor
Bethany Christian Services
01.2021 - 10.2022
MSW Intern
Spectrum Health
08.2018 - 04.2019
Master of Arts - Social Work
Grand Valley State University
08.2017 - 05.2019
Refugee Foster Care Lead Case Manager
Bethany Christian Services
12.2015 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work, Business Administration
Cornerstone University
08.2011 - 05.2015