Proven leader in social work and healthcare with expertise in quality improvement, performance management, and strategic planning. Focused on enhancing patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration and efficient project management. Proven track record of supporting organizational objectives and driving positive outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior PACT Social Worker
Robert J Dole VA Medical Center
Wichita
05.2025 - Current
Senior role within PACT social work providing leadership to other social workers, collaborating with VA medical team and community medical providers on veteran care and needs.
Facilitated collaboration among healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for veterans.
Psychosocial assessments and brief solution-focused interventions of veterans with psychosocial needs.
Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
Process improvement, chart audits, implementation/development of groups for veterans, huddles, and education for staff.
Advocated for clients' rights and access to care.
Documented client progress in electronic health records accurately.
Director of Behavioral Health
GraceMed Health Clinic
Wichita
05.2024 - 05.2024
Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
Conducted regular meetings with department heads to assess and advance strategic initiatives.
Implemented quality control measures to maintain service standards at the clinic.
Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
Partnered with staff to create professional development plans to support personal and business growth.
Assessed employee performance against established benchmarks or targets.
Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
Field Care Manager
AETNA
Wichita
11.2021 - 05.2024
Coordinated comprehensive care plans for members across multiple healthcare services to ensure holistic support.
Conducted assessments to identify member needs and service gaps.
Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure effective treatment implementation.
Facilitated effective communication between members, families, and healthcare teams to promote coordinated care.
Conducted home visits to assess the health and safety of clients in their homes.
Utilized electronic health records to track member information and updates.
Supported quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery standards, leading to improved member satisfaction.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding client treatment plans.
Clinical Social Worker
KU School of Medicine-Medical Practice Association
Wichita
04.2019 - 11.2021
Provided therapy services for internal medicine and liver transplant candidates.
Worked with KU Center for Transplantation to complete psychosocial evaluations for kidney transplant candidates, follow-up care and coordination, and communicate with dialysis clinics/community providers.
Implemented Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) in clinic to support patient health management.
Collaborated with internal medicine residency clinic to enhance patient resource access.
Conducted interdisciplinary initiatives within clinic to improve patient care and identify chronic care patients.
Supervised Ph.D. candidates and provided education on social determinants of health in healthcare practice to medical residents.
Senior Social Worker
COMCARE of Sedgwick County
Wichita
11.2014 - 04.2019
Conducted clinical and diagnostic assessments using DSM-5 for individuals seeking mental health and substance use disorder treatment, facilitating access to appropriate services.
Facilitated thorough assessments in hospital settings to determine inpatient mental health treatment needs.
Delivered brief crisis assessments, individual and group therapy, and coordinated community resources and referrals, enhancing client support and outcomes.
Advocated for clients' rights and access to essential services and programs.
Documented client progress and maintained accurate case files, ensuring compliance with regulations and supporting effective case management.
Supervised MSW and counseling graduate students and provided leadership and supervision to other clinicians.
Trained and mentored junior social workers in best practices and case management.
Participated in interdisciplinary teams responsible for coordinating care across multiple service providers.
Education
MBA - Jack Welch Management Institute
Strayer University
Washington, DC
12-2025
Master of Social Work -
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
05-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
05-2008
Skills
Quality improvement
Performance management
Process improvement
Risk management
Project management
Operations management
Strategic planning
Verbal and written communication
Certification
KS Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) #4902
Timeline
Senior PACT Social Worker
Robert J Dole VA Medical Center
05.2025 - Current
Director of Behavioral Health
GraceMed Health Clinic
05.2024 - 05.2024
Field Care Manager
AETNA
11.2021 - 05.2024
Clinical Social Worker
KU School of Medicine-Medical Practice Association
Assistant Nurse Manager PACT/PACT Specialty and Occupational Health at VA Illiana Health Care SystemAssistant Nurse Manager PACT/PACT Specialty and Occupational Health at VA Illiana Health Care System
Senior PACT Social Worker / Primary Care Mental Health Integration at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)Senior PACT Social Worker / Primary Care Mental Health Integration at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Veterans Primary Care Nurse Pact Coordinator at Department of Veterans AffairsVeterans Primary Care Nurse Pact Coordinator at Department of Veterans Affairs