Andrea Putt
Allegan,MI
Summary
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication skills and committed to inspiring community service adept at advocating for client needs
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Care Manager
Area Agency On Aging Of Western Michigan
04.2013 - Current
- Optimized service delivery by regularly evaluating program effectiveness using qualitative data analysis methods.
- Bolstered client safety by swiftly identifying and addressing potential risks or instances of abuse and neglect.
- Empowered clients to achieve greater independence by facilitating skill-building workshops covering topics such as budgeting, job searching, and conflict resolution.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure optimal physical health outcomes for clients in need of medical attention.
- Managing multiple calls daily and making daily numerous community referrals
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and reassessments of client’s health status 9 counties throughout Michigan.
- Determine client’s medical eligibility for Care Management programs;
- Record client’s medication information/vital signs;
- Develop and implement Care Plans
- Order delivery of services determined necessary through person centered care planning
- Facilitate referrals for needs outside of offered programs;
- Coordinate with client, client’s family/supports and service providers to maximize informal support systems and link to community resources;
- Plan or participate in care conferences with clients as needed;
- Follow care management procedures, including documentation standards,
- Monitor cost and quality of services provided ongoing;
- Act as client advocate;
- Coordinate services to avoid duplication and fragmentation;
- Serve on community committees/ boards as requested;
- Responsible for completion of specific objectives and Care Plans
- Able to make independent judgment decisions within scope of practice
- Understand HIPAA regulations and compliance;
- Conduct business in a, culturally sensitive and ethical manner;
- Possess and understand basic Long-Term Care Medicaid eligibility;
- Complete applications; Medicaid, Initial Asset Assessments, Medicare Savings Program, food stamps, SER;
- Complete annual Medicaid reviews for MI-Choice clients;
- Other duties as assigned
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs
Social Worker Transition Navigator
Reliance Continuing Care Partners
12.2008 - 04.2013
- Assisting seniors and adults with disabilities to return to community living from nursing facilities services 14 Michigan counties
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Assisted clients in navigating legal systems, attending court hearings as needed and providing support throughout.
- Assisting with housing search services
- Assisting with Home modifications
- Providing moving-related and furniture expenses
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources
- Advocated for clients'' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits
- Enhanced community outreach efforts for better service accessibility and increased program enrollment
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes
- Facilitated successful client transitions from residential facilities to independent living situations with appropriate supports in place
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Education And Gerontology
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI08.1995
Skills
- Assessment skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Self Motivation
- Time management abilities
- Quality improvements
Certification
- Licensed Social Worker State Of Michigan - 2002
Timeline
Social Work Care Manager
Area Agency On Aging Of Western Michigan
04.2013 - Current
Social Worker Transition Navigator
Reliance Continuing Care Partners
12.2008 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Health Education And Gerontology
Western Michigan University
- Licensed Social Worker State Of Michigan - 2002
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