Ann Dawsey
Dothan,AL
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker with 9 years of comprehensive experience providing social services to various groups of people to aid with day-to-day issues. Well-versed in assessing client strengths, advocating for client resources. Experience with helping clients change behaviors and access family and community resources to manage health. A Social Worker offering case management expertise with proven competence to quickly build trust and rapport with clients from diverse cultures. Highly adept at case planning and diagnosis management. Committed to achieving high-quality, cost-effective care for patients and families. Continuously improves processes and services to support patient care, education and research. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Evening Manager
House of Ruth
Dothan, AL
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted survivors in accessing housing, financial assistance, medical care, mental health services, childcare services, job training programs.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive service plans for clients affected by domestic violence.
- Conducted safety assessments and provided safety planning strategies to survivors of domestic violence.
- Facilitated support groups for victims of domestic violence with the goal of enhancing their self-esteem and providing emotional support.
- Coordinated activities that promoted awareness about domestic violence issues within the community.
- Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
- Facilitated frequent family conferences to discuss case plans in detail and discuss goals.
Student Intern
Hawk Houston Youth Enrichment Center
Dothan, AL
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Greeted customers and provided friendly, courteous service.
- Supervised a food program for the city of Dothan.
- Facilitated life skill training for age appropriate groups.
- Worked with diverse group of children and families.
- Initiated a community health fair to enhance the lives of those we served.
- Assisted with virtual learning programs.
College and Career Advisor
Hawk Houston Youth Enrichment Center
Dothan, AL
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed and implemented innovative strategies for career exploration, job search techniques, and resume development.
- Conducted workshops on topics such as interviewing skills, networking tips, graduate school preparation, and career decision-making.
- Assisted in developing new programs and initiatives related to academic success and career planning.
- Monitored student progress towards degree completion through regular advisement sessions.
- Tutoring and assisting with homework.
- ACT PREP
- Recruited volunteers
- Field trips
Case Manager/Domestic Violence Victim Advocate
House Of Ruth
Dothan, AL
07.2014 - 10.2016
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Facilitated communication between clients and social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients.
- Managed shelter daily living activities and monitored the safety of shelter clients.
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients who lacked access to reliable transportation.
- Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status.
- Developed trusting relationships with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies.
Case Manager/ Supportive Housing
SpectraCare
Dothan, AL
02.2015 - 07.2015
- Reviewed treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards.
- Monitored and kept meticulous records of patient treatment plans and response of patient to medication.
- Transitioned clients to different providers based on progress or needs.
- Communicated with legal services providers, social services agencies and local judicial systems regarding cases.
- Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
Education
MBA - Masters of Social Work
Troy University
Troy, AL12-2019
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Troy University
Troy, AL12-2014
Skills
- Patient-centered care
- Crisis Assessment
- Case Documentation
- Client documentation
- Client Confidentiality
- Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Client Advocacy
- Resource Navigation
- Safety Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Life Skills Development
- Violence prevention
- Staff Development
- Client Needs Assessment
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Community Resources
- Psycho-social assessments
- Social Services
- Mental Health Training
- Domestic Violence Training
- Shelter arrangements
- Case Management
Timeline
Evening Manager
House of Ruth
01.2023 - Current
Student Intern
Hawk Houston Youth Enrichment Center
06.2019 - 07.2021
College and Career Advisor
Hawk Houston Youth Enrichment Center
10.2018 - 06.2019
Case Manager/ Supportive Housing
SpectraCare
02.2015 - 07.2015
Case Manager/Domestic Violence Victim Advocate
House Of Ruth
07.2014 - 10.2016
MBA - Masters of Social Work
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Troy University
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