Anna Kaye Rideout
Kerr Brothers Funeral Home
Lexington, KY US,KY
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Experienced Social Work Educator and Behavioral-Health Professional with a Master of Social Work and Kentucky Certified Social Worker credential. Skilled in undergraduate instruction, curriculum development, psychosocial evaluation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Integrates clinical and healthcare expertise into teaching to enhance student understanding of social work theory, ethics, and client-centered practices.
Work History
Administrative
1 Year 2 Months- Delivered administrative support to enhance operations within funeral home environment.
- Facilitated funeral directors' administrative tasks, including preparation of obituaries and memorial materials.
- Communicated professionally and compassionately with families during times of need.
- Managed daily administrative functions, ensuring sensitivity, professionalism, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Social Work Adjunct Faculty — BSW Program
3 Months- Instructed students in the undergraduate Social Work Program.
- Adapted established course curriculum to meet diverse student learning needs, enhancing engagement and comprehension.
- Leveraged Canvas and online materials to facilitate instruction and foster effective student communication.
- Lectured on campus and adapted instruction for online delivery.
- Ensured timely student communication through prompt responses, Canvas announcements, and dedicated office hours.
- Developed classroom expectations aligned with university and program standards.
- Integrated curriculum through multiple instructional formats and interactive learning activities.
Social Worker, CSW
11 Months- Collaborated with multidisciplinary treatment team in daily meetings to enhance caseload management and optimize treatment plans.
- Conducted motivational interviewing, SDOH screenings, TWEAK assessments, substance-use histories, and behavioral-change assessments.
- Applied clinical judgment and evidence-informed social work practice to complex behavioral-health needs.
- Coordinated discharge planning, referrals, safety planning, and community resource connections to ensure smooth transitions for clients.
- Utilized clinical judgment and evidence-informed practices to address complex behavioral health needs, improving client outcomes.
Intake Coordinator
9 Months- Reviewed clinical referrals from community resources, nursing homes, medical facilities, therapists, and substance-use treatment programs.
- Reviewed clinical referrals from community resources, nursing homes, medical facilities, therapists, and substance-use treatment programs to ensure appropriate patient placement.
- Completed psychosocial, substance-use, behavioral-change assessments, mental status examinations, and C-SSRS suicide triage assessments to inform treatment plans.
- Gathered collateral information from families, state guardians, and other sources to enhance support and coordination of patient care.
Case Manager
3 Months- Assessed crisis and imminent-risk situations involving self-harm or suicidal ideation and used crisis-response and safety-planning skills.
- Conducted intake and ongoing assessments using psychosocial and standardized tools including PHQ-9, GAD-7, PCL-5, and C-SSRS-Triage.
- Developed individualized treatment plans and conducted outreach to engage hard-to-reach populations.
- Facilitated weekly group therapy sessions, utilizing evidence-based materials including CBT, DBT, and SMART Goals to enhance participant outcomes.
- Completed DARP documentation and LOCUS evaluations, supporting discharge planning, referrals, SDOH screening, and safety planning.
MSW Practicum Student
11 Months- Assessed psychosocial needs of pediatric patients and families, compiling tailored resources to address specific diagnoses and family circumstances.
- Conducted psychosocial and quality-of-life assessments for kidney transplant and end-stage renal disease populations, informing care strategies and support services.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient needs and family dynamics to develop tailored care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services for pediatric patients with complex medical conditions.
- Provided emotional support and crisis intervention to families navigating chronic illness challenges.
Practicum Student
4 Months- Assisted with psychosocial assessments and resource development while observing developmental assessments, including ADOS, to enhance understanding of child development processes.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify health needs and tailor care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment strategies for adolescents.
- Assisted in developing educational materials for patients and families on health topics.
Research Practicum Student
4 Months- Proofread, edited, and cleaned data for faculty publications, ensuring clarity and accuracy of research findings.
- Coordinated with organizations to recruit research participants, enhancing sample diversity and study relevance.
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored support plans.
- Facilitated group sessions to promote client engagement and foster community connections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and program effectiveness.
Undergraduate Research Scholar
3 Months- Supported faculty research by proofreading, editing, and cleaning data to ensure accuracy.
- Collaborated with organizations to enhance recruitment efforts for research participants.
- Conducted literature reviews to support research projects within social work disciplines.
- Analyzed qualitative data using coding frameworks to identify patterns and insights.
- Collaborated with faculty to design and implement research methodologies for studies.
Peer Instructor
- Collaborated with Jaime Wainscott to instruct a course in the College of Social Work, enhancing student learning.
- Developed and delivered presentations aligned with curriculum guidelines, engaging students through interactive lectures.
- Evaluated discussion boards and student assignments, offering targeted support to foster academic growth both in and outside the classroom.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Skills
Classroom & Online Instruction
Lesson & Presentation Development
Student Engagement & Support
Curriculum Implementation
Canvas & Online Learning
Discussion Facilitation
Student Evaluation & Feedback
Undergraduate Social Work Education
Social Work Practice
Behavioral Health
Clinical Assessment
Crisis Intervention
Motivational Interviewing
CBT & DBT-Informed Practice
Social Determinants of Health
Evidence-Based Practice
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Research & Academic Writing
Classroom Management
Certification
Kentucky Certified Social Worker (CSW) — March 2024
Honors and Awards
· University of Kentucky College of Social Work Undergraduate Research Scholar
· University Scholars Program
· University of Kentucky Dean’s List
Timeline
Social Work Adjunct Faculty — BSW Program
Eastern Kentucky University
09.2025 - 12.2025Read More
Administrative
Kerr Brothers Funeral Home
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Social Worker, CSW
Eastern State Hospital
04.2024 - 03.2025Read More
Intake Coordinator
Lifepoint Health / Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center
07.2023 - 04.2024Read More
Case Manager
Mindoula Health
01.2023 - 04.2023Read More
MSW Practicum Student
Kentucky Clinic — Pediatric Specialty / Pulmonary / Cystic Fibrosis Center
01.2022 - 12.2022Read More
Practicum Student
Kentucky Clinic — Adolescent Medicine
08.2021 - 12.2021Read More
Research Practicum Student
University of Kentucky College of Social Work
08.2021 - 12.2021Read More
Undergraduate Research Scholar
University of Kentucky College of Social Work
05.2021 - 08.2021Read More
Peer Instructor
University of Kentucky College of Social Work
01.2021 - 01.2021Read More
University of Kentucky
Master of Social Work from Social Work
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University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts from Social Work
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