Anna Ryan Huh
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Community-focused professional prepared for impactful social work roles. Expertise in designing and executing community initiatives that promote well-being and resilience. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transitions of Care Community Social Worker
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Acts as community liaison to connect patients with post-hospital resources and support.
- Engages underserved populations by linking patients to free or discounted care and medications.
- Facilitates post-discharge resource connections, including medication assistance and home health care.
- Supports Transitions of Care Team for patients facing social determinants of health.
- Follows up with discharged patients to ensure access to housing, financial aid, and food assistance.
- Collaborates with hospital staff to assist vulnerable patients in accessing resources and outpatient care.
- Provides mental health resource referrals to connect patients with community support.
Adjunct Instructor
University of South Florida Sarasota- Manatee
08.2024 - Current
- Adjunct professor role includes teaching the following courses: Foundations of Social Work Micro Practice and Social Work Practice with Individuals.
- Taught foundation social work courses, providing instruction to up to 14 graduate students.
Outpatient Social Worker - ALS/ Muscular Dystrophy Clinic
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
07.2017 - Current
- Delivers crisis counseling for patients as needed.
- Offers emotional support to patients and families based on prognosis and mental effects of illness.
- Conducts family counseling for patients and families on a case-by-case basis.
- Educates families on terminal illness impacts on mental health holistically.
- Refers patients for outpatient counseling and educates on therapeutic options.
- Advocates for patients unable to speak for themselves due to ALS and Muscular Dystrophy by liaising with care agencies.
- Guides families in selecting therapists by explaining therapeutic styles to reduce frustration.
- Informs families about benefits of individual and group counseling.
- Ensures patients in counseling receive necessary therapy that meets their goals.
- Assesses safety and well-being of each patient during visits.
- Provides resources on community services, transportation, and disability assistance.
- Acts as liaison with Tidewell Hospice for end-of-life care.
- Collaborates with neurologists, psychiatrists, and occupational therapists for optimal patient care.
ER-Trauma, Mother Baby, NICU, & Pediatric Social Worker
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
07.2017 - 01.2025
- Supervised 2nd year MSW student on documentation and ER best practices.
- Mentored BSW and MSW students, new hires in ER social work with training and ethical guidance.
- Participated in peer interviews for social worker hiring at Sarasota Memorial.
- Provided crisis counseling and interventions based on patient needs.
- Educated families on mental health disorders and treatment options.
- Informed patients about domestic abuse cycles and safety resources.
- Conducted suicide assessments to determine Baker Act necessity per ER doctor.
- Offered family counseling during crises including conflict resolution.
- Supported families emotionally during patient deaths.
- Assisted homeless individuals with resource education and access.
- Notified families of patient deaths or accidents, providing grief support.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff for interdisciplinary patient care.
- Advocated for patients as a mandated reporter.
- Supported disabled patients in discharge planning with agencies.
- Educated mothers on postpartum depression, offering resources.
- Coordinated safe discharges for families from NICU and pediatric units.
Liaison/ Researcher
University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
03.2017 - 04.2020
- Researched caregiver resources for Alzheimer’s and age-related issues for Dr. Jane Roberts.
- Investigated multidisciplinary approaches in medical and mental health settings for Dr. Jane Roberts.
- Examined burnout in medical, mental health, and social work fields, identifying support resources for Dr. Jane Roberts at Duvall Family Studies Conference.
- Studied opioid epidemic impacts with Dr. Jane Roberts for Duvall Family Studies Conference.
- Analyzed effects of Dementia on caregivers with Dr. Jane Roberts for Duvall Family Studies Conference.
- Developed marketing lists to enhance outreach for the annual Duvall conference.
- Collected clinical data for Duvall family studies and new placements for USF MSW cohort.
- Supported Dr. Jane Roberts in establishing field placements for MSW interns through community relationships.
Mental Health Counselor & Social Work Intern
Centerstone
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Performed biopsychosocial assessments guiding clients toward suitable care levels.
- Informed clients about social services like housing, shelters, group interventions, and health testing.
- Guided clients on mental health outcomes and services customized to individual needs.
- Counseled clients on issues including personality and mood disorders, PTSD, substance abuse, and conflicts.
- Led individual and family sessions according to client-specific requirements.
- Created individualized treatment plans reflecting clients' needs and preferences.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure proper client progress monitoring.
- Utilized theories of CBT, DBT, and Psychotherapy in therapy sessions.
Education
MSW, Master of Social Work -
University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
Sarasota, FL01.2017
B.A - Psychology
University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
Sarasota, FL01.2014
Social Work Degree - undefined
State College of Florida
Bradenton, FL01.2012
Diploma - undefined
Lakewood Ranch High School
Bradenton, FL01.2004
Skills
- Multicultural competence
- Behavioral health
- Mental health assessment
- Referral networking
- Individual counseling
- Needs assessment
- Attention to detail
- Compassionate
- Case documentation
- Client documentation
- Community resources
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis intervention
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Safety planning
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Psychosocial assessment
- Community referrals
- Boundary setting
- Case management
- Mandatory reporting procedures
Professional Highlights
- Guest Speaker, USF Sarasota-Manatee, 2019-01-01, Speaking to a 1st year MSW cohort providing education and experience on the MSW program and field placement.
- Guest Speaker, USF Tampa, 2023-04-20, Speaking on ethical dilemmas and role responsibilities as a social worker/case manager in a hospital setting.
Awards
Outstanding Graduate Thesis Award, Veterans and Families and the Effects of PTSD on a Micro and Macro Level, University of South Florida, 2017
Training
- License Eligible, All clinical hours complete and supervision, pending LCSW exam.
- Certified Field Instructor, University of South Florida, For MSW & BSW interns.
Certification
o License eligible, all clinical hours complete and supervision, pending LCSW exam
o Certified from University of South Florida Field Instructor for MSW & BSW interns
Timeline
Transitions of Care Community Social Worker
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Adjunct Instructor
University of South Florida Sarasota- Manatee
08.2024 - Current
Outpatient Social Worker - ALS/ Muscular Dystrophy Clinic
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
07.2017 - Current
ER-Trauma, Mother Baby, NICU, & Pediatric Social Worker
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
07.2017 - 01.2025
Liaison/ Researcher
University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
03.2017 - 04.2020
Mental Health Counselor & Social Work Intern
Centerstone
01.2015 - 04.2017
B.A - Psychology
University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
Social Work Degree - undefined
State College of Florida
Diploma - undefined
Lakewood Ranch High School
MSW, Master of Social Work -
University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
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