ASHLEY BLANKENSHIP
Carson,CA
Summary
Compassionate Social Work professional with 5 years of experience in trauma-informed care. Skilled in utilizing evidence-based practices and conducting clinical assessments to enhance client relationships and optimize case management. Committed to driving quality improvement and expanding access to community resources.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Clinical Social Worker
Better Days Integrated Programs
Carson, California
07.2025 - Current
- Facilitated individual and family counseling sessions utilizing trauma-informed care approaches to enhance emotional well-being.
- Guided clients in developing coping skills to effectively manage symptoms associated with mental illness.
- Completed clinical assessments for integrated behavioral health clients.
- Informed patients about community resources to aid in their recovery journey.
Social Worker - CCM Supervisor
Torrance Memorial Physician Network
Torrance, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to enhance patient care, ensuring effective care coordination and improved patient outcomes.
- Completed assessments and connected patients with referral services and community resources to facilitate access to necessary support.
- Developed care plans with physician, patient, and family.
- Assessed patient psychosocial needs to identify barriers affecting overall well-being.
Foster Care Liaison
Centene - Home State Health Show Me Healthy Kids
Kansas City, MO
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Coordinated communication between Show Me Healthy Kids members and care teams to streamline care delivery.
- Facilitated communication with Department of Social Services to ensure timely resolution of client needs.
- Linked members to community resources, enhancing support for individual needs.
- Reached out to members and guardians to complete assessments and evaluations.
Master of Social Work, Intern
USC Safe-T Telehealth
Los Angeles, CA
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided individual therapy support to clients.
- Applied evidence-based practices during client care.
- Collaborated with supervisors on treatment planning and case review.
- Documented client progress and maintained comprehensive records to support treatment continuity.
Disability Specialist
Centauri Health Solutions
Kansas City
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Collected medical records and supporting paperwork for disability determinations.
- Reviewed case files for eligibility accuracy and missing details.
- Communicated with members, providers, and vendors to clarify disability claim requirements and streamline processing.
- Documented cases to ensure compliance with company and insurance procedures.
Chronic Care Management Coordinator
Torrance Memorial Physicians Network
Hermosa Beach
08.2014 - 06.2020
- Coordinated communication among physicians, nurses, and care teams to ensure alignment of patient needs.
- Tracked discharge instructions and coordinated post-hospital care activities to support patient recovery.
- Scheduled appointments and follow-up visits for complex cases to facilitate ongoing patient care.
- Supported patient education on self-management techniques, including medication adherence, diet, nutrition, and lifestyle changes.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University Of Southern California
08-2022
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
National University
06-2020
Medical Assistant -
UEI College
09-2015
High School Diploma -
Leuzinger High School
06-2010
Skills
- Clinical & Case Management: Biopsychosocial Assessments, DSM-5 Diagnostics, Evidence-Based Practices (EBP), Trauma-Informed Care, Individual Counseling, Care Planning, Cross-Agency Collaboration, Referral Management, Community Resources, Continuous Quality Improvement
Systems & Compliance: HIPAA, OSHA, CPR Certification, Electronic Medical Records / EMR (Cerner, Nextgen, Exym, FACES, OMNI, EmoMed, TruCare, Cyber Access, CareLinks, WELL), Health Analytics, MS Office
Professional Attributes: Clinical Judgment, Critical Thinking, Conflict Resolution, Crisis Management, Active Listening, Cultural Humility & Empathy
Timeline
Associate Clinical Social Worker
Better Days Integrated Programs
07.2025 - Current
Social Worker - CCM Supervisor
Torrance Memorial Physician Network
09.2023 - Current
Foster Care Liaison
Centene - Home State Health Show Me Healthy Kids
09.2022 - 09.2023
Master of Social Work, Intern
USC Safe-T Telehealth
08.2021 - 08.2022
Disability Specialist
Centauri Health Solutions
07.2020 - 08.2022
Chronic Care Management Coordinator
Torrance Memorial Physicians Network
08.2014 - 06.2020
Master of Social Work -
University Of Southern California
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
National University
Medical Assistant -
UEI College
High School Diploma -
Leuzinger High School