Driven social worker with over 9 years of experience in client advocacy and crisis intervention. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and implementing process improvements for efficiency. Committed to promoting equitable healthcare access and empowering clients through informed decision-making.
Work History
Social Worker
2 Years 6 Months
UConn John Dempsey Hospital | 02.2024 - Current
Provided crisis intervention and support services to patients and families during challenging situations.
Assessed client needs and developed individualized care plans to enhance overall well-being.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and community resources.
Conducted regular follow-up assessments to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans.
Social Worker
10 Years 2 Months
The Hospital of Central Connecticut | 06.2016 - Current
-Full time until 2024 and now per diem
Advocated for patient rights and access to services, promoting equitable healthcare delivery within the community.
Educated clients on available resources, ensuring informed decision-making regarding healthcare options.
Implemented process improvements for case documentation, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in record-keeping.
Trained new social workers on hospital protocols, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Social Worker
Silver Springs Care Center | 2016 - 2017
-Per diem
Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
BIMS interviews
Completed Ascend/Pasrr
Social Worker
1 Year
Trinity Hill Care Center | 06.2015 - 06.2016
De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
Social Worker
Salmon Brook Center | 2015 - 2016
-Per diem
Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
Engaged with the short-term, long-term, rehab, mentally ill, and elderly residents.
Completed intakes with residents.
MDS, Notes, and BIMS interviews
Pasrr/ascend
Social Worker
19 Years 4 Months
Meriden Center - Complete Care Meriden | 04.2007 - 2016
Advocated for clients' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
Engaged with the short-term, long-term, rehab, mentally ill, and elderly residents.
Completed intakes with residents.
MDS, Notes, and BIMS interviews
Pasrrs/ascends
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Fordham University | Bronx, NY | 05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Southern Connecticut State University | New Haven, CT | 05-2013
Associate of Science - General Studies
Middlesex Community College | Middletown, CT | 05-2011
Licensed Clinical Behavioral Health Social Worker at Missouri Psychiatric CenterLicensed Clinical Behavioral Health Social Worker at Missouri Psychiatric Center