Ashlyn Wernimont
LMSW
Dubuque,IA
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker with over 6 years of experience helping individuals and families of varying demographics to cope and problem-solve in their everyday life. Passionate about building trust and rapport with clients through an empathetic approach while utilizing compassionate interpersonal skills and patience. Situationally adaptable with flexibility and awareness through challenging circumstances.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Life Coach
Dubuque Community School District: GWMS
Dubuque , IA
08.2021 - Current
- Facilitated group sessions and learning discussions to further objectives.
- Helped students build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve reasonable goals on weekly basis.
- Connected students/families with community resources and services to improve success.
Therapy & Behavioral Health Intern
Life Connections
Dubuque, IA
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Co-facilitated individual therapy sessions.
- Completed treatment plans, session notes, and referrals.
- Provided support to students and teachers in the Head Start program.
Direct Support Professional & Caseworker
Lutheran Services In Iowa
Dubuque, IA
02.2015 - 06.2020
- Passionately guided individuals in meeting their goals.
- Wrote up client profiles, plans, goals, progress reports, and contact notes.
- Generated high marks for productivity and success with clients.
SCW II: Field Student
Department Of Human Services
Dubuque, IA
06.2017 - 11.2017
- Assisted with managing caseloads through meeting/communicating with clients.
- Identified service needs, coordinated services/treatment, and evaluated outcomes.
- Completed client profiles, care plans, documentation, and court reports
HCBS Intern: Administrative Support
Hills & Dales
Dubuque, IA
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided administrative support for Home and Community- Based Services (HCBS).
- Coordinated/scheduled activities for the Day Habilitation Summer program.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
St. Ambrose University
Davenport 05.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work & Psychology
Loras College
Dubuque 08.2013 - 12.2017
Skills
Intervention planning
Client advocacy
Motivational Interviewing
Cultural Competence
Skill building
Trauma-informed care
Interpersonal Communication
Certification
Master of Social Work License - 7/29/2021- 12/31/2022
Timeline
Life Coach
Dubuque Community School District: GWMS
08.2021 - Current
Therapy & Behavioral Health Intern
Life Connections
08.2020 - 05.2021
Master of Social Work - Social Work
St. Ambrose University
05.2020 - 05.2021
SCW II: Field Student
Department Of Human Services
06.2017 - 11.2017
HCBS Intern: Administrative Support
Hills & Dales
09.2016 - 05.2017
Direct Support Professional & Caseworker
Lutheran Services In Iowa
02.2015 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work & Psychology
Loras College
08.2013 - 12.2017