August McMahan
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Dynamic social work professional with experience in a clinical setting, excelling in client advocacy and trauma-informed care. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and utilize effective communication. Passionate about providing emotional support and utilizing cultural sensitivity to empower clients through challenging situations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Intern
1917 Clinic
Birmingham, AL
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided emotional support and counseling to individuals facing various challenges
- Conducted intake assessments to gather client information and needs
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans for clients
- Documented client interactions and progress in electronic health records accurately
- Researched community resources to enhance client service offerings at the clinic
- Participated in regular team meetings and training sessions
RAPE RESPONSE ADVOCATE
Crisis Center
Birmingham, AL
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Responded to requests for medical advocacy at all Birmingham area emergency rooms and the SANE facilities
- Provided emotional support, answered questions, explained necessary procedures to survivor and loved ones
- Inform survivor about counseling and support services offered
- Maintained accurate case files and documentation for compliance.
- Trained in IPV, trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, and sexual assault support
DAYCARE TEACHER
The Learning Ladder
Florence, SC
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Engaged children in hands-on activities designed to stimulate curiosity and develop problem-solving skills.
- Observed each child's interactions with peers and adults to assess their social and emotional growth.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Worked with co-teacher to implement lesson plans from research-informed learning curriculum.
Education
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK (MSW) -
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL05-2026
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - PSYCHOLOGY
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL04-2024
Skills
- Foundational Knowledge
- Emotionally Supportive and Culturally Sensitive
- Client Advocacy
- Trauma-informed Care
- Case management
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Social Work Intern
1917 Clinic
01.2025 - 12.2025
RAPE RESPONSE ADVOCATE
Crisis Center
08.2023 - 06.2025
DAYCARE TEACHER
The Learning Ladder
07.2023 - 12.2023
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK (MSW) -
The University of Alabama At Birmingham
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - PSYCHOLOGY
The University of Alabama at Birmingham