Bailey Birditt
Normal,IL
Summary
Highly motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about building trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of clients. Two years of experience utilizing problem-solving skills to support those with issues related to trauma. Experienced in managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Master's Internship Problem-Solving Court Clincian
Chestnut Health Systems
08.2023 - Current
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance skill set, contributing to overall intern growth and potential future employment prospects.
- Independently lead adult skills groups.
- Conducted assessments, diagnoses, and developed treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal client care and resource coordination.
- Documented clinical notes accurately, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with agency policies and procedures.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in counseling sessions, supporting clients'' emotional growth and well-being.
Residential Advocate
MCCA - Countering Domestic Violence Program
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Certified Domestic Violence Advocate
- Provided telephone counseling through 24-hour crisis hotline.
- Provided trauma-informed care to adult and child survivors of domestic violence.
- Maintained client, staff, and agency confidentiality.
- Lead adult support group.
- Provided comprehensive assessment, goal setting, and service plans.
- Developed safety plans to meet victims' assessment of need.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, and handled challenging situations with ease.
Bachelor's Internship Domestic Violence Advocate
Mid Central Community Action
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Enhanced client experience by conducting thorough assessments and developing personalized service plans.
- Improved community resources awareness by updating resource lists and sharing valuable information with clients.
- Created positive relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication to support progress towards goals.
- Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
- Helped address problems by updating agency policies utilizing a trauma-informed approach.
- Completed intakes and evaluated client's eligibility for emergency shelter.
- Completed 900 hours of internship including 40-hour Domestic Violence Training and trainings provided by the ICADV.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Illinois State University
Normal, ILMaster of Arts - Social Work
Illinois State University
Normal, IL08.2024
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Advocacy
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Research
- Critical-thinking
- Clinical documentation
- Individual counseling
- Group facilitation
- Assessment skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Substance Abuse Treatment
Activities
- Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority at ISU
Normal, IL
2021 - 2022
- Volunteer Early Childhood Teacher
Eastview Christian Church
Bloomington, IL
January 2020 - March 2022
- Volunteer 2's & 3's Teacher
Hope for the First Nations Summer School
Pine Point, MN
June 2018
Timeline
Master's Internship Problem-Solving Court Clincian
Chestnut Health Systems
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor's Internship Domestic Violence Advocate
Mid Central Community Action
08.2022 - 05.2023
Residential Advocate
MCCA - Countering Domestic Violence Program
03.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Illinois State University
Master of Arts - Social Work
Illinois State University
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