Becky DeGraffenried, MSW, LSW
Chicago,IL
Summary
Client-centered, evidence-based social worker with a holistic approach. Dedicated to serving individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. Seeking a collaborative role as a mental healthcare professional.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Response Reservist Case Manager
Dynamic Service Solutions
Oxen Hill
02.2024 - Current
- Contractor for the support of U.S Department of Health and Human Services emergency repatriation operations for American citizens fleeing foreign countries from life threatening circumstances
- Ability to function in a dynamic and stressful environment with little or no supervision, adapting to change, negotiating compromise, and tolerating ambiguity
- Interact with community members in a clear, compassionate manner respecting diversity and unique needs
- Assessing needs and determining what services and supports are most right for the client and their family
- Short-term case management with a focus on screening, providing crisis support services directly as needed to ensure clients’ safety and well-being
- Maintain case records in compliance with professional standards and applicable laws
- Compliance with policies and procedures that govern the emergency repatriation program to ensure maximum efficiency.
MSW Intern
Hanul Family Alliance
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Designed a research procedure using microdata from census.gov website that resulted in obtaining most current and specific data on Chicago’s Korean American communities
- Analyzed data to identify trends in the Korean American communities served by Hanul, including basic demographics, income & poverty, and needs of the aging population
- Created a comprehensive presentation using graphs, tables, charts and spreadsheets
- Presented to the Executive Director and administrative staff
- Findings will be used on annual report for FY2023, presented to the Board of Directors and used in grant proposals.
BSW Intern
Chicago American Indian Community Collaborative
Chicago, IL
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Created and launched a community directory of resources in Chicago including services exclusive to Native Americans
- Collaborated with social service organizations in Chicago to help raise awareness and consolidate social services available for community needs
- Researched grant opportunities developed grant-writing skills including submission, adherence to funder requirements and timelines, and other components to submit competitive proposals
- Created and processed a comprehensive 6-page survey which got a response rate of 100%
- Analyzed and created a presentation that depicted gaps in services and immediate needs of the community
- Presented to the president and founder of the organization.
Education
M.A. Public Service Leadership & Development - Global, Social & Sustainable Development
08.2025
- Honors: Dean’s List
- GPA: 4.0
Master of Social Work, Advanced Standing - Micro & Macro Practice
05.2023
GPA: 4.0
Bachelor of Social Work, Advanced Standing - Leadership & Change, Clinical Practice
01.2022
Honors: Summa Cum Laude Graduate
Skills
- MS 365 Office
- Google Suite
- Zoom
- Remote communication preparedness and professionalism
- Comfort with technology
- Time management
- Organization
- Flexibility with schedule
- Care Coordination
- Client Advocacy
- Needs Assessment
- Referral Coordination
- Organization and Multitasking
Certification
- BLS/CPR, American BLS, 05/24
- Intro to Incident Command, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 04/24
- Basic Incident Command, FEMA Emergency Management Institute, 04/24
- CANS/FANS Trauma, National Child Traumatic Stress Network, 03/24
- Mandated Reporter, Dept. of Children and Family Services, 03/23
- Emergency Preparation, Training for Community Based Organizations, 03/24
- Licensed Social Worker- State of Illinois
Organizations
- Phi Theta Kappa
- National Honors Society
- National Society of Leadership and Success
- Social Service Workers United-Chicago
- Northside Community Coalition
Personal Information
Title: MSW, LSW
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
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Emergency Response Reservist Case Manager - Dynamic Service Solutions
02.2024 - Current
MSW Intern - Hanul Family Alliance
01.2023 - 08.2023
BSW Intern - Chicago American Indian Community Collaborative
08.2021 - 05.2022
Loyola University Chicago - M.A. Public Service Leadership & Development, Global, Social & Sustainable Development
Loyola University Chicago - Master of Social Work, Advanced Standing, Micro & Macro Practice
Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Social Work, Advanced Standing, Leadership & Change, Clinical Practice