Caroline Laural LaFollett
Van Alstyne
Summary
I am a LMSW through the state of Texas where I was born and raised. I love the social work profession and have found my passion through it. I have had many experiences in social work, whether that was through internships, schooling, work, continuing education, studying abroad, and in my daily life. I strive to learn and keep up with the current needs of people, policies, and therapies in an everchanging, fast paced profession to better serve those I assist. I have been out of the social work world for a couple of years raising children, but am ready to become of team member and asset to a company.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office Administration Assistant
LaFollett & Company
Tom Bean
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Handled incoming calls and directed inquiries to appropriate personnel.
- Prepared reports to summarize office activities and administrative tasks.
- Updated customer information in the database system to ensure accuracy.
- Managed incoming mail by sorting, distributing, scanning, or archiving.
- Greeting clients or visitors as they enter the office.
Social Work Case Manager
OU Medicine
Oklahoma City
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Coordinated services and resources for clients, addressing unique social, medical, and economic challenges to improve overall well-being.
- Facilitated communication among clients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring cohesive support and contributing to better client outcomes.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted care plans based on ongoing evaluations and feedback.
- Advocated for clients' rights by connecting them with community resources and support services.
- Documented case notes accurately to comply with legal standards and maintain confidentiality.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, streamlining service delivery for complex cases and enhancing client care through integrated approaches.
- Assessed client needs through interviews and observations to create tailored care plans.
Intern
TMC Behavioral Health Center
Sherman
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Internship at TMC Behavioral Health Center Sherman 2016-2017
- Assisted in developing patient treatment plans and documentation procedures.
- Coordinated daily activities and schedules for therapy sessions and group meetings.
- Supported clinicians in managing patient records and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Certified Ombudsman
Central Texas Council of Governments
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Advocated for resident rights in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing quality of care
- Provided tailored resources for residents in facilities, facilitating access to essential services and support
- Coordinated case management services to address client needs, streamlining access to healthcare and social services
- Area agency on aging
Intern
Grayson County Sheriff's Office
05.2014 - 07.2014
- Office duties
- Process, sort and file case documents
- Witness court proceedings, county jail operations, and probation hearings
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
EAST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
Commerce, TX08-2017
Bachelors of social work - Social Work
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX05-2016
high school diploma -
Van Alstyne High School
Van Alstyne, TX06-2012
Skills
- Proficient in PowerPoint, word, excel and a fast learner to new software
- Ability to work independently or with a group of different types of proffessionals
- Excellent Networking and communication skills
- Licensed Masters Social Worker through The State of Texas
- Psychosocial assessments/ intake expert
- Case management
- Ability to succeed in high stress, multiple case situations
- Strong knowledge of mental health, disorders, substance abuse and have continued education on these subject
- Strong knowledge of Autistic individuals and have done years of personal research on working to better serve them
References
- Dr. Isaac V. Gusukuma, PhD, LMSW-IPR, ACSW, Department Chair & Professor of Social Work, Sociology & Criminal Justice, University of Mary-Hardin Baylor, 254-295-5017, Isaac.Gusukuma@umhb.edu
- Desiree Kinser, LCSW, Supervisor at OU Medical Center, 405-397-9238
- Margaret Matthews, R.O., C.I.R.S.-A, Central Texas Area Agency on Aging Regional Ombudsman, 254-770-2330, Margaret.matthews@ctcog.org
- Carol Milam, Office manager/Tax specialist at Vial & Park PC, 903-546-6975
- Debra Pettit, Pettit Realty 214-437-6965
- Annette Leslie, founder of Carson Leslie Foundation in Dallas, TX 214-417-2155
- Chandler Miller ROW/Real Estate Specialist at CoServ
- Mollie Proctor, Grayson Collin Communications Customer Services Rep. 903-267-4074
Professional Internships And Conferences
- Central Texas Council of Governments, Area Agency on Aging, Fall 2015-Spring 2016, Certified Ombudsman, Advocated for Resident’s rights in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, Provide resources for residents in facilities, Case management
- Grayson County Sheriff’s Office, 05/14-07/14, Office duties, Process, sort and file case documents, Witness court proceedings, county jail operations, and probation hearings
- National Association of Social Work Conference, 2015, Volunteer work - passed out flyers, Social work seminars
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- LMSW- 2017 to present #65418
Timeline
Office Administration Assistant
LaFollett & Company
08.2020 - 08.2022
Social Work Case Manager
OU Medicine
02.2018 - 12.2019
Intern
TMC Behavioral Health Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
Certified Ombudsman
Central Texas Council of Governments
09.2015 - 05.2016
Intern
Grayson County Sheriff's Office
05.2014 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Social Work
EAST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
Bachelors of social work - Social Work
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
high school diploma -
Van Alstyne High School