Cheri Dilego
Ashland,KY
Summary
Competent Medical Social Worker experienced in providing patients with necessary education, coordinating program referrals and determining appropriate treatment plans. Proficient in documenting changes, maintaining records and working with insurance companies. Prepared to apply 10+ years' experience in the field. Background includes successfully managing documentation and working with family for successful outcomes. Good organizational skills with a hardworking mentality and caring approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Social Worker
St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
Huntington, WV
12.2022 - Current
- Provided psychosocial assessments to patients and their families.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources, such as housing or financial assistance programs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to create treatment plans for patients.
- Created educational materials on topics related to medical social work, such as grief counseling or end-of-life care.
- Educated caregivers about the importance of providing emotional support to patients during illness or recovery periods.
Home Based Primary Care
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Huntington, WV
09.2012 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of professionals as well as patients and families to determine appropriate treatment options.
- Provided education and support to patients' family members.
- Helped patients navigate healthcare system and care options by educating on relevant subject areas and answering questions throughout treatment process.
- Gathered community resources and coordinated referrals to obtain services.
School Social Worker
Ashland School District
Ashland, KY
10.2009 - 09.2012
- Provided crisis intervention support for students, families and educators.
- Counseled individuals and groups in specific problem areas.
- Assisted teachers with identifying, referring and supporting students.
- Maintained confidential case documentation.
- Implemented behavioral improvements plans by working directly with teachers.
- Developed treatment and intervention plans for students needing extra support.
- Worked with teachers, administrators, students, parents and external support agencies to maximize treatment success.
- Tracked attendance of students and noted issues, including submitting truancy referrals where merited.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2009
Skills
- Coordinating services
- Gathering referrals
- Coaching patients
- Conducting assessments
- Team collaborating
Accomplishments
- Kentucky Colonel Award 2017
- Participated in NO VET ALONE program to volunteer to stay with Veterans in VA Hospital at end-of-life until family or another preson takes the next shift.
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
Home Based Primary Care
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.2012 - 06.2021
School Social Worker
Ashland School District
10.2009 - 09.2012
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Kentucky
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