Christine Joy Pallen
Hayward,CA
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Centers for Elders Independence, PACE
04.2023 - Current
- Managed a caseload of 160
- Connected patients and families with community resources and support services to enhance their quality of life
- Worked collaboratively with an Interdisciplinary team, in developing and implementing individualized care
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Advocated for patients’ rights and needs to ensure they receive appropriate services and support.
Intern
The R.E.F.U.G.E
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Facilitated intake process for each client, including completion of the admission appraisal, preliminary treatment plan, assessment, appraisals and needs and discharge plan
- Conducted psychosocial assessments
- Facilitated group therapy in accordance with weekly schedule
ILS (Independent Living Instructor)
Serra Center
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Assisted clients in setting personal goals and regularly review and monitor their progress
- Provided guidance and support with activities of daily living
- Offer immediate support and intervention during crisis to ensure clients' safety and well being
SLS (Supportive Living Instructor)
Serra Center
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Teach clients essential life skills, including budgeting, cooking, personal hygiene and household management
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of clients progress, activities, and any significant incidents
- Offer emotional support and counseling in order to help them cope with challenges and improve their well-being
Administration Assistance
Kindred Hospice Care
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted office workers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
Education
Masters in Social Work - Healthcare
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA06.2018
Skills
- Compassionate
- Case Management
- Client Advocacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Stress reduction techniques
- Goal Setting
- Discharge Planning
- Psychosocial assessment
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Social Worker
Centers for Elders Independence, PACE
04.2023 - Current
Intern
The R.E.F.U.G.E
05.2021 - 09.2021
ILS (Independent Living Instructor)
Serra Center
02.2019 - 09.2020
SLS (Supportive Living Instructor)
Serra Center
02.2019 - 09.2020
Administration Assistance
Kindred Hospice Care
10.2018 - 03.2019
Masters in Social Work - Healthcare
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, East Bay
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