Christopher McGill
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Compassionate Social Services Director known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in program development, team leadership, and community outreach, with strong capabilities in strategic planning, crisis management, and policy implementation. Excel at communication, empathy, and problem-solving to drive positive outcomes in challenging social service environments.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Daughter Of Zion Junior Academy
Delray Beach, FL
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Supervised classroom instruction during teacher absences at Daughter Of Zion Junior Academy.
- Followed lesson plans and maintained continuity across core subject classes.
- Managed student behavior using academy discipline procedures and classroom rules.
Social Services Director
Regents Park Nursing and Rehab
Sunrise, Florida
12.2016 - 12.2018
- Coordinated discharge planning with interdisciplinary care team and families.
- Facilitated resident and family counseling during care transitions.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments for Regents Park Nursing and Rehab residents.
Social Services Director
Heartland HCR Manorcare
Tamarack, FL
10.2016 - 11.2016
- Conducted psychosocial assessments for Regents Park Nursing and Rehab residents.
- Coordinated discharge planning with interdisciplinary care team and families.
- Facilitated resident and family counseling during care transitions.
Director of Social Work
Golden Glades Nuraing and Rehab
Golden, FL
10.2014 - 02.2016
- Directed social work services for residents at Golden Glades Nursing and Rehab.
- Coordinated psychosocial assessments and care plans with nursing and therapy teams.
- Oversaw discharge planning and community referrals for residents and families.
Foster Care Services Worker
Lutheran Family Services
Hampton, VA
11.2011 - 08.2012
- Supported Lutheran Family Services clients with daily care and compassionate service.
- Assisted staff with intake paperwork and confidential client records.
- Monitored client needs and reported concerns to the supervisor promptly.
Case Manager
Family Redirection Institute
Chesapeake, VA
11.2010 - 06.2011
- Facilitated meetings with families to review goals and next steps.
- Collaborated with community partners to connect clients with wraparound resources.
- Assessed family needs and developed redirection plans for Family Redirection Institute clients.
- Coordinated referrals to housing, counseling, and community support services.
- Maintained confidential case records and service documentation.
Community Based Counselor ll
National Counseling Group
Virginia Beach, Virginia
02.2010 - 11.2010
- Completed intake assessments and biopsychosocial evaluations for new National Counseling Group clients.
- Developed treatment plans with clients, guardians, and care teams.
- Provided community-based counseling through National Counseling Group for children and families.
Familt Stabilization Specialist ll
Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services
Virginia Beach, VA
04.2006 - 02.2010
- Conducted client intake for public assistance programs. and eligibility reviews for public assistance programs.
- Reviewed and updated case files in human services databases to maintain current and comprehensive client records.
- Interviewed residents to gather information on benefit and service needs, facilitating access to necessary resources.
Familt Stabilization Specialist
Norfolk Dept of Human Services
Norfolk, NV
08.2004 - 03.2006
- Managed client intake and eligibility reviews for public assistance programs.
- Interviewed residents to gather information for benefit and service needs.
- Reviewed case files and updated records in human services databases.
Behavioral Therapist
New Directions
Lauderdale Lakes, Florida
01.2004 - 07.2004
- Delivered behavior therapy plans in home, school, and clinic settings at New Directions.
- Collected session notes and behavior data for treatment review at New Directions.
- Supported client skill building through ABA-based teaching and reinforcement strategies.
Family Services Counselor
Dept of Childrwn and Families
Delray Beach, Florida
08.2000 - 12.2003
- Interviewed parents and children during intake meetings.
- Assessed family needs within child welfare services.
- Developed service plans with department case teams.
Family Services Counselor
Therapuetic Programs Inc
Huntsville, AL
04.1999 - 06.2000
- Interviewed parents and children during intake meetings.
- Assessed family needs within child welfare services.
- Developed service plans with department case teams.
Counselor ll
Three Springs School of Madison Detention Ctr
Madison, AL
02.1997 - 03.1999
- Assessed student needs and developed counseling plans
- Provided individual counseling for Madison detention center school students
- Led group sessions on behavior, coping skills, and decision making
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Alabama A&M University
Normal, AL 08.1997 - 05.1999
Biological Sciences
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL 08.1989 - 05.1992
Skills
- Behavior intervention strategies
- Instructional technology
- Activity coordination
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Verbal communication
- Relationship building
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Daughter Of Zion Junior Academy
08.2019 - 06.2021
Social Services Director
Regents Park Nursing and Rehab
12.2016 - 12.2018
Social Services Director
Heartland HCR Manorcare
10.2016 - 11.2016
Director of Social Work
Golden Glades Nuraing and Rehab
10.2014 - 02.2016
Foster Care Services Worker
Lutheran Family Services
11.2011 - 08.2012
Case Manager
Family Redirection Institute
11.2010 - 06.2011
Community Based Counselor ll
National Counseling Group
02.2010 - 11.2010
Familt Stabilization Specialist ll
Virginia Beach Dept of Human Services
04.2006 - 02.2010
Familt Stabilization Specialist
Norfolk Dept of Human Services
08.2004 - 03.2006
Behavioral Therapist
New Directions
01.2004 - 07.2004
Family Services Counselor
Dept of Childrwn and Families
08.2000 - 12.2003
Family Services Counselor
Therapuetic Programs Inc
04.1999 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Alabama A&M University
08.1997 - 05.1999
Counselor ll
Three Springs School of Madison Detention Ctr
02.1997 - 03.1999
Biological Sciences
Oakwood University
08.1989 - 05.1992