Daniel Issa
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate social worker with 6 years of experience in the Home health and Hospice field with a strong knowledge of social service programs and community resources. Skilled at identifying needs and developing effective plans of action to provide intervention and assistance in a timely manner. Possesses strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Social Worker
Rivervalley Home Health & Hospice Care
06.2017 - Current
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Work closely with doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals.
- Review new patient admissions to assess the needs of patients and their families.
- Assess the patient's social and psychological status to determine mental and emotional stress.
- Support patients and their families with education about their illness and possible treatment.
- Counsel patients and their families who are distressed.
- Help patients understand the financial resources and social support available to them.
- Offer crisis intervention.
- Work as an advocate for patients and families to help them understand the medical system and the options available to make informed decisions.
- Identify any mental health concerns and make appropriate referrals.
- Facilitate communication between patients and other health care professionals.
- Assist with hospital discharge to other facilities or return home.
Practicum Student
DesertParkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Obtaining and writing bio-psycho- social histories using family interviews, and chart reviews, and collateral information.
- Participating and presenting cases with in the multi-disciplinary team process while communicating with collateral contracts.
- Research and referral of resources for families in need of other services.
- Follow up and case management or advocacy as needed.
- Assessing clients needs and working with them to develop a plan of care that promotes his/her long term health and relapse prevention.
- Writing discharge summaries to a patient's insurance provider to secure coverage of his/her care.
- Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times.
- Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians , patients, families, visitors, staff members, community leaders and other health care providers/ members with in the health care community.
Practicum Student
Desert Hope Treatment Center
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Attended trainings on recovery; psychiatric rehabilitation,trauma,supported employment practices, substance abuse and cultural competency. Keep apprised of new research and developments in these areas through journals, web sites, and literature.
- Assist individuals in developing and practicing the skills defined on their rehabilitation plans. This may include accompanying individuals to appointments, leisure activities, or other activities of interest including religious, educational, or vocational to provide support and encouragement.
- Collaborate with involved personnel in the community such as GED instructors, college professions, faith- based representatives, volunteer, and employment supervisors as assigned by agency field instructor.
- Observe and practice in agency programs, developing interpersonal skills with clients from various backgrounds, and practicing evidence based interventions.
Education
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Arizona State University
Lake Havasu City, AZ05.2015
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA08.2013
High School Diploma -
Cheney High School
Cheney, WA06.2009
Skills
- Family and Patient Support
- Cultural Competency
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Conducting Assessments
- Interdisciplinary Coordination
- Educating Families
- Obtaining Referrals
- Assessing Needs
- Resource Identification
- Home Health and Hospice
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Visiting Patient Homes
References
- Amy Radecki - Rn/Case-Manager, Rivervalley Hospice, 928-296-2385
- Jessica Floyd- Rn/ Clinical manager, Rivervalley Hospice, 928-302-4736
- Beth Biehn - LMSW , Rivervalley Palliative Social Worker, 928-230-0830
- Cindy Iglesias - BSW , Rivervalley Hospice Social Worker, 928-230-0377
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
Rivervalley Home Health & Hospice Care
06.2017 - Current
Practicum Student
DesertParkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
09.2016 - 04.2017
Practicum Student
Desert Hope Treatment Center
09.2015 - 05.2016
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Spokane Community College
High School Diploma -
Cheney High School
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