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Daniel McGowan

Orlando,FL

Summary

7 Years experience in social work field with 4 years of dedicated Veterans Affairs experience. Demonstrated acute care proficiency during a 6-month temporary duty in VA Orlando's Acute Care unit Lake Nona in 2022.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HUD-VASH Case Manager

VA Medical Center
Orlando, FL
06.2022 - Current
  • Coordinate and conduct home visits and provide case management with a caseload of 50-60 veterans in the HUD VASH program to promote stable housing
  • Develop, assess, and review individualized care plans for veterans based on evolving case management needs
  • Coordinate veteran’s care with team members, VA staff, and outside agencies to address veteran’s psychosocial barriers
  • Maintain detailed case records and documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulations
  • Provide ongoing support and advocacy to veterans, ensuring their access to necessary community services
  • Conduct assessments to determine eligibility for referrals to additional programs

Supervisor: Lisa Goodwin 407-793-5735

Acute Care Temporary Duty

VA Lake Nona
Orlando, FL
06.2022 - 11.2022
  • Led comprehensive discharge planning for Veterans in acute medical/surgical inpatient units, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, nurses, and other providers) to assess psychosocial needs, develop individualized transition plans, and ensure safe, timely discharges to home or appropriate community settings.
  • Coordinated post-discharge care linkages with community providers, including Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs), Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), shelters, and other resources, to address housing, support, and long-term care barriers and promote seamless continuity of care.
  • Facilitated completion of advance directives and related discussions with Veterans and families, advocating for their preferences in end-of-life and medical decision-making while integrating these into discharge and treatment plans.
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments and crisis interventions as needed, working closely with the treatment team to resolve barriers, secure necessary supports (e.g., transportation, home health), and minimize readmission risks for high-acuity Veterans.
  • Rachelle Flamio, LCSW

Student Intern

Veterans Affairs Primary Care Social Work
Orlando, FL
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Worked on interdisciplinary team to provide social work services to veterans and their families to address emotional, social and financial needs. Provide support for veterans when dealing with life changing events or illness. Coordinated care and referred veterans to both VA and community resources that address client needs. Conducted psychosocial assessments and create interventions and treatment plans specific to client. Competent with CPRS and templates required for agency documentation.
  • Supervisor: Carlos Correa, LCSW (407) 856-5500 ext.28737

Veterans Case Manager

Orange County Public Defender
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • As a BSW Intern was offered Job handling military veterans within the criminal justice system and are in need of a public defender. Work with attorneys and social services department to find benefits available to veteran clients and programs to aid in legal mitigation process. Responsible for contacting clients both in and out of correctional facilities in Circuit 9 courts for the state of Florida.
  • Supervisor: Faith Sills LMSW (407) 836-4777

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
05.2021

Skills

  • Case management
  • Time management
  • Case documentation
  • Organization and multitasking
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Relationship building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Care coordination

Certification

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Active Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker # SW 24314

Timeline

HUD-VASH Case Manager

VA Medical Center
06.2022 - Current

Acute Care Temporary Duty

VA Lake Nona
06.2022 - 11.2022

Student Intern

Veterans Affairs Primary Care Social Work
01.2020 - 04.2021

Veterans Case Manager

Orange County Public Defender
01.2019 - 05.2020

Master of Science - Social Work

University of Central Florida