Debra Weyant
Mount Holly Springs,PA
Summary
Caring Community Health Worker looking to bring 3 years' experience in the field to a challenging new role. Focused on assisting community members with close support and vital education.
Social worker experience of over 15 years in nursing home and hospital settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Health Worker
Sadler Health Center
Carlisle, PA
10.2020 - 11.2023
- Provided health education to clients about nutrition, physical activity and disease prevention.
- Conducted home visits to assess the health needs of patients and their families.
- Assisted with patient referrals to appropriate community resources.
- Monitored client progress towards health goals and objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of patient data in a secure electronic database.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Provided case management services including crisis intervention, advocacy, and support for individuals experiencing homelessness or poverty.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments or other necessary services.
- Acted as an advocate for clients when interacting with insurance companies or government agencies.
- Participated in outreach activities such as health fairs or community events.
- Assessed the impact of social determinants of health on patient outcomes.
- Created informational materials about available resources in the local community.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and community organizations.
- Provided assistance with completing forms related to public benefits programs.
- Offered emotional support during difficult times or stressful situations.
- Educated clients about risk factors associated with specific diseases or illnesses.
- Returned calls, emails and faxes according to departmental policy.
- Applied concise time-management to meet deadlines.
- Developed and maintained working knowledge of products, payer guidelines and regulatory rules.
- Distributed flyers, brochures or other informational or educational documents to inform members of targeted community.
- Assisted individuals with navigating health care systems, appointments and classes.
- Educated clients on options to assist in making informed decisions.
- Answered calls and interacted with community members to provide information on advocacy services.
- Notified individuals regarding appointment follow-ups and referrals and provided transportation to appointments.
- Helped people enroll in programs, arrange transportation and coordinate paperwork.
- Provided information to access financial assistance, legal aid or housing.
- Advised on policy development and assisted in community program implementation.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ10-2008
Master of Science - Social Work
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA05-1997
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Health coaching
- Supervisory Experience
- Report Preparation
- Organized and detail-oriented
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Schedule Management
- Care Plan Development
- Referral Coordination
- Resource advocacy
Certification
- Certified Community Health Worker
Timeline
Community Health Worker
Sadler Health Center
10.2020 - 11.2023
Master of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Master of Science - Social Work
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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