Debra J. Love, MSW, LSW
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Compassionate Social Worker with 20 years of comprehensive experience providing social services to various settings with various groups of people to aid with day-to-day issues. Well-versed in assessing client strengths, advocating for client resources and conducting thorough home and community visits. Kind and respectful professional with demonstrated conflict resolution skills and strong decision-making abilities.
Energetic, action-oriented, problem-solver, with a passion for people and a solid record of performance in social services administration, group facilitation, program implementation, project management and event planning. Expert job readiness and life skills trainer.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker/Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
11.2020 - Current
- Specializes in providing supportive counseling, crisis counseling, and brief therapeutic interventions to assist students in stabilizing for maximum academic success. Provides emergent interventions during times of crisis on the crisis hotline and in person.
- Assists clients in accessing community resources for a higher level of care of mental health resources and support.
- Provide Liasonship to the African American Cultural Resource Center to provide Mental Health Services and access to African American students.
- Facilitate Equity & Inclusion programming and support for community engagement activities on campus.
Care Coordinator/Social Worker
University of Cincinnati Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
12.2017 - 07.2023
- Worked closely with patients to identify issues, address concerns, offer education, and ensure a smooth, safe transition home or to an alternative living environment.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
- Collaborated with family members to provide comprehensive support services to clients.
After Hours Women’s Advocate
Women Helping Women
Cincinnati, OH
01.2016 - 12.2020
- After hours victims advocate responsible for answering the crises help line supporting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
- Accompaniment of women to local emergency rooms after experiences of sexual assault
- Provide resource referrals to anyone who calls the help line requesting education and information.
Behavioral Health Therapist
Lighthouse Youth Services
Cincinnati, OH
03.2016 - 09.2017
- Support youth clients between the ages of 16-24
- Identifying barriers to success and providing therapy to reach client goals and expectations for healthy living
- Complete documentation of session notes, updated Individual Service Plans and Diagnostic Assessments.
Community Health Officer Intern
UC Mobile Crises
Cincinnati, OH
08.2015 - 04.2016
- Respond to community situations regarding mental health for individuals and families in crises to determine necessity for potential 24 hour hospital hold
- Assessment and documentation of events into hospital data system
- Provide resource referrals to requested individuals in need of follow up
- Assessment and evaluation in Psychiatric Emergency Department to determine patients need for hospital hold.
Education
Master of Social Work Degree: Social Work -
Northern Kentucky University
08.2016
Bachelor of Science Degree: Social Work -
Xavier University
08.2007
Associate of Arts Degree: Liberal Arts -
Cincinnati State Technical & Community College
06.2005
Skills
- Proven ability to plan and supervise events
- Program administration/implementation
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Skilled Counselor for all age groups
- More than 20 years Social Service Experience
- Skilled Substance Abuse Therapist
- Community Presentations for Choice Grant
- Community Advocate and Activist
- Patient-centered care
- Client documentation
- Capacity Building
Certification
- Licensure: LSW
- Human Service Certificate
Activities Leadership
- Board Member for the STACIE Foundation, 2016
- Board Member/Mentor: Avondale Youth Council Volunteer, 2011 to 2017
- Member: Xavier University School of Social Work Club, 2007
- Conference on Education, 2007
- Mid-American Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel Leadership Conference, 2006
- Ohio Association of Educational Opportunity Program Leadership Conference, 2006
- Volunteer: STAT (Start Turning Around Teens) Up With People: Travel throughout Europe and the US to promote understanding among people, 1986 to 1987
Professional Training Courses
- Child Welfare
- Crises Intervention
- Building School Family Partnerships
- Domestic Violence
- Conflict Resolution
- Substance Abuse and the Older Adult
- Heroin: the Tragedy and the Recovery
- Community Engagement Academy
Timeline
Social Worker/Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
University of Cincinnati
11.2020 - Current
Care Coordinator/Social Worker
University of Cincinnati Medical Center
12.2017 - 07.2023
Behavioral Health Therapist
Lighthouse Youth Services
03.2016 - 09.2017
After Hours Women’s Advocate
Women Helping Women
01.2016 - 12.2020
Community Health Officer Intern
UC Mobile Crises
08.2015 - 04.2016
Master of Social Work Degree: Social Work -
Northern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science Degree: Social Work -
Xavier University
Associate of Arts Degree: Liberal Arts -
Cincinnati State Technical & Community College
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