Deneesa Rasmussen
Arlington,TX
Summary
Dedicated social worker committed to building trusting relationships and advocating for the best interests of patients and families. Specializes in supporting families with children facing medical disabilities, providing tailored assistance to navigate complex challenges. Known for a respectful and compassionate approach, delivering advocacy and support that addresses the unique needs of each patient and family unit. Passionate about fostering resilience and empowerment, ensuring access to necessary resources and care for well-being.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
Cook Children's Healthcare System
02.2010 - Current
- Developed individualized service plans to address specific needs of patient's and their families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for patients.
- Provide Case Management services to address resources needs for patient's and their families.
- Assess social emotional, and financial needs, and advocate for quality care.
- Provided crisis intervention services to families experiencing immediate challenges.
Contract Employment
Disability Services of the Southwest
11.2007 - 01.2011
- Train parents/guardians on administering the Consumer Directed Services option for various Medicaid Waivers offered by the State of Texas.
Special Education Teacher
Arlington Independent School District
08.2000 - 05.2001
- Classroom instruction in Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities
Social Worker
Tarrant County Mental Health Mental Retardation, Early Childhood Intervention Services
06.1993 - 07.2000
- Case management services provided to families with children birth to three years old; provided supportive counseling; assisted families in developing profile of their families concerns, priorities and resources
Education
LMSW - Social Work
University of Texas at Arlington
01.1993
BA - Psychology
Texas A&M University
01.1990
Skills
- Compassionate
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
Affiliations
- Council Member, Texas Developmental Disabilities Council, 6 year appointed term
- Parent Liaison, Our Special Children, ARC of Tarrant County
- Member, Texas Organization of Parents, Advocates, and Attorneys
Certification
- Licensed by the State of Texas as a Licensed Social Worker (LMSW)
- Certified by State Board of Texas in Special Education
Timeline
Social Worker
Cook Children's Healthcare System
02.2010 - Current
Contract Employment
Disability Services of the Southwest
11.2007 - 01.2011
Special Education Teacher
Arlington Independent School District
08.2000 - 05.2001
Social Worker
Tarrant County Mental Health Mental Retardation, Early Childhood Intervention Services
06.1993 - 07.2000
BA - Psychology
Texas A&M University
LMSW - Social Work
University of Texas at Arlington