Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Social Worker
DaVita Kidney Care, Inc
01.2009 - Current
Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
Coordinated external healthcare professionals to uphold high-quality, person-centred care.
Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
Signposted resources for improved client and family access to mental health services.
Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
Licensed Master Social Worker
Institute For Community Living
01.2006 - 12.2008
Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to build supportive, communicative client networks.
Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
Devised and implemented community-based programs to promote mental health awareness.