Donna Eby
Hagerstown,Maryland
Summary
Motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support students and families in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocating for students and their families and advancing change for students' educational achievements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Engage Social Worker
Washington County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions for students struggling with mental health challenges or behavioral concerns.
- Increased students engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Provided crisis intervention services for students
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for students
- Developed and facilitated support groups, promoting healthy coping skills and fostering peer connections among students.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using data-driven approaches, identifying areas of improvement and implementing changes accordingly.
- Assisted students in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
Health Manager
Head Start Of Washington County
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Supervised 2 Health Assistants
- Responsible for maintaining Master Files for all children enrolled in program
- Increased accuracy in Master files
- Performed Health Screening for children enrolled in program. (Hearing, Vision, Nutrition Assessments, )
- Coordinated Dental Screenings for children in program with local Dentist
- Responsible for maintaining up to date Physicals and Immunizations records for all children in program
- Worked with local Pediatricians, specialist, WIC, Health Department and other local partners to provide relevant health information for families
- Insured compliance with Local, State and Federal program regulations and compile necessary data and reports
- Implemented Staff Wellness Program
- Recruited, hired and trained health office staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education.
Family Advocate
Head Start Of Washington County
10.2009 - 01.2020
- Enhanced family support by conducting thorough assessments and identifying specific needs.
- Developed individualized service plans for families, resulting in improved well-being and stability.
- Communicated effectively with individuals of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds
- Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures for approximately 35 families per school year.
- Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development and education to increase potential.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
- Connected families with resources when children were identified as needing further assessment
- Gathered and compiled data into reports to be distributed to appropriate personnel regarding volunteers
- Facilitated support groups for parents, fostering a sense of community and shared learning experiences.
- Led educational workshops for parents on topics such as child development and positive discipline techniques to strengthen parent-child relationships.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Edinboro University Of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Maryland University College
Adelphia, MD12.2019
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD2012
Skills
- Self-starter
- Goal-oriented
- CPR/ First Aid Certified, Medication Administration Certified
- Building Effective Relationships
- Team Player
- Organizational Skills
- Reliable
- Creative Problem Solving
- Planning
- Staff Management
Accomplishments
- Licensed Master Social Work- MD, WV
- Completed the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Certificate Program through the University of Maryland School of Medicine's. Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. June 2020.
- Completed Wrights Law Special Education and Advocacy training
- Court appointed Educational Surrogate for multiple children
- Received Train the Trainer Certification in Handle with Care Behavior Management System
- Co-trained other staff in de-escalation of behaviors and proper techniques for self-defense.
- Co-facilitated a 6 week pilot program with Achieving True Self for children with behavior issues.
- Received Certification in Chicago Parenting Program
- Vice-President of local Foster Parent Association
Timeline
Engage Social Worker
Washington County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Health Manager
Head Start Of Washington County
01.2020 - 06.2022
Family Advocate
Head Start Of Washington County
10.2009 - 01.2020
Master of Science - Social Work
Edinboro University Of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Maryland University College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Hagerstown Community College
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