Donna Robinson
Milwaukee,United States
Summary
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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong impersonal skills eager to secure intern clinical social work position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Roots Counseling Services
08.2016 - Current
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Facilitated weekly supportive group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
- Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
Social Work Intern
United Community Center Social Services
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Co-facilitate and facilitated group sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Active listening to clients
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Client Intakes/Documentation
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Facilitated group sessions to support and encourage client growth.
- Represented organization within local communities to provide advocacy services to clients and establish relationships with other organizations.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
- Facilitated group sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Documented services provided meticulously by keeping accurate records of activities, interactions and conversations.
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
- Facilitated support groups and workshops to provide valuable services to clients.
Life Coach & Supportive Counseling
Harvest Center Ministries
03.2012 - 01.2016
- Encouraged clients to set and achieve reasonable goals on weekly basis.
- Helped clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
- Connected clients with available resources to improve plan success.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Facilitated supportive group sessions and learning discussions to further objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work (BSW)
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI08.2023
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
08.2014
No Degree - Wisconsin Child Care Administrator Credential
University of Wisconsin Miwaukee
Milwaukee06.2014
Psychology
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI01.2014
Skills
- Impersonal Skills
- Client Rights Advocacy
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Client Coping Mechanisms
- Social Work Processes
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Crisis Counseling
- Client Support
- Mental Health Support
- Coping Methods
- Active Listening
- Empathy
- Group Management
- Team Player
Timeline
Social Work Intern
United Community Center Social Services
05.2023 - 09.2023
Counselor
Roots Counseling Services
08.2016 - Current
Life Coach & Supportive Counseling
Harvest Center Ministries
03.2012 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work (BSW)
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
No Degree - Wisconsin Child Care Administrator Credential
University of Wisconsin Miwaukee
Psychology
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
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