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Elizabeth Peterson

Dubuque ,IA

Overview

2013
2013
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Worker

Unity Point Finley Hospital
  • Conducted assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate intervention strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Advocated for client resources, connecting individuals with community services and support networks.
  • Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions, promoting social skills and emotional well-being.
  • Documented case notes accurately, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and guidelines.
  • Trained new staff on best practices in social work protocols and patient engagement techniques.
  • Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, managing emergency situations effectively to ensure client safety.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
  • Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
  • Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
  • Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
  • Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.

Group Home Supervisor

Community Care Inc.
De Witt, IA
2009 - 04.2012

My job as a House supervisor at community care was to make schedules for employees, ensure that patients receiving the appropriate care. Work with families to develop appropriate school set plans for the upcoming year. Took patients on outings in the community as well as helped them with life skills. I manage 15 employees at the time to ensure that they provided best care for patients as well as their families.

Education

Master of Science -

Saint Ambrose University
Davenport
05.2010

Skills

My dream as well as my passion is to continue to work with the elder population My great joy was volunteering at West Wing nursing home for two years doing activities and reading daily to residents I have always felt this is my calling

Timeline

Social Worker

Unity Point Finley Hospital

Group Home Supervisor

Community Care Inc.
2009 - 04.2012

Master of Science -

Saint Ambrose University
Elizabeth Peterson