Emily Roch, LMSW
Kerens
Summary
As a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Master Social Worker with a focus on healthcare, I aim to enhance patient care by providing comprehensive social services, advocating for patients' rights, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans. My goal is to improve patient outcomes and well-being through effective resource coordination, support, and education, while continuously advancing my professional skills and knowledge in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager/Social Worker
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler
07.2024 - Current
- Provide comprehensive services to chronically mentally ill patients to transition from inpatient care to community-based treatment
- Conduct psychosocial assessments, discharge planning and community health referrals
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to promote patient adherence to medical treatments and optimal mental health
- Deliver individual group and crisis intervention counseling, addressing issues such as addictions, family dynamics, stress management, and self-esteem
- Ensure continuity of care through coordinated health services and support for post discharge needs.
Social Services Director
The Village at Heritage Oaks
02.2021 - 06.2024
- Responsible for all psychosocial and concrete needs of residents in a 70 bed skilled nursing facility in accordance with federal and state regulations
- Completed assessments for cognition and mood, as well as attended to the ongoing emotional needs of residents and families related to changes in health status and end of life care
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to complete biopsychosocial admission, quarterly, and discharge assessments
- Responsible for ancillary needs of the long term care residents (psychology, psychiatry, dentistry, podiatry, audiology, and optometry), assuring that residents receive the highest quality of life that can be provided
- Assist with informal counseling, care plan meetings and referring to outside agencies for personal care, community resources, etc
- Scheduled and led interdisciplinary care conferences, which provided an opportunity for residents and families to participate in care planning and provide feedback to staff
- Coordinated services with local durable medical equipment providers, home health agencies, and hospice agencies as a part of discharge planning
- Conducted audits at various facilities to ensure state compliance and quality standards.
Intern
Starfish Counseling
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Provided counseling and therapy to children, adolescents, and adults
- Worked with clients to develop treatment plans
- Managed case load of 20+ clients
- Developed safety plans with clients who have suicidal ideations
- Advocated for individuals suffering from issues such as suicidal ideations and other mental health issues, helping to resolve crises and get each useful support.
Intern
MHMR Liberty House
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Operated within special veteran program requirements to get clients needed support for medical and personal needs
- Specialized in helping disabled clients navigate complex programs, including required paperwork and eligibility determinations
- Helped clients follow treatment plans by setting up appointments, arranging transportation, and offering personalized support.
Intern
MHMRTC Youth Campus
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to evaluate mental and physical conditions of patients
- Worked with at-risk clients to understand needs and coordinate necessary services
- Advocated for individuals suffering from issues such as addiction and mental health problems
- Counseled patients alone and in groups to assist through difficult times and improve coping mental health, medical, or substance abuse issues
- Monitored patients throughout treatment processes to evaluate and document progress.
Education
MSW -
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2020
BSW -
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2019
Skills
- Skilled in psychosocial and behavioral assessment
- Outstanding ability to create and successfully complete treatment plans/goals
- Dynamic approach to accessing resources for clients as well as client advocacy
- Unwavering commitment to improving the lives of all clients and their families through a professional, empathetic, and ethical approach
Certification
Motivational Interviewing: Completed the UCLA Tour of Motivational Interviewing Training
Accomplishments
Best Of The Best - Best Social Worker awarded by Corsicana Daily Sun 2023 & 2024
Timeline
Case Manager/Social Worker
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler
07.2024 - Current
Social Services Director
The Village at Heritage Oaks
02.2021 - 06.2024
Intern
Starfish Counseling
05.2020 - 12.2020
Intern
MHMR Liberty House
08.2019 - 12.2019
Intern
MHMRTC Youth Campus
01.2019 - 05.2019
MSW -
University of Texas at Arlington
BSW -
University of Texas at Arlington
Motivational Interviewing: Completed the UCLA Tour of Motivational Interviewing Training
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