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Emma Bertsche

Melrose Park,IL

Summary

Dedicated social work professional adept at setting up services, working with healthcare professionals and families and giving patients continuous support. Good communicator and relationship-builder with exceptional skills in planning, resolving conflicts and solving diverse problems.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Case Manager

Allendale Association
Lake Villa, IL
12.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients with identifying and obtaining resources to meet their needs.
  • Facilitated group meetings in a residential setting and collaborated with other professionals to provide best practice.
  • Developed individualized service plans for each client based on assessments.
  • Performed weekly checks of the residence to ensure safety and security of all occupants.
  • Maintained accurate records, including progress notes, case notes, and activity logs.

Mental Health Specialist

Allendale Association
Lake Villa, IL
06.2023 - 12.2024
  • Provided crisis intervention services in emergency situations.
  • Facilitated psychoeducational groups focused on topics such as coping skills and stress management.
  • Monitored clients' progress toward meeting their therapeutic goals.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate optimal care for clients.
  • Implemented individualized treatment plans tailored to the needs of each client.

Social Work Intern

Milwaukee Justice Center
Milwaukee, WI
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Communicates effectively with faculty and staff and accepts critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
  • Interacts with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information about resources provided and available
  • Works with attorneys and lawyers who are giving legal advice and accurately recording case notes.
  • Assists clients in accurately completing court forms for divorce, name changes, guardianship, child support, and child placement.
  • Interview clients to determine eligibility for expungement or pardon.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Carthage College
Kenosha, WI
05-2023

Skills

  • Community Resource Navigation
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Behavioral support

Timeline

Residential Case Manager

Allendale Association
12.2023 - Current

Mental Health Specialist

Allendale Association
06.2023 - 12.2024

Social Work Intern

Milwaukee Justice Center
08.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Carthage College
Emma Bertsche