Sarah Mawa
Sugar Land,TX
Summary
A dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Coordinator
Texas Children's
Houston, TX
09.2016 - Current
- Complete a comprehensive problem identification assessment of patients to identify opportunities of intervention
- coordinate services with doctors, providers, families, and other community resources.
- Monitor client progress towards goals
- Provide education on disease management and behavioral health diagnosis to patient and their family
Therapist (Remote)
BetterHelp
Mountain View, CA
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Conduct initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and provide psychotherapy services.
- Monitor client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
- Assist clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
Caseworker
Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD
Houston , TX
06.2014 - 09.2016
- Conduct psychiatric and intake assessments.
- Provide psychosocial rehabilitation, education and case management services
- Collaborate with the treatment team in providing mental health recovery services.
Case Worker
Children of Diversity
Houston , TX
06.2013 - 05.2014
- Conduct home visits to assess safety and well-being of children in foster homes
- Develop individualized care and treatment plans
- Assess and evaluate the needs of foster care families
Caseworker
Texas Department of Family and Protective Service
Houston , TX
03.2011 - 05.2013
- Develop case plans and monitor progress towards goals that ensure the safety of children and their families.
- Identify appropriate community resources and provide referrals for services.
- Participate in court hearings related to cases involving abuse or neglect of children.
Intern
Commonwealth Catholic Charities
Hampton, VA
01.2010 - 12.2010
- Serve as a liaison between parents and the school system.
- Develop resources to assist immigrants with finding employment
- Tutor children and teaching adult ESL classes
Volunteer
ADRA International
Juba, South Sudan
05.2009 - 08.2009
- Assist in raising malaria awareness and disease prevention
- Provide emergency medical assistance to communities by delivering relief aide in areas experiencing disasters
- Provide case management services
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Houston
Houston12-2014
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA12-2010
Skills
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavior Modification
- Client Advocacy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
LCSW certified
Timeline
Therapist (Remote)
BetterHelp
05.2023 - 12.2023
Service Coordinator
Texas Children's
09.2016 - Current
Caseworker
Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD
06.2014 - 09.2016
Case Worker
Children of Diversity
06.2013 - 05.2014
Caseworker
Texas Department of Family and Protective Service
03.2011 - 05.2013
Intern
Commonwealth Catholic Charities
01.2010 - 12.2010
Volunteer
ADRA International
05.2009 - 08.2009
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Houston
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
Norfolk State University
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