Fernando Villamar
Bronx,USA
Summary
Experienced social services leader equipped to drive impactful community programs. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and deliver high-quality services. Skilled in strategic planning, resource management, and stakeholder engagement. Trusted for reliability and effective problem-solving.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Social Services
Morningside Rehabilitation and Nursing Home
05.2021 - Current
- Certified PASRR screener
- Director of Social Services
- Proficiency MDS 3.0
- Point Click Care
- Sigma Care
- Experience working in long-term care and short term care
- Grievance officer
- Participation in multiple meetings to coordinate resident’s care: utilization review meetings, QAPI, Behavioral Management meeting, IDT meetings Hospice Care, LTC meeting, PDPM meeting, outside agencies, and contacting families for service recovery
- CCP meetings with residents, participation in resident councils (providing assistance and education), DOH, and Ombudsman program when needed
- Quality Management meeting
- Coordinating facility operations as AOD when needed
- Providing training to new social workers
- Excellent understanding of the nursing home operations and compliant with the requirements of DOH guidelines, assisting resident with referrals for housing, ALF, MLTC, NHTD programs
- Assisting residents and family members in the d/c process and psychosocial issues, helping the finance department in discussing with residents their financial responsibilities with the facility
- Provide information to residents about NOMNC and assist them in the appeal process when needed
- Developed a high-performing team of social workers, driving excellence in service delivery and client outcomes.
Social Worker
The Plaza Rehabilitation Nursing Plaza
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Conduct psychosocial assessments for residents from admission to discharge
- Assist residents with executing advanced directives documents and navigating insurance coverage concerns.
- Provide English-to-Spanish translation as needed.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant, and current records.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations, and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Increased client engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
- Advocated for clients' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Led workshops on topics relevant to client populations served, empowering individuals with valuable knowledge and tools for self-advocacy.
- Promoted a culture of self-care and professional development among colleagues, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged ongoing growth and learning.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure cohesive support strategies for clients.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create integrated care plans, improving overall client health outcomes.
- Enhanced team knowledge and skills, leading professional development sessions on current social work practices.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Documented client progress and activities following agency policies and procedures.
Social Worker
Regional Aid for Interim Needs (R.A.I.N.) Senior Center
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Created questionnaires and assisted with education programs for seniors on topics such as Alzheimer’s Disease, Asthma, Diabetes, and substance abuse
- Assisted seniors with exploring community resources and referrals for programs to meet their needs
- Performed home visits and completed process recordings
- Conducted individual and group sessions, case management, and senior advocacy
- Enrolled in the Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP)
Education
Master of Arts - MSW
Lehman College
Bronx, NY05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Lehman College
Bronx, New York01.2018
Skills
- Documentation & Reporting
- Bilingual Translator
- Reliable
- Detail-Oriented
- Interpersonal Skills
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Resource utilization management
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid Certification, UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Program
- CASACT-T Certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Social Services
Morningside Rehabilitation and Nursing Home
05.2021 - Current
Social Worker
The Plaza Rehabilitation Nursing Plaza
09.2018 - 05.2021
Social Worker
Regional Aid for Interim Needs (R.A.I.N.) Senior Center
09.2017 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - MSW
Lehman College
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Lehman College
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