Gabrielle Gott
Vincennes,IN
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker Care Manager
Careforth Structured Family Care
Vincennes, IN
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted assessments to determine client needs and develop tailored care plans.
- Facilitated communication between families, clients, and service providers to enhance support systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- 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.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Developed individualized care plans addressing client needs and family dynamics.
Administrative/Vet Assistant
Southgate Veterinary Clinic
Vincennes, IN
11.2019 - Current
- Handled ~50 daily incoming phone calls regarding customer concerns for their pets, assisted in determining what course of action would be taken.
- Managed calendar by scheduling appointments for customers so as not to overbook the veterinarians.
- Maintained excellent rapport with customers and their animals.
- Assisted with small procedures such as vaccines, blood draws, x-rays, and puppy care post cesarean delivery.
Court Appointed Special Advocate
Knox County CASA
Vincennes, IN
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Researched each client's case to become familiarized with his or her background by carefully reviewing available documents.
- Testified in court and provided voice for severely abused and neglected children.
- Provided assessments and made recommendations to court.
- Validated and substantiated admissibility of evidence, perpetuating integrity during court hearings.
- Conducted interviews with parents, foster parents, school officials and other individuals to better understand client's needs.
- Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
- Maintained positive relationships with community to build and nurture dynamic partnerships.
- Worked with a wide variety of both children and adults of varying circumstances, backgrounds, diagnoses, and abilities, including individuals with medical fragility, intellectual disabilities, and/or developmental disabilities.
Animal Control Officer
Vincennes Animal Shelter
Vincennes, IN
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Investigated and gathered information regarding animal-related complaints as well as reports of animal neglect and abuse.
- Unloaded and impounded animals received from law enforcement and public.
- Responded to daily calls to enforce animal control regulations and to help safely catch lost, wandering, hurt, and/or stray animals.
- Attended to calls reporting of domestic animal bites.
- Took care of all impounded animals, providing medical services and care.
- Assisted in adoption matches to pair potential adopters with dogs and cats.
Full-Time Substitute Teacher
South Knox School Corporation
Vincennes, IN
12.2011 - 05.2016
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modifications and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Was repeatedly requested as by faculty and staff based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
English & Algebra Teacher
Shakamak School Corporation
Jasonville, IN
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Successfully improved students' English skills and Algebra skills through written and interactive activities.
- Evaluated student progress to offer recommendations for further development in the areas of English and Algebra.
- Established positive classroom management boundaries to create a safe environment for students.
- Tutored and assisted students to help with English and Algebra comprehension and mastery.
- Worked one-on-one with students needing individualized attention and collaboratively developed special learning plans.
- Communicated with parents in person, by email and phone to apprise of student progress, challenges, and behavior issues.
- Built relationships with students to understand obstacles to learning, such as difficult home situations, illness, or social hurdles.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
Bloomington, IN05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
Terre Haute, IN05.2007
Skills
Service planning
Patient-centered care
Mental health training
Therapeutic services
Discharge planning
Treatment Planning
Community referrals
Family case management
Client needs assessment
Empathy building
Conflict resolution
Client advocacy
Case management
Compassionate
References
- Jill Doggett - 812.881.7337 - jdoggett@hartbell.com
- Cathy Beaman - 812.887.6742 - cbeaman@knoxcounty.in.gov
- Sandra Bowman - 812.202.3657 - sandra.bowman@dcs.in.gov
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Social Worker Care Manager
Careforth Structured Family Care
08.2023 - Current
Court Appointed Special Advocate
Knox County CASA
05.2021 - 08.2023
Administrative/Vet Assistant
Southgate Veterinary Clinic
11.2019 - Current
Animal Control Officer
Vincennes Animal Shelter
11.2018 - 03.2020
Full-Time Substitute Teacher
South Knox School Corporation
12.2011 - 05.2016
English & Algebra Teacher
Shakamak School Corporation
08.2010 - 06.2011
Master of Science - Counseling
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY