GERDENE FACEY, MSW, LMSW
Irvington
Summary
A social worker with 5+ experience in case management, treatment plan, counseling, educating, advocating and seeking resources to help individuals/families reach their full potential in life. I have a passion for social work with experiences both in the office and the field. I want to make a difference in the communities and society. Looking to leverage my experience and knowledge in social work as I want to not only give but also learn from these clients and their cultures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Intensive In-Home Clinician
Virtue Care Inc
09.2024 - Current
- Provided comprehensive care to patients, addressing diverse medical needs and improving overall health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized treatment plans for optimizing patient recovery.
- Improved patient adherence to treatment plans by educating individuals on lifestyle modifications and medication management.
- Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations for accurate diagnosis and effective intervention.
- Developed and implemented care plans to address complex medical conditions and improve quality of life.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans for optimal recovery and well-being.
- Managed patient records to ensure accuracy and confidentiality, supporting high-quality care.
Director of Social Services
Lincoln Park Care Center
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented programs to improve quality of life for clients.
- Created and managed budgets for social services department.
- Advised staff on best practices in service delivery, client relations and case management.
- Supervised a team of social workers, counselors and other professionals providing direct services to clients.
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs and developed individualized plans of care.
- Coordinated with community partners to ensure access to appropriate resources for clients.
- Provided ongoing training and support to staff members ensuring up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to social services field.
- Monitored performance outcomes against established goals, objectives, standards and expectations.
- Maintained accurate records for all cases as required by state law or agency policy.
- Assessed the effectiveness of existing programming and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate efforts towards achieving common goals.
- Facilitated regular meetings with staff members to discuss progress, challenges, successes and new initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to social services field.
- Managed resident admissions and discharge and referrals to other facilities, home health agencies and hospice based on resident and family needs, preferences and resources.
Director of social service
Avalon Rehabilitation and Care Center
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented programs to improve quality of life for clients.
- Advised staff on best practices in service delivery, client relations and case management.
- Supervised a team of social workers, and other professionals providing direct services to clients.
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs and developed individualized plans of care.
- Maintained accurate records for all cases as required by state law or agency policy.
- Assessed the effectiveness of existing programming and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Facilitated regular meetings with staff members to discuss progress, challenges, successes and new initiatives.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate efforts towards achieving common goals.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to social services field.
Social worker
Sinai Post - acute Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided direct clinical social work services to individuals and families in a mental health setting.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
- Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
- Collaborated with family members to provide comprehensive support services to clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency standards.
- Attended team meetings and provided feedback on case updates and treatment recommendations.
Social Worker
Ministry of Labour and Social Security
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Company Overview: Jamaica
- Case management
- Field work
- Seminar
- Health fair
- GF Planning and assessment
- Jamaica
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
- Collaborated with family members to provide comprehensive support services to clients.
Social Work Intern
Social Development Commission
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Community Based Officer
- Capacity building training programs
- Jamaica
- Facilitated educational workshops for community members on topics related to social work practice.
- Community job and health fairs.
- Attended meetings, training, conferences and seminars to advance professional knowledge.
- Collaborated with community agencies to offer clients additional support.
Education
Leadership 101 certificate -
Troy University
Master of Science - Clinical Social Work
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, USA05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Jamaica Theological Seminary
Jamaica06-2018
Associate of Science - Social work
Moneague College
Jamaica06.2016
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Active Listening
- Case Management
- Treatment Plan
- Leadership Skills
- Problem Solving
- Communicating
- Critical Thinker
- Advocate
- Counselor
- Department Leadership
- Resource utilization management
- Patient Advocacy
- Family support and assistance
- Effective customer communication
- Client meetings
- Written and verbal communication
- Client Needs Assessments
- Interviewing skills
Additional Information
Certified Social Worker
Taub Fellowship recipient
Aging and Health Certificate
License Social Work - 44SL07192700
Timeline
Intensive In-Home Clinician
Virtue Care Inc
09.2024 - Current
Director of Social Services
Lincoln Park Care Center
07.2024 - Current
Director of social service
Avalon Rehabilitation and Care Center
11.2022 - 06.2024
Social worker
Sinai Post - acute Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
Social Worker
Ministry of Labour and Social Security
09.2018 - 03.2019
Social Work Intern
Social Development Commission
01.2018 - 04.2018
Leadership 101 certificate -
Troy University
Master of Science - Clinical Social Work
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Jamaica Theological Seminary
Associate of Science - Social work
Moneague College
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