Gina Shinners
8938 Springwood Drive Woodbury,MN
Summary
Accomplished Social Worker Case Manager with a proven track record at Koochiching Health Services, enhancing client outcomes through coordinated care plans and strong community partnerships. Skilled in assessment and evaluation, alongside exceptional customer service abilities, I excel in high-pressure situations, demonstrating significant improvements in access to resources and support for diverse needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker Case Manager
Koochiching HealthServices/ Littlefork Care Center
03.2019 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated care plans that addressed clients'' complex needs holistically.
- Improved client outcomes by developing comprehensive case plans and coordinating services with community partners.
- Developed strong relationships with community organizations in order to better serve clients'' needs within their local area.
- Increased access to resources by connecting clients with appropriate financial assistance, homecare services, medical insurance
Group Home Coordinator
Lutheran Social Services of MN
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Serves as a link between management and employees by handling questions,interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by coordinating interviews and managing onboarding activities for new hires.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
- Resolved conflicts swiftly among team members through effective mediation techniques, fostering an amicable working environment conducive to collaboration.
- Organized company-wide events that boosted employee morale and cultivated team spirit within the organization.
- Reduced logistical errors through meticulous planning of transportation schedules and inventory management practices.
- Managed budgets skillfully by tracking expenses diligently and allocating resources appropriately based on priority needs.
Volunteer Paraprofessional
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised student during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for student with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Airspace Emergency Medical Technician
Untied States Air Force
01.2001 - 06.2011
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Maintained a safe environment for all involved parties by adhering to strict safety measures during emergency situations.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration/ Health Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ03.2018
Skills
- Substance abuse awareness
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Behavioral Health Knowledge
- Self-care strategies
- Child Welfare Expertise
- Disability Support
- Motivational Interviewing
- Calm under pressure
- Office Management
- Exceptional customer services
Timeline
Social Worker Case Manager
Koochiching HealthServices/ Littlefork Care Center
03.2019 - 06.2024
Group Home Coordinator
Lutheran Social Services of MN
04.2018 - 03.2019
Volunteer Paraprofessional
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School
09.2014 - 06.2016
Airspace Emergency Medical Technician
Untied States Air Force
01.2001 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration/ Health Management
University of Phoenix
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