Gloria Barton
Plainville,CT
Summary
Dynamic psychiatric social worker with extensive experience at the Department of Children and Families, skilled in trauma-informed care and effective communication. Proven track record in facilitating support groups and advocating for clients, enhancing access to essential resources while fostering resilience and personal growth in diverse populations.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Social Worker , Family Support Worker
Department of Children and Family, Solnit North
09.2014 - Current
- Strengthened family communication and resolved conflicts through facilitated meetings.
- Ensured clients received essential services by advocating for their rights.
- Maintained accurate client records through timely documentation updates.
- Coordinated care with multidisciplinary teams for effective resource allocation.
- Educated families on community resources to connect them with vital services.
- Supported clients compassionately during challenging times, fostering trust and resilience.
Psychiatric Social Worker Asstant-Intake
Department Of Children and Families, Solnit North Campus
03.1993 - 09.2014
- Enhanced mental health services by conducting comprehensive assessments for families.
- Streamlined patient intake process, ensuring compliance and accuracy in documentation.
- Facilitated patient referrals by coordinating with providers and scheduling appointments.
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring confidentiality and easy accessibility for staff.
- Managed communications by triaging inquiries and scheduling appointments efficiently.
- Educated patients on services and resources to promote engagement and satisfaction.
Community Support Worker
Department of Children and Family Services
09.1992 - 09.1993
- Facilitated individual and group support sessions for at-risk youth, fostering personal development and resilience.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored intervention plans addressing client needs and goals.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify service requirements, ensuring appropriate resource allocation.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-ups, adjusting strategies to enhance engagement and outcomes.
- Advocated for clients within social service systems, ensuring access to essential resources and services.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support when needed, deescalating situations while prioritizing the safety of all involved parties.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques for resolving conflicts or challenges faced by clients in their daily lives.
- Organized recreational activities that fostered positive social interactions and improved overall client satisfaction.
- Strengthened family dynamics by facilitating open communication channels between clients and their loved ones during difficult times.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and identify potential barriers to client success, recommending modifications as needed for enhanced safety and accessibility.
- Maintained accurate case records to track progress, sharing relevant updates with supervisory staff and stakeholders as needed.
Lead Children Service Worker
Department Of Children And Family-Housatonic Adolescent Hospital
01.1988 - 03.1992
- Supervised daily activities for adolescent patients to ensure safety and therapeutic engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Implemented and maintained hygiene and sanitation protocols across facility areas.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and patient interaction techniques.
- Provide for adequate coverage of the Unit and take necessary action in case of absences
- Maintain therapeutic milieu by assuring that residents' psychological and physical needs are met
- Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to clinical staff promptly.
- Assisted in organizing recreational activities designed to promote social skills among patients.
- Facilitated communication between families and staff regarding patient progress and needs.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address complex patient needs effectively.
- Facilitated smooth communication between clients, coworkers, and management through clear verbal and written interactions.
Mental Health Worker
Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services-Fairfield Hills Hosp.
08.1985 - 01.1988
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing direct care for mental health challenges.
- Implemented tailored treatment plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team efforts to improve patient care delivery.
- Tracked and reported patient progress to ensure effective treatment adjustments.
- Fostered a positive therapeutic environment through clear communication and boundary enforcement.
- Documented client progress in confidential records to maintain treatment continuity.
Education
No Degree - Social Work
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CTBachelor of Science - Human Services
Springfield Collage
Springfield MassAssociate of Science - Human Services
Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT.05-1985
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Facilitating groups
- Multicultural competence
- Behavior modification
- Strengths-based practices
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Self motivation
Timeline
Psychiatric Social Worker , Family Support Worker
Department of Children and Family, Solnit North
09.2014 - Current
Psychiatric Social Worker Asstant-Intake
Department Of Children and Families, Solnit North Campus
03.1993 - 09.2014
Community Support Worker
Department of Children and Family Services
09.1992 - 09.1993
Lead Children Service Worker
Department Of Children And Family-Housatonic Adolescent Hospital
01.1988 - 03.1992
Mental Health Worker
Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services-Fairfield Hills Hosp.
08.1985 - 01.1988
No Degree - Social Work
Southern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Springfield Collage
Associate of Science - Human Services
Manchester Community College