JASMINE GAINES
Springfield,IL
Summary
Support-focused social work professional with hands-on experience in schools, as well as additional experience in healthcare and childcare settings. Brings emotional support, active listening, confidentiality, recordkeeping, and crisis awareness to environments that depend on safe care, steady communication, and dependable teamwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Intern
Lindsay Elementary School
Springfield, IL
08.2026 - 12.2026
- Completed 400 hours of hands-on experience in a school-based social work setting.
- Acquired hands-on experience in school-based social work setting, supporting student engagement.
- Analyzed student needs to enhance supportive educational environments.
- Cultivated skills in promoting student well-being and addressing social-emotional challenges.
- Applied communication, professionalism, and teamwork skills in a school setting.
Unity Club Volunteer
Washington Middle School
Springfield, IL
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Supported student engagement and participation in club activities.
- Cultivated a welcoming, inclusive, and positive environment for all members.
- Encouraged effective communication and teamwork among peers, strengthening club dynamics.
- Volunteered with a school-based club serving middle school students.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
St. John's Hospital
Springfield, IL
06.2021 - 05.2026
- Provided compassionate, patient-centered care while promoting dignity, independence, comfort, and quality of life.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, toileting, and mobility
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patients' conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Provided emotional support while maintaining patient confidentiality and following professional ethics and safety procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to address patient needs and support quality care.
Phlebotomist / Lab 3
Springfield Clinic
Springfield, IL
12.2018 - 05.2021
- Collected patient samples to ensure accurate testing and timely results.
- Followed established procedures for specimen handling and patient identification.
- Communicated professionally with patients while helping them feel comfortable during procedures.
- Maintained accurate records to enhance documentation integrity and compliance.
- Ensured attention to detail, confidentiality, and adherence to safety practices for patient trust and laboratory reliability.
Teacher
Gingerbread House Daycare
Springfield, IL
08.2014 - 12.2017
- Facilitated children's learning, development, and daily care within a nurturing childcare environment.
- Contributed to a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom atmosphere for optimal learning.
- Applied patience, communication, and problem-solving skills to effectively address children's needs.
- Supported age-appropriate activities and positive social interactions.
- Communicated with colleagues to help maintain consistent care and supervision.
Education
Bachelor's-level - Social Work Studies
University of Illinois Springfield (UIS)
Springfield, IL12-2026
Associate of Arts -
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL12-2024
High School Diploma -
Murphysboro High School
Murphysboro, IL05-2012
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Youth Engagement Strategies
- Child development
- Patient care
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Social Services Software
- Microsoft Office
- Data Entry Accuracy
- Crisis management
- Problem-solving
- Organization and Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Active listening
- Professional ethics
Personal Information
Driving License: Valid Driver's License
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) License
- Phlebotomy Certificate
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Hustle Award, Bee Award, Positive Attitude Award
References
- Staci Hickam, Teacher/ Coach, Murphysboro School District, (618)967-9618, shickam@mhs.org
- Maranda McKinney, Co-worker, Gingerbread House Daycare, (217)638-1290, maranda_mckinney@yahoo.com
- Erica Hornback, Boss, St John's Hospital, (217)544-6464 Ext: 20-47391, Erica.hornback@hshs.org
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Lindsay Elementary School
08.2026 - 12.2026
Unity Club Volunteer
Washington Middle School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
St. John's Hospital
06.2021 - 05.2026
Phlebotomist / Lab 3
Springfield Clinic
12.2018 - 05.2021
Teacher
Gingerbread House Daycare
08.2014 - 12.2017
Bachelor's-level - Social Work Studies
University of Illinois Springfield (UIS)
Associate of Arts -
Lincoln Land Community College
High School Diploma -
Murphysboro High School