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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Social Worker
BRONX CONNECT
06.2023 - Current
Provided Case Management for caseload of 14
Consults with supervisors on issues that impact program goals, objectives, policies, and the delivery of services
Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for participants
Ensures that policies and standards are followed and explains and implements changes when necessary or to meet client/family’s needs
Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and routine home visits.
Responsible for any other duties as assigned by the Director.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
Therapeutic Case Manager
THE CHILDREN’S VILLAGE
11.2021 - 06.2023
Coordinate the development, review, and implementation of services, case management, behavior intervention plans, and treatments provided to individuals served
Oversee all services provided to individuals and their families, monitor quality of care delivered, ensure compliance with contractual terms, and monitor regulatory program compliance
Assist in the development of quality services and engaging activities that meet the individual served needs
Build and maintain relationships with families and external case managers
Prepare and submit Progress Notes, Service Plans, Court Reports and other time related material associated with the monitoring of the individual and families.
Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
Social Services Director
CARDINAL NURSING AND REHABILITATION
03.2019 - 08.2021
Monitored gradual dose reductions relating to resident psychotropic medication
Provided psychosocial monitoring to help resident attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental well-being
Identified the social, emotional, and financial needs of each short-term skilled patient and long term care resident
Worked as a part of a multidisciplinary team to efficiently and effectively meet the behavioral health needs of each resident
Reviewed resident’s care plan and progress notes to identified needs
Provided bereavement counseling
Assist with patient discharge and handled the arrangement of in-home care services
Adhered to confidentiality guidelines, and ensured that the program met all the necessary licensing and regulatory standards
Conducted in-services to educate staff as to the emotional and social needs of residents, and to teach methods for dealing with residents and families
Submitted time bound reports within the required timeframes.
Referred families to shelters, legal resources, and educational programs.
Foster Care Caseworker
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERV
05.2017 - 03.2019
Responsible for case management and provision of direct therapeutic intervention to a caseload of 8 clients
Prepared comprehensive and accurate court documents and made recommendations to the judge in formal court hearings
Provided monthly home based /office based and community-based contacts with children and parents to assess safety, their current functioning and to make sure court recommendations were being followed
Prepared and submitted Progress Notes, Service Plans, Court Reports and other time related material associated with the monitoring of the children and families
Coordinated referrals and linkages within the community for children and families
Facilitated and participate in Family Team Conferences
Collaborated with agencies, stakeholders and community support services
Routine School Visits.
Provided transportation for children and parents to and from visits and court.