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Jason Gordon

Bronx,NY

Summary

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.

Education

Master of Science in Social Work -

Andrews University
Berrien Springs, Michigan
08.2021

Skills

  • Client Advocacy
  • Program Management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Discharge Planning
  • Crisis Assessment

Timeline

Program Social Worker

BRONX CONNECT
06.2023 - Current

Therapeutic Case Manager

THE CHILDREN’S VILLAGE
11.2021 - 06.2023

Social Services Director

CARDINAL NURSING AND REHABILITATION
03.2019 - 08.2021

Foster Care Caseworker

MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERV
05.2017 - 03.2019

Master of Science in Social Work -

Andrews University
Jason Gordon