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Jenna Sarvis

Beloit,WI

Summary

Beginning social worker well-versed in empathy, compassion, cultural values, mental health, and crisis intervention. Skilled in communications, rapport building, and writing/documentation. Experience in predominantly residential support and activity planning.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Support Specialist

Meta House
Milwaukee, WI
05.2024 - Current
  • Provided guidance and support to clients in residential settings.
  • Monitored client behavior, documented daily activities, and reported any changes in condition or behavior.
  • Intervened in crisis situations to de-escalate conflicts or dangerous behaviors.
  • Educated clients about substance abuse prevention, meal preparation, and childcare.

Activities Coordinator

Boys and Girls Club
Beloit, WI
03.2021 - 07.2023
  • Researched ideas for programs and activities, utilizing participants' suggestions and feedback to align with delivery objectives.
  • Developed and implemented programs for youths to foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to program participants.

Crisis Line Worker

DEFY domestic Abuse Beloit
Beloit, WI
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Answered incoming calls from individuals in crisis and provided support, understanding, and resources.
  • Maintained accurate records of all conversations with clients using a computer-based system.
  • Determined appropriate interventions or referrals for further assistance.
  • Offered rooms to callers after coordinating with appropriate managers.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
01-2024

Associate of Arts - Human Services

Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville, WI
05-2022

Skills

  • Mental Health Support
  • First-aid and CPR
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Personal care assistance
  • Activity Planning
  • Safety Planning
  • Patient-centered care
  • Life Skills Development

Affiliations

  • Video Editing
  • Reading/Writing
  • Volunteering (Compassus/after-school aide/Caritas)
  • National Honor society

Timeline

Residential Support Specialist

Meta House
05.2024 - Current

Crisis Line Worker

DEFY domestic Abuse Beloit
01.2022 - 08.2022

Activities Coordinator

Boys and Girls Club
03.2021 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Associate of Arts - Human Services

Blackhawk Technical College
Jenna Sarvis