Jennifer Koffeman
Michigan Center,MI
Summary
Well-qualified social work professional seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills to work with healthcare professionals and families and give patients continuous support through therapy. Good communicator and relationship-builder with exceptional skills in planning, resolving conflicts, and solving diverse problems. I am a limited licensed clinical social worker in Michigan and pending licensure in Florida.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Parenting Time Coordinator
Self-employed
Jackson, MI
03.2023 - Current
- Developed relationships with local courts and judicial systems in order to facilitate referrals from those entities.
- Prepared for hearings by reviewing laws and regulations.
- Organized and facilitated mediations between parties, ensuring a safe environment for all involved.
- Developed processes and procedures for conducting mediations, including setting ground rules and developing conflict resolution strategies.
- Educated disputants on laws, regulations and procedures applying to cases and potential legal roadblocks for proposed solutions.
- Encouraged collaboration rather than competition between parties involved in a dispute by emphasizing shared interests and benefits.
- Created an environment conducive to constructive conversations among opposing sides.
- Facilitated communication and collaboration among disputants using mediation methods.
- Actively listened to both sides during negotiations and encouraged open communication between them.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Limited Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Irwin Counseling Services PLLC
Jackson, MI
01.2022 - Current
- Protected confidential documents to prevent unauthorized access.
- Performed crisis intervention when needed to help stabilize patients in distressful situations.
- Diagnosed disorders according to DSM-IV criteria and used ICD-10 codes for documentation.
- Educated clients on mental health topics including coping skills, communication techniques, and stress management.
- Compiled socio-psychiatric case histories to facilitate accurate diagnoses.
- Conducted assessments of clients to determine diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Monitored and evaluated client progress compared to measurable treatment and care plan goals.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs.
- Participated in weekly supervision meetings with supervisor to review cases and collaborate on best practices.
- Provided referrals for additional services such as housing assistance or financial aid programs when appropriate.
- Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families in a clinical setting.
- Supported clients by providing psychoeducation about the impact of trauma on their lives.
- Modified treatment plans to accommodate changes in clients' health or progress.
- Adjusted treatment plans with current interventions and progress updates.
- Wrote timely and accurate case notes to inform follow-up for effective, successful case management.
Therapist Assistant
Dr. Shannon Lowder
Jackson, MI
06.2019 - Current
- Defined core problems and determined key strategies for investigating and remediating concerns.
- Identified psychological, emotional or behavioral issues and diagnosed disorders using information obtained from evaluation techniques.
- Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results and recommended improvements.
- Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals and planning action to achieve effective personal development and adjustment.
Observed Parenting Time Supervisor
Observed Parenting Time (OPT)
Jackson, MI
06.2019 - Current
- Examined legal documents submitted to courts for adherence to laws and court procedures.
- Reviewed presented documents for compliance to standards.
- Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties.
- Schedule, coordinate, and fully monitor all parenting time sessions in the home of the visiting parent, community, or the office (as indicated by the court order).
- Report all suspected abuse or neglect as mandated by law.
Contract Paralegal
Self-employed
Michigan Center, MI
05.2013 - Current
- Completed research by using public information sources, law libraries and legal databases.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
- Managed all business and legal correspondence.
- Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs.
- Mitigated legal team's workload by reviewing and evaluating legal documents, discovery materials and contracts.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH2022
Master's of Law - Law
University of Toledo Law
Toledo, OH12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
Siena Heights University
Adrian, MI05.2016
Skills
- Organization and Time management
- Self-motivated professional
- Leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Crisis Management
- Relationship building
- Writing Requirements
- Negotiation
- Strategic Planning
- Best Practices Implementation
- Business Development
- CRM Software
Additional Information
Community Service: Emergency Disaster First Responder for the State of Florida, Habitat for Humanity, Inter-Faith Shelter, Hospice, and The Salvation Army.
Timeline
Parenting Time Coordinator
Self-employed
03.2023 - Current
Limited Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Irwin Counseling Services PLLC
01.2022 - Current
Therapist Assistant
Dr. Shannon Lowder
06.2019 - Current
Observed Parenting Time Supervisor
Observed Parenting Time (OPT)
06.2019 - Current
Contract Paralegal
Self-employed
05.2013 - Current
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Ohio State University
Master's of Law - Law
University of Toledo Law
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
Siena Heights University