Jerry Smalls
Camden,SC
Summary
Recent graduate with a Master's degree in Social Work, seeking opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the field. Committed to building trustworthy relationships with clients and advocating for their best interests. Specializes in providing peer support and advocacy, offering a unique perspective that enhances client engagement and outcomes. Recognized for respectful and empathetic service, dedicated to guiding individuals in need and contributing positively to the community.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Social Work Intern
All Aboard for Justice
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
- Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Conducted detailed research on community resources, updating agency's database to improve service referrals.
- Conducted outreach to underrepresented communities, increasing their access to social services.
SOCIAL WORK INTERN
SC SHARE
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Consulted with 6 other professionals to gain insight and advice and build a strong network within an organization.
- Assessed program effectiveness using feedback from participants and data analysis techniques, making recommendations for improvement as needed.
- Organized community outreach events to raise awareness about available social work services and promote positive public relations efforts.
- Represented SC SHARE within local communities to provide advocacy services to clients and establish relationships with other organizations.
- Developed and implemented social work plans to understand desired project goals and properly align social work activities.
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
USA ARMY FORT HOOD, TEXAS
09.1988 - 09.2008
- Assisted in training 150 new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
- Ensured patient confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
King University
Bristol, TN08-2025
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Limestone University
Gaffney, SC05.2024
Associate in Science Degree -
University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina05.2015
Skills
- Multicultural Competence
- Client Advocacy
- Professional ethics
- Life Skills Development
Certification
- South Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist , SC SHARE, JAN 2026
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