Jessica Ybarra
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Medical social work professional with proven track record in providing compassionate and effective support to patients and families. Leveraged experience to implement care plans and discharge planning that address both medical and psychosocial needs. Known for strong collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability to changing circumstances, ensuring optimal patient care and support.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Social Worker/ Case Manager PRN
Encompass Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson
09.2024 - Current
- Facilitated discharge planning to ensure smooth transition to home setting or next level of care.
- Participated in team meetings to coordinate care and discuss patient progress.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
- Connected patients with community resources, ensuring access to essential services such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
Medical Social Worker PRN
Hospice in the Desert
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Empowered patients to make informed decisions about their end-of-life care through compassionate counseling sessions.
- Enhanced patient and family understanding of hospice services by providing thorough education and resources.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure a seamless hospice experience.
- Assisted bereaved family members with grief support services, connecting them to community resources when needed.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
Medical Social Worker
Northwest Medical Center- Womens Center
11.2014 - 09.2024
- Completed psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, referrals to community resources and discharge planning in Labor and Delivery, Postpartum, Triage and Neonatal Intensive Care Units
- Advocated for patients' rights and assisted them in navigating the healthcare and community systems
- Mandated reporting of abuse and neglect to assure safety
- Provided grief support, resources and options for fetal demise, stillbirth, and pregnancy loss
- Documented patient interactions in medical records and in state mandated systems
- Coordinated community events, staff education and served on taskforce and committees
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to develop care plans
- Advocated for patients and facilitated communication with medical staff
Medical Social Worker
Northwest Medical Center Oro Valley Rehabilitation
11.2004 - 11.2014
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans, ensuring cohesive approach to patient wellness.
- Streamlined discharge process, ensuring patients had smooth transition from hospital to home care.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
- Implemented patient and staff education on social work related topics
Social Work Supervisor
Southern Arizona Mental Health Corp
05.2003 - 11.2004
- Led crisis interventions, providing critical support to clients during their most vulnerable moments.
- Developed strong community partnerships to enhance available resources and support for clients.
Director of Crisis Services
Center Against Sexual Assault ( SACASA)
04.2002 - 05.2003
- Managed a team of crisis advocates, forensic nurses, and support staff
- Collaborated with community partners to provide comprehensive Sexual Assault Response crisis services
- Conducted grant writing activities to secure funding for crisis services
Education
Bachelor's - Psychology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.1999
Masters - Social Work
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2002
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Comprehensive Psychosocial Evaluation
- Crisis Management Support
- Understanding of Community Services
- Healthcare Policy Knowledge
- Advocacy for Patients
- Effective Discharge Planning
- Ongoing Patient Evaluations
- Medical Record Documentation
Timeline
Medical Social Worker/ Case Manager PRN
Encompass Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson
09.2024 - Current
Medical Social Worker PRN
Hospice in the Desert
09.2024 - 02.2025
Medical Social Worker
Northwest Medical Center- Womens Center
11.2014 - 09.2024
Medical Social Worker
Northwest Medical Center Oro Valley Rehabilitation
11.2004 - 11.2014
Social Work Supervisor
Southern Arizona Mental Health Corp
05.2003 - 11.2004
Director of Crisis Services
Center Against Sexual Assault ( SACASA)
04.2002 - 05.2003
Masters - Social Work
Arizona State University
Bachelor's - Psychology
University of Arizona
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