Jill E. Gamble LMSW
Kalamazoo,Michigan
Summary
Compassionate Medical Social Worker known for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in case management, patient advocacy, and crisis intervention to support diverse patient populations. Excel at communication, empathy, and problem-solving, ensuring effective collaboration with healthcare teams and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Social Worker
Bronson Family Medicine
Portage , Michigan
05.2024 - Current
- Provided psychosocial assessments to patients and their families.
- Referred client or family to appropriate community resources to obtain support for mental or physical illness.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, such as suicide prevention or substance abuse counseling.
- Assisted physicians in determining the best course of action for medically complex cases.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Addressed barriers to care, including transportation, financial issues, and language barriers.
Psychiatric Social Worker
Ascension Hospital 1 North Inpatient Psych Hospital
Kalamazoo , Michigan
01.1994 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for clients.
- Facilitated group psychotherapy sessions on topics such as anger management, stress reduction, and life skills development.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute psychiatric episodes or distressful situations.
- Educated patients about mental health issues and available treatments options.
- Advised families on how best to manage their loved one's mental illness symptoms at home.
- Assisted in the coordination of services between multiple agencies serving clients with behavioral health needs.
- Completed petitions and attended court hearings, when necessary, to ensure mental health treatment.
- Maintained detailed client records in accordance with HIPAA regulations and agency policies.
- Developed relationships with community resources and organizations to provide additional support for clients.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI06-1991
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI04-1984
Skills
- Assessing needs
- Caregiver support
- Behavioral Health
- Discharge Planning
- Suicide Prevention
- Educating families
- Improving well-being
- Coordinating services
- Team collaborating
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
Bronson Family Medicine
05.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Social Worker
Ascension Hospital 1 North Inpatient Psych Hospital
01.1994 - 04.2021
Master of Arts - Social Work
Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Western Michigan University
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