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John Vang, LCSW

Owassok,OK

Summary

What truly drives me is my passion for helping others. I believe in the transformative power of social work, and I am dedicated to changing and saving lives. My work has not only been about providing services but also about advocating for systemic change and empowering my community to thrive. I’m excited about the opportunity to bring this commitment and expertise to your team, where I can continue making a meaningful impact.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Integrated Team Manager, LBHP

Grand Mental Health
Claremore, OK
02.2019 - Current
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and support within treatment teams, empowering the team to thrive in their roles and deliver quality care to clients.
  • Provided guidance, coaching and mentoring to individual team members as needed to help them reach their full potential.
  • Set objectives for teams based on organizational goals; monitored performance against targets; provided feedback and took corrective action when needed.
  • Ensured adherence to company policies, procedures, regulations and laws while maintaining an ethical workplace culture.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members in a timely manner to maintain harmony within the team.
  • Facilitate and document monthly peer case consultations and individual supervisions, effectively identifying ethical concerns and ensuring staffing aligns with established protocols.
  • Involvement in community outreach initiatives to promote mental health awareness and access to services.
  • Experience working with diverse populations and understanding the unique challenges they face in accessing mental health care.

Behavior Health Rehab Specialist

Grand Lake Mental Health Center Inc.
Grove, USA
04.2018 - 02.2019
  • Provided referrals to appropriate healthcare providers and relevant community services.
  • Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment options.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to case management best practices.
  • Provided case management services including needs assessment, advocacy, linkage, referral and monitoring goals.

Child Welfare Specialist III Team Lead

Oklahoma Department of Human Services
Tulsa, USA
05.2016 - 02.2018
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss safety plans, service plans, and permanency options.
  • Provided guidance and support to staff in the development of case plans for children in out-of-home care.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to families in need of immediate help.
  • Collaborated with other agencies such as schools, hospitals, law enforcement, mental health providers. to ensure that a comprehensive approach is taken when addressing family needs.
  • Monitored caseworker performance, including providing feedback on practice issues.
  • Reviewed assessments of risk factors related to safety of children in out-of-home placement settings.

Child Welfare Specialist II

Oklahoma Department of Human Services
Tulsa, USA
09.2012 - 05.2016
  • Conducted home visits with families to assess the safety of children in their homes.
  • Developed case plans and goals for at-risk families, including referrals to community resources.
  • Investigated reports of suspected child maltreatment or neglect by interviewing involved parties and conducting home visits as necessary.
  • Assisted foster parents in understanding their roles and responsibilities while caring for children placed into their care.
  • Performed routine follow-up visits with former clients after they have achieved permanency placement in order to monitor progress.

Family Service Worker

Arkansas Department of Human Services
05.2011 - 09.2012
  • Assisted families in developing parenting skills, problem solving strategies, communication techniques, and conflict resolution methods.
  • Conduct regular case review meetings with supervisor to review and discuss client progress, assure consistent implementation of treatment plan goals/objectives, and promote team involvement in problem solving/resolution
  • Promote and support general safety for staff and clients by participating in therapeutic training, behavioral interventions and team planning
  • Investigated reports or indications of abuse, neglect or exploitation of at-risk adults, adolescents and children.

Education

Master of Social Work -

University of Oklahoma
Tulsa, OK
01.2016

Bachelor of Sociology -

California State University
Fresno, CA
01.2009

Skills

  • Solution Focused
  • Adaptability
  • Cultural Competence
  • Effective communicator (written/verbal)
  • Tenacious
  • Team Player
  • One-on-one support
  • Compliance requirements

Certification

  • LCSW 2023
  • LMSW 2019

Languages

Hmong
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Integrated Team Manager, LBHP

Grand Mental Health
02.2019 - Current

Behavior Health Rehab Specialist

Grand Lake Mental Health Center Inc.
04.2018 - 02.2019

Child Welfare Specialist III Team Lead

Oklahoma Department of Human Services
05.2016 - 02.2018

Child Welfare Specialist II

Oklahoma Department of Human Services
09.2012 - 05.2016

Family Service Worker

Arkansas Department of Human Services
05.2011 - 09.2012

Master of Social Work -

University of Oklahoma

Bachelor of Sociology -

California State University
John Vang, LCSW