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JONATHAN THOMAS

Jeffersonville,IN
"Give a man a fish and feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime".
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JONATHAN THOMAS

Summary

Energetic and empathetic individual with natural ability to connect with and support clients. Possesses solid understanding of client assessment and resource coordination, coupled with strong communication and organizational skills. Committed to making positive impact by effectively managing cases to improve client outcomes.


Overview

6
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Robley Rex VA Medical Center

Medical Social Worker Intern
09.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted patients in navigating complex healthcare systems, reducing stress associated with accessing necessary treatments or procedures.
  • Advocated for patients'' rights and preferences, fostering an environment of respect and autonomy within the healthcare setting.
  • Improved interdisciplinary collaboration by actively participating in interdisciplinary team meetings and contributing valuable input.
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance patient and family coping skills, leading to improved emotional wellbeing.

Lifespring Health System

Forensic Care Manager
06.2024 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Use various assessments and other tools to gain insight into the client’s situation to improve quality of service
  • Develop relationships with community partners and collaborate to improve service delivery
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and compassionate communication techniques
  • Assessed clients and developed plans to meet needs
  • Managed complex caseloads, ensuring timely assessment, intervention, and documentation for optimal care outcomes

Maryhurst

Community Support Associate
07.2023 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Assist in making sure marginalized communities have access to mental health care
  • Collaborate with community partners to ensure the needs of our clients were met throughout the CMHP umbrella
  • Created referral system with community partners
  • Utilize various interventions such as AF-CBT and other techniques to assist in aiding the client change process
  • Produced crisis management and intervention plans for communities in need.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, effectively resolving conflicts and maintaining community safety.
  • Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal goals, leading to increased independence and self sufficiency.
  • Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and productivity.

Community Transitional Services-Russell

Counselor Aide
01.2023 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Assisted with filing and scanning and organizing documents
  • Accessed client background information using NCIC profile and assessing housing location risk
  • Assisted with reentry by locating employment and housing suitable for the needs of each client
  • Provided crisis intervention support as needed, helping clients navigate difficult situations safely and effectively.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information by adhering strictly to established privacy guidelines and ethical standards at all times.
  • Supported clients in achieving their educational and vocational goals by providing guidance on available resources, preparing them for interviews, and offering job search assistance.

Brennan Landscapes

Landscape Crew Member
06.2022 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Maintained a safe work environment by following safety guidelines and ensuring proper use of equipment.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with efficient and timely completion of assigned tasks.
  • Built quality relationships with clients through consistent quality workmanship delivered on time and within budget constraints.
  • Increased curb appeal for residential properties through meticulous lawn care, including mowing, edging, and aerating.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale landscaping projects for commercial properties.

Goodwill Industries of KY

Career Coach
04.2021 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Managed caseload greater than 50 individuals with disabilities to addressing barriers that could keep employees from living a productive
  • Providing individuals with resources by connecting them to community partners
  • Assist participants in learning about their benefits and enrollment options.
  • Collaborated with other career coaches and industry professionals to share insights, resources, and best practices for optimal client outcomes.
  • Increased client satisfaction by delivering customized coaching solutions based on individual needs and preferences.

Seven Counties Services

Peer Support Specialist
07.2019 - 04.2021

Job overview

  • Managed caseload greater than 20 men in recovery, supporting them in their journey by modeling healthy examples.
  • Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage clients to engage in healthy behaviors.
  • Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
  • Promoted a strengths-based approach for clients through active listening and empathy.

Oxford House Inc.

Outreach Worker/ KY Reentry Coordinator
03.2019 - 07.2019

Job overview

  • Organized subcommittee residents in each area where chapters were located to help streamline resources to reentry residents
  • Attend reentry coalition meetings and collaborate with community partners to gather and share resources
  • Held relationships with Probation and parole offices statewide and spoke at prisons and reentry centers to identify possible future residents
  • Developed strong relationships with local organizations to establish a network of support services for clients in need.

Education

Spalding University
Louisville

Master of Science from Social Work
05-2025

Spalding University

Bachelor of Science from Social Work
06.2024

Jefferson Community and Technical College

AA from Human Services
01.2022

Skills

  • Case assessments
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient education
  • Resource utilization
  • HIPAA guidelines
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • CPR/AED
  • Basic Life Support BLS
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Active listening

Affiliations

YMCA- Greater Clark Co. Advisory Board

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Transformational learner

From struggling student with a 2.5 GPA, to maintaining 3.5 over the remainder of the academic year. 

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Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets highlight service utilization and other data for an evaluation on behalf of a local homeless shelter.
  • Created partnership between agencies to streamline employment and training for justice involved clients to remove barriers and enhance hiring potential.

Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeContract WorkFull Time

Work Location

RemoteHybridOn-Site

Important To Me

Flexible work hoursWork from home optionPaid time off4-day work weekPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsWork-life balanceCareer advancement401k match

Timeline

Medical Social Worker Intern

Robley Rex VA Medical Center
09.2024 - Current

Forensic Care Manager

Lifespring Health System
06.2024 - 12.2024

Community Support Associate

Maryhurst
07.2023 - 06.2024

Counselor Aide

Community Transitional Services-Russell
01.2023 - 06.2023

Landscape Crew Member

Brennan Landscapes
06.2022 - 11.2022

Career Coach

Goodwill Industries of KY
04.2021 - 05.2022

Peer Support Specialist

Seven Counties Services
07.2019 - 04.2021

Outreach Worker/ KY Reentry Coordinator

Oxford House Inc.
03.2019 - 07.2019

Spalding University

Bachelor of Science from Social Work

Jefferson Community and Technical College

AA from Human Services
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Spalding University

Master of Science from Social Work

Software

Excel

Word

Powerpoint

Outlook

Access

Athena

CPRS

JONATHAN THOMAS