Jquice Poster
Cahokia Heights,IL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated MSW graduate with hands-on practicum experience in early childhood and school settings, seeking a position as a School Social Worker. Skilled in providing emotional, social, and educational support to children aged 3-5, with additional experience addressing the needs of older students in diverse educational environments. I am eager to apply my knowledge of child development and family dynamics to foster a supportive, inclusive, and nurturing learning atmosphere for all students.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
09.2020 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Practicum Student
Early Childhood Education Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced practicum experience by collaborating with multidisciplinary team members and integrating their feedback.
- Developed client rapport through empathetic listening and effective communication, contributing to positive therapeutic outcomes.
- Contributed to the improvement of treatment plans by incorporating evidence-based interventions and individual client needs.
- Supported clients'' progress towards goals by providing consistent guidance and encouragement throughout their therapy sessions.
- Gained proficiency in various therapeutic modalities through hands-on application during practicum placement.
Practicum Student
The Crisis Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained thorough documentation, ensuring accurate case records for both legal compliance and ongoing treatment purposes.
- Adhered strictly to confidentiality guidelines and HIPAA regulations in order to protect client privacy rights at all times.
- Engaged in continuous professional development through attending workshops and conferences related to the field of mental health counseling.
Education
Masters of Social Work - School Social Work
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL05.2024
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
University of Missouri - St Louis
St Louis, MO12.2022
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL06.2020
Skills
- Sterilization techniques
- ADL support
- Patient Observation
- Hospice and palliative care
Timeline
Practicum Student
Early Childhood Education Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
Practicum Student
The Crisis Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
Patient Care Technician
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
09.2020 - Current
Masters of Social Work - School Social Work
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
University of Missouri - St Louis
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Southwestern Illinois College