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Julie Bentz

Liverpool

Summary

Team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. I foster teamwork and collaboration to enhance client outcomes. Adaptable and solution-oriented, I empower individuals by connecting them with essential resources and support for improved wellness. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Public Health Social Worker

Onondaga County Health Department
11.2022 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Care Manager

Syracuse Community Health Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain general wellness.
  • Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options, and health care services to better manage conditions.
  • Assessed clients and developed plans to meet needs.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, and other enabling services for patients.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary by assessing risk levels promptly addressing safety concerns collaboratively with the treatment team.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary case conferences fostering teamwork collaboration sharing best practice insights to optimize patient care outcomes.

Social Worker

Syracuse Model Neighborhood Facility
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant, and current records.
  • De-escalated stressful situations through individual crisis interventions.
  • Supported clients with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
  • Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.

Family Worker

Peace Incorporated
08.2013 - 10.2021
  • Improved parental involvement in children's education by organizing workshops and informational sessions for families.
  • Developed tailored case plans to address individual family needs and promote self-sufficiency.
  • Empowered parents to take an active role in their child's education by providing guidance on school policies and procedures.
  • Increased awareness of available resources through regular outreach efforts, such as home visits and community events.
  • Conducted regular home visits to monitor family progress, address concerns, and provide ongoing encouragement.

Direct Support Professional

Advocates, Inc.
12.2012 - 08.2013
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions.
  • Facilitated community integration for clients, enriching their social networks and life experiences.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.

Youth Support Specialist

Homespace Corporation
06.2010 - 11.2012

Maintained detailed case notes on each participant's progress throughout their involvement in the program.

  • Maintained detailed case notes on each participant's progress throughout their involvement in the program.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss participant progress, share ideas, and collaborate on improvements or modifications within the program structure itself.
  • Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios.
  • Created and facilitated recreation and education activities for youths to engage in groups in safe environment.
  • Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.

Intern

Homespace Corporation
01.2010 - 05.2010


  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Gained hands-on experience to expand knowledge in the Social Work field.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build a strong network within the organization.
  • Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing individualized service plans.

Education

Master's Degree - Social Work

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2018

Bachelor's Degree - Social Work

SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY
05-2010

Associate Degree - Humanities

Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY
05-2008

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Flexible and adaptable

Timeline

Public Health Social Worker

Onondaga County Health Department
11.2022 - Current

Care Manager

Syracuse Community Health Center
04.2022 - 11.2022

Social Worker

Syracuse Model Neighborhood Facility
10.2021 - 04.2022

Family Worker

Peace Incorporated
08.2013 - 10.2021

Direct Support Professional

Advocates, Inc.
12.2012 - 08.2013

Youth Support Specialist

Homespace Corporation
06.2010 - 11.2012

Intern

Homespace Corporation
01.2010 - 05.2010

Master's Degree - Social Work

Syracuse University

Bachelor's Degree - Social Work

SUNY Buffalo State

Associate Degree - Humanities

Onondaga Community College
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