Justice Lewis, MSW
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Motivated and enthusiastic professional with a strong educational background in Social Work. Seeking an entry-level position to kickstart a successful career in Project Management. Posses excellent communication and problem solving skills, with a strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn and grow. Committed to contributing to the success of an organization and making a positive impact.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker Team Leader
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
09.2022 - Current
- Engage in interviews with prospective employees and oversee a comprehensive 6-8 week orientation program for all newly hired Registered Nurses (RNs) and Social Work case managers with master's degrees.
- Implements regular performance evaluations and delivers constructive feedback to employees, leading to enhanced performance and heightened employee satisfaction levels.
- Attends bi-weekly interdisciplinary clinical team meetings to collaboratively review patients with a length of stay exceeding four days.
- Established and maintained robust relationships with liaisons and community partners, fostering a seamless transition for patients to safe discharge placements and ensuring the prompt delivery of post-acute services.
Social Work Case Manager
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Coordinated discharge arrangements for patients in an acute hospital environment, encompassing rehabilitation, home health care, durable medical equipment, hospital transfers, insurance considerations, and hospice requirements.
- Created optimal outcomes for patients and families by addressing intricate psychosocial and economic co-morbidities effectively.
- Documented daily case notes and facilitated follow-ups for effective case management.
- Participated in daily interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Contract Therapist /Clinical Assessor
Helping Hands Behavioral Solutions
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Delivered individual, group, and family therapy sessions for clients across various age groups under active investigation by the Georgia Department of Family and Children Services.
- Engaged in mandatory Federal and State professional development trainings, ensuring adherences to company policies.
- Timely submission of completed notes, treatment plan updates, service order authorizations, clinical assessments, and other necessary documentation for session reimbursement.
- Proficiently utilized the E-Case note system to manage client case documentation and receive alerts related to the client(s) case plan.
SSVF Case Manager
Changing Homelessness
06.2020 - 04.2021
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing comprehensive case management services to SSVF program participants.
- Reduced homelessness among veterans by implementing effective housing stability plans and coordinating with community resources.
- Improved client outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized service plans tailored to their needs.
- Strengthened relationships with community partners, resulting in increased access to available resources for clients.
Therapist/Discharge Planner
Coastal Harbor Health System
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Conducted psychosocial assessments, complied relevant documentation fo treatment planning, and monitored progress every 72 hours, updating treatment plans as necessary.
- Provided counseling and conducted individual and group sessions in accordance with treatment plans.
- Collaborated on discharge plans, liaising with referral sources, community mental health providers, physicians, nursing homes, residential treatment facilities, substance abuse treatment and other placement options to ensure continuity of care.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients recognize personal barriers to change and identify actionable steps towards improvement.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Savannah State University
Savannah, GA05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Savannah State University
Savannah, GA05.2017
High School Diploma -
Mitchell County High School
Camilla, GA05.2013
Skills
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Project Management
- Training and Professional Development
- Public Speaking
- Employee Relations
Timeline
Social Worker Team Leader
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Social Work Case Manager
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - 09.2022
Contract Therapist /Clinical Assessor
Helping Hands Behavioral Solutions
06.2020 - 09.2021
SSVF Case Manager
Changing Homelessness
06.2020 - 04.2021
Therapist/Discharge Planner
Coastal Harbor Health System
05.2019 - 06.2020
Master of Arts - Social Work
Savannah State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Savannah State University
High School Diploma -
Mitchell County High School
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