Kaile Pennock
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated social work professional with diverse experience in medical and community-based settings. Skilled in psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, and care coordination for individuals facing complex health and social challenges. Demonstrated ability to develop individualized treatment plans, connect vulnerable populations with vital resources, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. Committed to client advocacy, accurate documentation, and delivering client-centered support in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Social Work Intern
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
La Mesa, CA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patient needs and strengths.
- Facilitate access to community resources and services for patients and families.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient needs and plan appropriate interventions.
- Provide information to access financial assistance, legal aid or housing.
- Act as an advocate for vulnerable populations by connecting them with essential resources within the community.
Case Manager Intern
North Star ACT - Behavioral Health Services
Escondido, CA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided assertive community-based rehabilitation and case management services to high-risk, mentally ill patients.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and risk factors.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients.
- Collaborated with other community agencies to coordinate care for clients.
- Organized and facilitated group therapy sessions, following assertive community treatment guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of all client interactions and progress notes.
- Assessed the client's eligibility for benefits through various programs, such as Medicaid or SNAP.
Practicum Student Counselor
Serenity Lane Drug Treatment Center
Coburg, OR
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Performed 60 hours of supervised counseling sessions, including group and individual sessions.
- Co-facilitated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivation Interviewing, Twelve Step Facilitation Therapy and Relapse Prevention group counseling.
- Developed Individual Behavioral Service Plans for each client based on their current behavioral triggers and patterns.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary team meetings consisting of psychiatrists, psychologist and counselors.
- Managed treatment processes and maintained progress notes and related documentation in Aura.
- Liaised with family members to discuss progress and develop ongoing plans for counseling goals.
Education
Master in Social Work -
California State University - San Marcos
San Marcos, CA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.2022
Skills
- Psychosocial Assessment
- Intensive Case Management
- Treatment Planning
- Proficient in Epic
- Clinical Experience
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Client Documentation
Employment Experience
Case Manager
North Star ACT - Behavioral Health Services | Escondido, CA | May 2024-Aug 2024
- Provided assertive community-based rehabilitation and case management services to high-risk, mentally ill patients.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and risk factors.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients.
- Collaborated with other community agencies to coordinate care for clients.
- Organized and facilitated group therapy sessions, following assertive community treatment guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of all client interactions and progress notes.
- Assessed the client's eligibility for benefits through various programs, such as Medicaid or SNAP.
Lead Hostess
Draft Republic | Carlsbad, CA | Sep 2018-Sep 2019
- Worked to keep an organized environment while interacting with and assisting guests.
- Enhanced guests' experiences by fulfilling special requests during visits.
- Led team of hosts during fast-paced hours while maintaining restaurant rotation and communication with guests.
Certification
- BLS for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association -
Timeline
Medical Social Work Intern
Sharp Grossmont Hospital
08.2024 - 05.2025
Case Manager Intern
North Star ACT - Behavioral Health Services
08.2023 - 05.2024
Practicum Student Counselor
Serenity Lane Drug Treatment Center
09.2021 - 03.2022
Master in Social Work -
California State University - San Marcos
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Oregon
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