Kara Ray
Perrysburg,Ohio
Summary
Experienced Health Advocate providing outreach and support services to community residents. Builds trusting relationships with patients and families, offering education, assessment, and social support to effectively manage health conditions. Collaborates closely with medical providers to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care, while facilitating ongoing follow-up and goal setting for patients and families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Health Advocate
Equitas Health
05.2022 - Current
- Implemented personalized health action plans for clients that resulted in better management of chronic conditions and improved overall wellbeing.
- Delivered services according to established advocacy and case management protocols and maintained accurate, legible and current documentation.
- Streamlined the insurance enrollment process for clients by navigating complex healthcare policies and advocating for coverage of necessary treatments.
- Enhanced patient care quality by providing educational resources on disease prevention, treatment options, and wellness strategies.
Master of Social Work Intern
Children's Resource Center
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Responded to crises and emergency situations to provide immediate assistance to persons in need.
- Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
Bachelor of Social Work Intern
Children's Resource Center
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed client screenings and accurately recorded data in case files to facilitate clinical case coordination services and case management duties.
- Maintained client reports to track client progress, record interventions and provide relevant data for analysis.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Education
Master of Social Work -
The University of Toledo
05.2022
Bachelor of Social Work -
The University of Toledo
05.2021
Skills
- Data entry
- Health education
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical documentation
- Care coordination
- Copay and premium expertise
- Medication management
Certification
- State of Ohio Licensed Social Worker, S.2107013
Additional Information
Completion of hours for independent license, application under review by CSWMFT board
Timeline
Medical Health Advocate
Equitas Health
05.2022 - Current
Master of Social Work Intern
Children's Resource Center
06.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Social Work Intern
Children's Resource Center
08.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Social Work -
The University of Toledo
Master of Social Work -
The University of Toledo
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