Katerin Montes, MSW
Summary
A dedicated social worker whose goal is to serve and improve the well-being and quality of life of individuals, families, organizations, and communities by promoting initiatives that support social justice, human rights, and collaboration to solve social issues.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Miller Children and Women's Hospital
Medical Social Work Intern
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted psychosocial assessments of patients and their families to factors affecting their health and well-being across different units such as General Pediatrics, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and BirthCare Center
- Provided short-term counseling to patients and families to help them cope with the stress of illness, injury, or hospitalization
- Educated patients and families about available community resources, such as financial assistance programs, support groups, and hospital resources, and collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to provide a safe discharge
Starview Community Services
Community Mental Health Intern
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Completed comprehensive assessments and service plans and provided comprehensive case management services and clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Assisted clients in identifying areas of need and goal development, ensuring goals were attainable and time specific
- Maintained up-to-date client records. Completed all necessary diagnostic assessments, case consultations, and written documentation on a timely basis and in accordance with agency standard
WomenShelter of Long Beach
Social Work Intern
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Provided individual counseling, co-facilitated groups, case management, and crisis intervention services to participants
- Assisted the program by conducting orientation, intakes, and completing necessary documentation
- Developed a thorough knowledge of referral resources in the counties of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Education
Master of Social Work - Child Welfare
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05.2021
Skills
- Bilingual
- Community Referrals
- Patient-Centered Care
- Electronic Medical Record Software
Timeline
Miller Children and Women's Hospital
Medical Social Work Intern
09.2022 - 05.2023
Starview Community Services
Community Mental Health Intern
08.2021 - 05.2022
WomenShelter of Long Beach
Social Work Intern
08.2020 - 07.2021
Master of Social Work - Child Welfare
California State University - Fullerton
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Los Angeles
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