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Kathrine Geddings

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Dedicated social worker well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Strong background in supporting client treatment plans. Compassionate and driven with unfailing work ethic and passion for helping others.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Social Worker

Alamo Hospice
07.2016 - Current
  • Completes initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments of the patient’s/family’s response to the terminal illness.
  • Evaluates coping skills in crisis situations. Fosters communication between patients and families.
  • Assists patient and family in acquiring additional community resources, including Medicaid; serves as liaison with social service agencies as necessary.
  • Assists in crisis intervention. Assists patient/family in preparation for impending death, including such items as wills and funeral arrangements.
  • Counsels the patient/family as they work through their acceptance of the death and dying process and the grief process.
  • Participates with Interdisciplinary Team (IDG) in the development and implementation of patient care plans.
  • Serves as member of patient care team, interpreting/identifying psychosocial needs of the patient/family.
  • Assesses bereavement needs of survivors and communicates these to bereavement coordinator.


CPS Specialist IV

Child Protective Services
01.2004 - 07.2016
  • Developed plans to strengthen family units.
  • Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
  • Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
  • Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.

Education

MA in Social Work -

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05.2008

BA in Social Work -

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
12.2003

Skills

  • 19 years of case management skills
  • Strong time-management and interpersonal skills; extremely organized and efficient
  • Exceptional leadership, verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Certification

  • 2008, LMSW-State of Texas
  • Completed 3000 hours of supervision for LCSW; awaiting test for LCSW

Timeline

Medical Social Worker

Alamo Hospice
07.2016 - Current

CPS Specialist IV

Child Protective Services
01.2004 - 07.2016

MA in Social Work -

Texas State University

BA in Social Work -

Texas State University

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