Kendall Gearns
Newport,KY
Summary
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of youth and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Case Manager
Necco
01.2023 - Current
- Ensured client's well-being by coordinating appropriate medical, educational, and therapeutic services.
- Ensured timely completion of documentation, including case notes, court reports, and treatment plans.
- Monitored foster home compliance with state regulations and conducted regular home visits to ensure safe environments for children placed in care.
- Enhanced client stability by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized service plans.
Behavioral Health Intern
Necco Behavioral Health
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Worked with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
- Performed assessments to evaluate clients' mental health status, needs and goals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of mental health counseling.
Clinical Intern
Children's Home Of Northern Kentucky
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients in residential settings.
- Customized vocational exploration activities to identify self-determined rehabilitation needs and goals.
- Consulted with interdisciplinary teams to enhance coordination of care.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for clients to explore their emotions and experiences.
- Addressed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques.
Residential Treatment Specialist
Children's Home Of Northern Kentucky
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
- Assisted residents in developing essential life skills through hands-on activities and educational workshops.
- Collaborated with therapists and medical professionals to ensure comprehensive care for each resident, resulting in better outcomes.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY05.2024
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Northern Kentucky University
12.2022
Skills
- Child Advocacy
- Written and verbal communication
- Multidisciplinary Teamwork
- Individualized Service Planning
- Cultural Competency
- Records Maintenance
Timeline
Behavioral Health Intern
Necco Behavioral Health
10.2023 - 05.2024
Foster Care Case Manager
Necco
01.2023 - Current
Clinical Intern
Children's Home Of Northern Kentucky
08.2022 - 12.2022
Residential Treatment Specialist
Children's Home Of Northern Kentucky
08.2021 - 09.2022
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Northern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Northern Kentucky University
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