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Kiana Fearon

LaVergne,TN

Summary

Professional in social services with strong background in program development and client advocacy. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to changing needs while delivering impactful results. Expert in resource management, policy implementation, and staff supervision. Successfully managed multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless delivery of services to diverse populations. Demonstrated expertise in crisis intervention and program development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Social Services

Tennessee State Veterans Home
Murfreesboro, TN
11.2025 - Current
  • Developed and implemented programs to enhance resident care and support services.
  • Led interdisciplinary teams to address complex social and health needs of veterans.
  • Streamlined intake processes, improving efficiency in service delivery for new residents.
  • Mentored and trained staff on best practices in social service provision and case management.
  • Assessed over 100 resident needs to create personalized care plans that promote independence.
  • Monitored compliance with state regulations, ensuring high standards of care within the facility.

Clinical Therapist

Allied Behavioral Health Solutions
Nashville, TN
07.2022 - 11.2024

Helping clients of all ages navigate life transitions, family stress, identity exploration, and relationship issues as well as mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, and trauma.

  • Conducted assessments and developed treatment plans for clients with various mental health disorders.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on evidence-based practices.
  • Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills in building rapport with clients .
  • Conducted approximately 30 individual therapy sessions to address diverse mental health needs weekly.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and client goals.

Social Service Director

Estates of Perryville
Perryville, MO
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for the identification of medically related social and emotional needs of the resident.
  • Meet with social services personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, and solicit advice from inter-department supervisors concerning the operation of the social services department, assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services.
  • Develop a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident and the goals to be accomplished for each problem/need identified.
  • Led development and implementation of comprehensive social service programs to enhance resident well-being.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to assess client needs and improve service delivery efficiency.

Psychiatric Social Worker

Missouri Delta - Senior Lifestyles
Sikeston, MO
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Provided psychotherapy services to patient's in assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
  • Assisted patient's and families in understanding and adjusting to diagnoses and potential treatment.
  • Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team and unity community team to identify resources during treatment and after discharge.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop tailored treatment plans for clients.
  • Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions, enhancing communication and coping skills among participants.

Medical Social Worker

Southeast Health
Cape Girardeau, MO
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Function as an active part of the individual patient's plan of care, treatment, and service working closely with the patient/caregiver, staff, and providers.
  • Understand Medicare, Medicaid, Disability, and Social Security to be able to support patient's when they are facing decisions as it relates to their care and their financial disposition.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of and ability to discuss palliative care and hospice with patient/caregiver and facilitate conversations between family member and patient when needed.
  • Assessed patients' psychosocial needs and provided appropriate resources for support.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Provided counseling and support to patients and families navigating complex medical situations.

Children's Service Worker

Missouri Children's Division
Cape Girardeau, MO
02.2018 - 08.2020
  • Establish and manage case files to include accurate and timely documentation of any activities associated with the client progress.
  • Connect underprivileged families with community resources to support families with kind donations including free furniture, bill assistance, and everyday necessities.
  • Communicate in person or via phone with staff, parents, and family members about children and their progress or regression with court orders, child plans, and treatment programs.
  • Testify in court regarding the child and the family's progress towards achieving their Permanency Plan Goal.
  • Facilitated support for children in foster care, promoting emotional stability and resilience.
  • Developed individualized service plans to address unique needs of children and families.

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL
05-2020

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO
12-2017

Skills

  • Counseling
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Crisis intervention
  • Client needs assessments
  • Client advocacy
  • Interviewing skills
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Relationship building
  • Conflict resolution

Certification

Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW)

LANGUAGES

English | Native

Timeline

Director of Social Services

Tennessee State Veterans Home
11.2025 - Current

Clinical Therapist

Allied Behavioral Health Solutions
07.2022 - 11.2024

Social Service Director

Estates of Perryville
01.2022 - 06.2022

Psychiatric Social Worker

Missouri Delta - Senior Lifestyles
12.2020 - 01.2022

Medical Social Worker

Southeast Health
08.2020 - 12.2020

Children's Service Worker

Missouri Children's Division
02.2018 - 08.2020

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Southern Illinois University

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Southeast Missouri State University