Kierra Davis
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dedicated professional MSW mental health and medical social worker. Offers a comprehensive academic and work background in resource coordination, incident management, conducting home visits, intake assessment, and as well as strong interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills.
Charted and recorded information in client files. Worked closely with nurses and doctors to conduct team meets for the best outcome for patient care. Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
Worked closely with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques at home and school. Referenced and used various therapy techniques, including psychodynamic, family systems, and lifespan integration psychotherapy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Attendant Part Time
Frontier Airlines
02.2019 - Current
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability amidst schedule changes, delays, or challenging situations while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Maintained a safe cabin environment by conducting pre-flight safety checks and adhering to FAA regulations.
- Handled medical emergencies calmly and competently following established protocols while liaising with the cockpit crew as needed.
- Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing exceptional in-flight service and addressing individual needs.
MSW Therapist
Positive Change Counseling Center
06.2016 - Current
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Coached clients on effective coping strategies, empowering them to manage symptoms independently outside of therapy sessions.
- Advocated for client needs within larger healthcare systems by participating in case conferences and collaborating with other mental health professionals.
Medical Master Social Worker MSW
AMN Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Behavioral Aide MSW Part Time
Karing Hands Group Home
07.2016 - 02.2019
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify triggers and patterns of behavior, informing intervention strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and interventions, ensuring data-driven decision making for support strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for students with behavioral challenges.
- Reduced incidents of disruptive behavior by establishing clear expectations and consequences for students.
- Conducted regular reviews of student progress, adjusting intervention strategies to optimize outcomes and support growth in all areas.
- Promoted inclusion within the school community by fostering positive relationships between students with behavioral challenges and their peers.
- Quickly identified problematic changes in patient behavior and progress by closely monitoring patients and keeping detailed records.
- Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
- Worked with Autistic patients to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
Social Worker Case Manager
New Beginnings Foster Care Agency
06.2015 - 04.2016
- Managed high-risk cases to ensure safety and well-being of children through timely assessments and appropriate interventions.
- Increased access to resources by connecting clients to appropriate financial, housing, medical, and educational services.
- Enhanced family stability by providing counseling, crisis intervention, and ongoing support for a diverse caseload.
- Advocated for clients at court hearings or meetings with other agencies ensuring that their rights were upheld throughout the process.
- Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors and peers, contributing to a positive work environment that fostered collaboration and professional growth.
- Recommended long-term residential treatment, short-term residential treatment and individualized and group drug counseling for clients with substance abuse issues.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
Education
Master of Social Work Mental Health -
Whitney M. Young, Jr. School of Social Work
Atlanta, GA05.2016
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work -
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA05.2015
High School Diploma -
Miller Grove High School
Lithonia, GA05.2011
Skills
- Customer Service
- Strong Work Ethic
- First Aid
- Reliability and punctuality
- Cultural Awareness
- Emergency Care
- Administrative tasks
- Company policy adherence
- Decision-Making
- Data Entry
- Special Needs Assistance
Certification
Will be obtaining my LCSW this summer/this year 2024
CPR and AED certified
BLS certified
Timeline
Medical Master Social Worker MSW
AMN Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2022
Flight Attendant Part Time
Frontier Airlines
02.2019 - Current
Behavioral Aide MSW Part Time
Karing Hands Group Home
07.2016 - 02.2019
MSW Therapist
Positive Change Counseling Center
06.2016 - Current
Social Worker Case Manager
New Beginnings Foster Care Agency
06.2015 - 04.2016
Master of Social Work Mental Health -
Whitney M. Young, Jr. School of Social Work
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work -
Clark Atlanta University
High School Diploma -
Miller Grove High School
Will be obtaining my LCSW this summer/this year 2024
CPR and AED certified
BLS certified
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