Kimberly Hurtt
LSW, MSW
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Creative and enthusiastic Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate advocate for clients' rights and family preservation. Experienced Grant Writer and Program Developer fostering consistent measurable positive outcomes. Exceptional writer and proofreader with impeccable grammar and in-depth understanding of non-profit needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Grief Counselor, Bereavement Specialist
Brown-Forward Funeral Home
Shaker Heights , Ohio
01.2010 - Current
- Established family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized supportive services for individuals and families.
- Work collaboratively with over 20 social service agencies, referral sources and other treatment professionals to meet patient care needs.
- Mediate conflicts within families to clarify and resolve immediate underlying issues.
Lead Case Manager
Council For Economic Opportunities In Greater Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
04.2018 - 04.2020
- Maintained caseload of more than 20 clients referred by Cuyahoga County Division of Family Services, Adult Probation and Parole, and other agencies.
- Conducted clinical assessments using DSM-V criteria IDC-10 coding and developed treatment plans using collaborative, person-centered philosophy.
- Provided crisis intervention, guidance, comprehensive case management services and connected clients and families to appropriate resources to support family preservation.
- Facilitated communication between agencies about best practices to create comprehensive care system and eliminate barriers to client support.
- Developed and implemented new programming to address emerging community needs, supplement agency services, and bridge gaps in care.
- Improved quality of care by creating digital content supporting curriculum utilized in psycho-educational groups.
Social Media Marketing Specialist
All Things Social Media, LLC (self-employed)
Shaker Heights , Ohio
01.2015 - Current
- Analyzation of key performance indicators monthly, applying data analytics to drive future strategic planning.
- Curate and segment editorial content to increase engagement and growth.
- Improve page content, keyword relevancy, and branding to achieve SEO goals.
- Monitor online brand presence to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
- Increased paid ad revenue by achieving average of 1700 views per ad per month.
Mental Health Clinician
The Center For Child And Family Advocacy
Napoleon, OH
05.2008 - 10.2015
- Collaborated with 5 county court agents, probation and parole authorities by providing clinical assessments and treatment recommendations.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Guided clients by offering multiple evidenced-based therapeutic interventions and modalities to support successful achievement of their treatment goals.
- Planned and organized individual, play-based, sand-tray, and group therapy for clients ranging in ages from early childhood through late adulthood.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions to continuously improve service quality and to focus on satisfaction of persons served.
Adjunct Professor of Social Work
Defiance College
Defiance, OH
01.2010 - 05.2015
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations, including visual, aural and social learning modalities.
- Collaborated with faculty to support and maintain national accreditation by Council of Social Work Education.
- Facilitated CSWE accredited courses, providing instruction for up to 60-100 undergraduate students per semester.
- Precepted bachelor's level social work student interns exemplifying proper professional standards of practice based upon NASW Code of Ethics and core values.
Education
Master's of Social Work - Macro Social Work
University Of Toledo
Toledo, OH 05.2009 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Defiance College
Defiance, OH 05.2006 - 08.2008
Skills
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
undefinedGrant Writing, Management
- Wrote, reviewed and edited proposals for grants, gifts and contracts.
- Generated monthly grant writing activities reports and submitted documentation to director to promote funding program transparency.
- Researched grant and funding proposal opportunities in philanthropic databases to identify potential income sources.
- Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
- Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
- Composed grant proposals and fundraising newsletters to raise capital for non-profit organizations.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers
Certification
Licensed Social Worker
Timeline
Lead Case Manager
Council For Economic Opportunities In Greater Cleveland
04.2018 - 04.2020
Social Media Marketing Specialist
All Things Social Media, LLC (self-employed)
01.2015 - Current
Grief Counselor, Bereavement Specialist
Brown-Forward Funeral Home
01.2010 - Current
Adjunct Professor of Social Work
Defiance College
01.2010 - 05.2015
Master's of Social Work - Macro Social Work
University Of Toledo
05.2009 - 05.2010
Mental Health Clinician
The Center For Child And Family Advocacy
05.2008 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Defiance College
05.2006 - 08.2008
Licensed Social Worker
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