Larena Van Pelt
White Swan,WA
Summary
Motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocate for clients and advance change for communities in need. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker II
Yakama Nation
04.2017 - 09.2023
- 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.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted changes to meet changing needs.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Coordinated external healthcare professionals to uphold high-quality, person-centered care.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish attainable goals.
Social Worker I
Yakama Nation
06.2010 - 02.2015
- 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.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Facilitated psychoeducational classes to help clients develop life skills.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to build supportive, communicative client networks.
Assistant Sales Manager
Yakama Forest Products
08.2001 - 08.2009
- Assisted sales team with completing customer transactions and managing issues.
- Trained new associates in successful sales and performance strategies.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Managed and developed sales team.
- Modeled strong negotiation skills to help team members close tough deals with lucrative clients.
- Forecasted sales and established processes to achieve sales objectives and related metrics.
- Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
- Demonstrated exemplary customer service by engaging clients on sales floor.
- Strengthened performance by applying excellent program and project leadership skills.
- Directed sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
- Liaised between customers and product development team to recommend product improvements.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
- Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead and optimizing product turns.
- Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account management employees to fill leadership positions with qualified staff and boost company growth.
- Developed compelling presentation decks to gain approval for ideas and communicate results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Heritage University
Toppenish, WA05.2015
Associate of Science - Chemical Dependency Studies
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA06.2011
Associate of Arts - Business
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA06.2010
Skills
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Data Collection
- Pyschosocial Assessments
- Case Management
- Cultural Competency
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Community Referrals
- Life Skills Counseling
- Mandatory Reporting Procedures
- Conflict Resolution
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Case Notes
Timeline
Social Worker II
Yakama Nation
04.2017 - 09.2023
Social Worker I
Yakama Nation
06.2010 - 02.2015
Assistant Sales Manager
Yakama Forest Products
08.2001 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Heritage University
Associate of Science - Chemical Dependency Studies
Yakima Valley Community College
Associate of Arts - Business
Yakima Valley Community College
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