Hi, I’m
Lauren Galbraith
Social Worker
Lutz,FL
Summary
Team-oriented professional eager to work as a
Social Worker utilizing my managment skills and strong understanding of different cultures and customs related to this industry. Im a highly organized professional with a keen eye for unexpected changes and possible solutions.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
YMCANorth Dale, FL
Lead Youth Counselor
08.2010 - Current
Job overview
- Implemented a variety of fun and recreational activities for youth.
- Started a Music Together program for parents and toddlers.
- Listen to clients' concerns and provide encouragement and support.
- Organize with team a new gymnastics program for the New Tampa YMCA.
- Coach youth in tumbling and beginners gymnastics.
- Develop classes with home school families engaging in pod courses at the YMCA.
BayCare Medical GroupNew Port Richey, Florida
Mental Health Therapist
02.2008 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Lead a plethora of groups including substance abuse, anger management, and parenting skills acquisition.
Childrens Home SocietyTampa, Florida
State of Florida Childrens Case Manager
07.2005 - 05.2007
Job overview
- Worked with the Children's Home in Tampa, FL to ensure the youth on my caseload had access to all needed resources.
- Advocated for social and community service programs to increase awareness and funding.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans to transition clients to appropriate service providers in community.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
YWCA
Domestic Violence Shelter Lead
02.2000 - 03.2001
Job overview
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited proposals for grants.
- Managed domestic violence shelter over night to ensure client safety.
Community Family Resource Center
Family Case Manager & Camp Counselor Lead
01.1998 - 05.2000
Job overview
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Conducted home visits to gain a stronger understanding of macro, mezzo, and micro services to assist families reach self sufficiency goals.
- Reached out to housing directors to develop fiscal shelter retention plans.
Lafayette Urban Ministry
Kitchen Helper
07.1997 - 03.1998
Job overview
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to shelter guests with strong attention to detail.
- Spent time listening to the stories of the homeless community members.
- Collaborated with Shelter staff to build a plan to meet toiletry needs of clients.
Education
Florida Atlantic UniversityBoca Raton, FL
Master of Social Work from Social Work
05.2007
Purdue UniversityWest Lafayette, IN
Bachelor of Arts from English, Psychology, Sociology, Communications
05.2002
Skills
- Client Needs Assessment
- Reading Comprehension
- Social Perceptiveness
- Active Learning
- Team Goals
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Youth Leader
Certification
- Safety: Training -First Aid & CPR
Timeline
Lead Youth Counselor
YMCA
08.2010 - Current
Mental Health Therapist
BayCare Medical Group
02.2008 - 01.2009
State of Florida Childrens Case Manager
Childrens Home Society
07.2005 - 05.2007
Domestic Violence Shelter Lead
YWCA
02.2000 - 03.2001
Family Case Manager & Camp Counselor Lead
Community Family Resource Center
01.1998 - 05.2000
Kitchen Helper
Lafayette Urban Ministry
07.1997 - 03.1998
Florida Atlantic University
Master of Social Work from Social Work
Purdue University
Bachelor of Arts from English, Psychology, Sociology, Communications
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