Lavita M. Young
Yorktown,USA
Summary
Results-oriented professional with a robust background in regional management, recognized for driving growth and achieving operational excellence. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and implementing strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals underscores a commitment to success. Expertise in fostering collaborative environments and adapting to evolving business needs enhances the ability to emphasize strategic planning and optimize resource allocation. Passionate about leveraging skills to contribute to organizational success and elevate team performance.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Director, Inpatient Case Management
Sentara Corporate
01.2020 - Current
- Responsibilities include care transitions across the systems healthcare continuum, to include the various settings in the hospital, ambulatory and post-acute areas. Alignment with system goals, resources, educational, CMS, State and DNV regulatory requirements and strategic opportunities for the system in collaboration with leadership and members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team members.
Manager, Integrated Care Management
Sentara CarePlex Hospital
11.2015 - 01.2020
- Responsible for Managing and Coordinating the patient care transition programs. Participate in the system development and implementation of integration of care transitions along the continuum. Work in close collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, in all settings to include ambulatory, post-acute providers, and health plans. Responsible for developing and managing the department budget, compliance to federal, state and regulatory requirements
Manager of Care Management
Bon Secours Health System
07.2013 - 11.2015
- Collaborate with physicians and physician advisor on the appropriateness of resource utilization, consultation and treatment plans. Attends or Facilitate patient care meeting/rounds. Integrate and coordinate utilization management, care facilitation and discharge planning.
Medical Social Worker
Sentara CarePlex Hospital
02.2011 - 07.2013
- Responsible for the provision of Medical Social Work Services to patients receiving care in the hospital setting. Assesses the social, psychological, cultural, environmental, and financial situations and disposition needs for each referred patient. Collaborates with patients, families, healthcare team members, and community agencies to develop and implement plans to address identified needs. Uses crisis intervention, problem solving model, assess abuse and neglect, mental health assessments and facilitate Psychiatric placements to inpatient facilities.
Medical Social Worker
Sentara Obici Hospital
07.2005 - 02.2011
- Responsible for the provision of Medical Social Work Services to patients receiving care in the hospital setting. Assesses the social, psychological, cultural, environmental, and financial situations and disposition needs for each referred patient. Collaborates with patients, families, healthcare team members, and community agencies to develop and implement plans to address identified needs. Uses crisis intervention, problem solving model, assess abuse and neglect, mental health assessments and facilitate Psychiatric placements to inpatient facilities.
Regional Supervisor
CareStar/Ohio Home Care Program
09.2001 - 01.2005
- Supervised and evaluated work performed by case managers. Responsibilities include clinical supervision of direct service professionals; problem-solving with consumers and providers; grievance Resolution; working closely with community resources, health care providers and ODJFS; participation in CQI activities; and assuring compliance with regulation and agencies policies.
Intake Social Worker
Summit County Children’s Service
07.2000 - 08.2001
- Conducts investigation and/or provides Alternative Response (AR) model of services to eligible families reported to the agency where children have been identified as at risk of abuse, neglect and/or dependency. Assesses risk of family situation; makes service recommendations and/or recommends child removal to reduce safety risks to children.
Medical Social Worker
Miami Valley Hospital
04.1998 - 06.2000
- Provide direct social work intervention, transition planning and counseling to patients and their families. Assess the patient’s social, emotional, financial, cultural and family situation and interprets this information to the physician, nursing staff and other care team members to facilitate appropriate transition planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Norfolk State University
07.2010
Master of Social Work Administration - undefined
University of Cincinnati
06.1996
Bachelor of Science - Social Worker
The Ohio State University
06.1992
Skills
- Client engagement
- Team development
- Team leadership
- Strategic networking skills
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 55 staff members.
- Achieved top decile for length of stay by implementing rapid change management projects with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of 7 in the development of Roles and Responsibilities to improve case management workflow.
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Registered Nurse- Multi State Compact
ACTIVITES & AWARDS
American Case Management Association, VA Chapter, President, January 2025- present, American Case Management Association, VA Chapter, President Elect, 2023-2024, American Case Management Association, VA Chapter, Membership Chairperson, 2022-2023, American Case Management Association, VA Chapter, Member since 2014, American Case Management Association, Accredited Case Manager, October 2012, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, Glowing Lamp Nursing Award, May 2024, Key Contributor Award- Sentara CarePlex Hospital, May 2019, Always Committed to Excellence Award- Sentara Hospital, Division Winner, December 2012
Timeline
Regional Director, Inpatient Case Management
Sentara Corporate
01.2020 - Current
Manager, Integrated Care Management
Sentara CarePlex Hospital
11.2015 - 01.2020
Manager of Care Management
Bon Secours Health System
07.2013 - 11.2015
Medical Social Worker
Sentara CarePlex Hospital
02.2011 - 07.2013
Medical Social Worker
Sentara Obici Hospital
07.2005 - 02.2011
Regional Supervisor
CareStar/Ohio Home Care Program
09.2001 - 01.2005
Intake Social Worker
Summit County Children’s Service
07.2000 - 08.2001
Medical Social Worker
Miami Valley Hospital
04.1998 - 06.2000
Master of Social Work Administration - undefined
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science - Social Worker
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Norfolk State University