LEMMIE M. DOWNS, JR.
Hampton
Profil professionnel
Seeking a position in Paris, France. I'm in the process of relocating to Paris. My background is in psychology, social work and management.
Vue d'ensemble
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Expérience
Photographer
Lemmie M. Downs Photography
Hampton
2023.01 - Actuel
- Organisation de shooting photo en extérieur.
- Réalisation de shooting portraits, solo et groupes.
- Repérage des lieux pour être en mesure d'anticiper et adapter le cadrage et la composition.
- Retouche et montage photographique à l'aide de logiciels spécialisés comme Adobe Photoshop.
- Traitement numérique des images avec [Logiciel], édition et retouches.
- Sélection des photos réalisées, présentation au client et montage.
- Réalisation de prises de vue photographique en studio ou en plein air.
- Mise en place des équipements photographiques, réglage des paramètres, adaptation de la lumière.
- Services de photographie pour professionnels et particuliers, incluant portraits, couverture d'événements, photos de produits et books artistiques.
- Couverture d'événements tels que des mariages, des fêtes et des conférences.
- Retouche des photos à l'aide de logiciels professionels tels que Adobe Lightroom et Photoshop, pour un résultat impéccable.
- Communication avec les clients pour comprendre leurs attentes et l'approche artistique désirée, assurant une expérience client personnalisée.
Palliative Care Clinical Social Worker
Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center and Bon Secour Mary Immaculate Hospital
Portsmouth, USA
2018.01 - 2026.01
- I work as a Clinical Social Worker in the Palliative Care Department, at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center and Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital.
- I conduct initial assessments on patients who have received a Palliative Care consult for end-of-life planning.
- I have difficult conversations with patients and their loved ones, regarding their wishes regarding end-of-life planning and helping them to complete advance medical directives (AMD). The AMD establishes decision makers that the patient appoints.
- I assist patients and their family members with completing DO NOT RESUSCITATION documentation, including Durable DNR or the POST form.
- I offer support and counseling/therapy for patients and their loved ones as they come to terms with end-of-life decisions and planning.
- I work in an interdisciplinary team that includes RNs, NPs and an MD who is also serving as our Medical Director. I work very closely with other physicians, throughout the health system to ensure a solid collaborative effort to help patient's transition towards their end-of-life or preplanning if death is not imminent.
- Exécution rapide et efficace des tâches assignées.
- Contribution aux opérations quotidiennes en travaillant de manière efficace et productive avec tous les membres de l'équipe.
- Adaptabilité et efficacité dans l'apprentissage de nouveaux concepts.
- Résolution des problèmes et amélioration des opérations en fournissant un service exceptionnel.
- Développement de compétences interpersonnelles en établissant des relations positives avec les autres.
- Démonstration d'un sens du leadership en gérant des projets de la conception à la livraison.
Care Manager
Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth, USA
2018.01 - 2021.01
- Discharge planner at the hospital. Conduct initial assessments and actively discharge plan for the patients on my unit.
- Set up services needed to safely discharge a patient from the hospital (i.e. home health, equipment needed at home and skilled nursing facility referrals).
- Complete UAIs (Uniform Assessment Instrument) to help patients be set up with services post discharge.
Director of Social Services
Envoy of Westover Hills
Richmond, USA
2015.01 - 2018.01
- Managed the social work department in a 174-bed skilled nursing facility.
- Supervised a Social Worker and occasionally a social work student intern, in a Masters program.
- Conducted admission assessments and plan for safe discharges back to the community. Also, conducted meetings, care plan meetings, family meetings, hospice/end of life meeting with family members and interdisciplinary meetings to discuss issues and concerns with residents.
- Oversaw the facility grievance/concern process. Assisted other departments in the facility (i.e. admissions and business office).
- Completed Medicaid applications and Medicaid renewals. Also, complete daily documentation, weekly mandatory reports and audits. Also, interview potential new hires to determine appropriateness for employment within our skilled nursing facility.
Vice President
Downs Enterprise, LLC
Midlothian, USA
2012.01 - 2015.01
- Worked as the second in charge of running the business. Helping to set up the Board of Directors and identifying the right businesses to buy or invest.
Clinical Social Worker
VCU Health Systems
Richmond, USA
2007.01 - 2012.01
- Primarily worked as a Clinical Social Worker in Surgery Trauma ICU and the Burn Center; but also work other units and services in a coverage role. I conducted new patient assessments and facilitated family meetings with the Interdisciplinary Team on both, Surgery Trauma ICU and the Burn Center.
- I started the discharge planning process in establishing a tentative discharge plan with patient and/or their family. I maintained client records through detailed documentation through our online patient database (CERNER).
- I conducted family counseling, problem solving and bereavement counseling. I also worked closely with Child Protective Services, regarding pediatric cases in the burn unit.
Director of Social Services
Ruxton Health of Stratford Hills
Richmond, USA
2005.01 - 2007.01
- Managed the social services department in a 196-bed nursing facility.
- Supervised one social worker.
- Conducted initial assessments, care plan meetings and family meetings.
- Maintained detailed patient records and complete quarterly and annual reports on each resident.
- Facilitate discharge planning as well as setting up home health for individuals returning home.
- Investigate allegations of abuse and/or care concerns from residents and/or families.
VCU Student Intern
Communities in Schools
Richmond, USA
2004.01 - 2005.01
- Provided case management for a small number of students.
- Mentored 5 students, male and female.
- Maintained client records through detailed documentation.
- Wrote Individualized Services Plans.
- Co-facilitated 3 conflict resolution groups.
- Co-facilitated a 'Boys to Men' group.
- Attended student assessment team meetings weekly.
- Served as member of the Citizens Advisory Group.
Case Manager
Fan Free Clinic
Richmond, USA
2001.01 - 2005.01
- Managed a case load of 150+ individuals with HIV/AIDS.
- Conducted support groups.
- Provided individual, couples and family counseling.
- Wrote individualized service plans.
- Monitored clients closely and linked clients to various resources.
- Maintained client records through detailed documentation.
- Helped clients who were in crisis and got them back on track.
Residential Specialist
Cumberland Hospital
New Kent, USA
2001.01 - 2002.01
- Worked as a PRN staff.
- Maintained client records and administered medications to residents.
- Ensured security of the facility.
- Participated in recreational activities with the residents.
Shift Leader
Cumberland Hospital
New Kent, USA
2000.01 - 2001.01
- Worked primarily out of Cumberland Barton House (group home).
- Assisted in writing Individualized Service Plans.
- Served as supervisor to staff of 10 residential specialists.
- Served as treatment manager.
- Maintained client records and monitored medication administration.
- Helped to budget petty cash.
- Did shopping for group home.
- Responsible for scheduling staff.
- Created activity schedule for residents.
Residential Counselor
Henrico Mental Health
Glen Allen, USA
1999.01 - 2000.01
- Provided supportive counseling to consumers in their home and in the community.
- Wrote Individualized Service Plans.
- Maintained client records.
Shift Leader
Cumberland Hospital
New Kent, USA
1998.01 - 1999.01
- Worked primarily out of Cumberland Capital Cottage (group home).
- Wrote Individualized Service Plans.
- Served as treatment manager for the residents.
- Maintained client records and monitored medication administration.
- Assisted residents with their Activities of Daily Living.
Shift Coordinator
Emergency Shelter, Inc.
Richmond, USA
1998.01 - 1999.01
- Ran the shelter on a part-time basis during the weekends.
- Provided counseling when needed and documented each session.
House Manager
Emergency Shelter, Inc.
Richmond, USA
1996.01 - 1998.01
- Managed the overall upkeep of the Women's Transitional Program.
- Conducted basic life skills training (i.e. budgeting, housekeeping skills, time management and parenting skills).
- Managed the apartments for the transitional program.
- Conducted counseling when needed and documented in each resident's chart.
- Helped women and their children stop the cycle of homelessness.
Mental Retardation Training Specialist
Adult Care Services
Richmond, USA
1996.01 - 1996.12
- Trained individuals who were mentally challenged.
- Administered medications.
Volunteer
First Step
Harrisonburg, USA
1993.01 - 1993.12
- Counseled teenagers and used 'play therapy' with children (toddlers to 10 years of age).
Volunteer
Piedmont Geriatric Hospital
Burkeville, USA
1993.01 - 1993.12
- Developed programs and projects for elderly psychiatric patients.
Resident Advisor
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, USA
1991.01 - 1992.01
- Developed programs that were geared to the needs of first year male college students living in the dorm setting.
- Collaboration en équipe en communiquant, en partageant les idées et en mutualisant les efforts.
- Contribution aux opérations quotidiennes en travaillant de manière efficace et productive avec tous les membres de l'équipe.
Formation
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA 2009.01 - Actuel
Master of Social Work - Clinical
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia, USA 2003.01 - 1 2007
B.S. Degree - Psychology
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, Virginia, USA 1990.01 - 1 1994
Compétences
- Excellent communication skills
- Supervisory experience
- Computer skills
- Vast knowledge of community resources
- Knowledge of Medicaid Waiver
- Individual counseling skills
- Skills in conducting support groups
- Detailed documentation skills
- Experience with personality assessment tests
- Experience with cognitive/IQ assessment tests
- International and published professional photographer
- Autonomie
- Maîtrise des réseaux sociaux
Projets réalisés
- I have had several of my photography works published in high end global art magazines.
- Speaker at the 2008 National Association of Social Workers (NASW) National Conference and the 21st Annual Southern Region Burn Conference 2008.
- Co-authored the research article, 'Factors that Influence Retention and Professional Development of Social Workers'; published in the journal Administration in Social Work in April 2010.
- 2011 Inductee into PSI CHI: International Honor Society in Psychology.
- Nominated for the 'Social Worker of the Year' award, two years in a row; from the National Heart Association.
Personnalisé
Available upon request.
Langues
Anglais
Expérimenté (C2)
Français
Intermédiaire (B1)
Informations complémentaires
- Photographie
- Art
- Arts créatifs
- Passion pour le cinéma et la photographie
- Passion pour la photographie
Certificats
Masters in Clinical Social Work
Affiliations professionnelles
Dr. Vishwas Patel
Wendy Anthony, RN
Jennifer Morfeld, RN
Anthony Taylor Hale
Dr. Shasta Holston
Chronologie
Photographer
Lemmie M. Downs Photography
2023.01 - Actuel
Palliative Care Clinical Social Worker
Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center and Bon Secour Mary Immaculate Hospital
2018.01 - 2026.01
Care Manager
Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
2018.01 - 2021.01
Director of Social Services
Envoy of Westover Hills
2015.01 - 2018.01
Vice President
Downs Enterprise, LLC
2012.01 - 2015.01
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
Walden University
2009.01 - Actuel
Clinical Social Worker
VCU Health Systems
2007.01 - 2012.01
Director of Social Services
Ruxton Health of Stratford Hills
2005.01 - 2007.01
VCU Student Intern
Communities in Schools
2004.01 - 2005.01
Master of Social Work - Clinical
Virginia Commonwealth University
2003.01 - 1 2007
Case Manager
Fan Free Clinic
2001.01 - 2005.01
Residential Specialist
Cumberland Hospital
2001.01 - 2002.01
Shift Leader
Cumberland Hospital
2000.01 - 2001.01
Residential Counselor
Henrico Mental Health
1999.01 - 2000.01
Shift Leader
Cumberland Hospital
1998.01 - 1999.01
Shift Coordinator
Emergency Shelter, Inc.
1998.01 - 1999.01
House Manager
Emergency Shelter, Inc.
1996.01 - 1998.01
Mental Retardation Training Specialist
Adult Care Services
1996.01 - 1996.12
Volunteer
First Step
1993.01 - 1993.12
Volunteer
Piedmont Geriatric Hospital
1993.01 - 1993.12
Resident Advisor
James Madison University
1991.01 - 1992.01
B.S. Degree - Psychology
James Madison University
1990.01 - 1 1994