Lesly James-White, LMSW
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Highly skilled and experienced Senior Social Worker with outstanding work history and professionalism. Outspoken with direct and effective communication skills lending to my continuous efforts to advocate for those who need a voice. Uniquely qualified Leader with 17 years of professional education, experience and leadership.
Professional social worker with experience in healthcare settings, specializing in patient advocacy and resource coordination. Skilled in crisis intervention, case management, and emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving outcomes under changing circumstances. Valued for empathy, adaptability, and communication skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Social Worker/ Behavioral Health Supervisor
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
01.2020 - Current
- Resource navigation and referral
- Strengthened relationships between the hospital and community partners by serving as a liaison on joint initiatives to improve patient care.
- Contributed to program development by identifying gaps in service provision and proposing new initiatives based on emerging best practices in medical social work.
- Conducted training sessions for new social workers, enhancing team's overall competency and care quality.
- Streamlined discharge process, ensuring patients had smooth transition from hospital to home care.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Interdisciplinary team meetings/collaboration
- Case Management
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Offered crisis intervention services to address urgent concerns related to mental health, substance abuse, or domestic violence issues.
- Developed cultural competence through ongoing professional development opportunities, providing culturally sensitive services to diverse patient populations.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team collaboration for optimal patient care through regular case conferences and communication.
- Supported ethical decision-making processes among healthcare teams by providing guidance on complex cases involving end-of-life care or medical ethics dilemmas.
- Placement arrangement and facilitation
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy
Senior Social Worker
Conway Regional Health Women’s Center
06.2016 - 01.2020
- Maintained detailed case documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state regulations and agency policies.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions tailored to individual client needs, promoting positive change in behavior patterns and thought processes.
- Liaison for state agents involved/agencies patient involvement
- Adoptions facilitation and management
- Perinatal Bereavement Coordinator
- Safe Sleep Coordinator
- Certified Car Seat Specialist
- Staff Educator for Women’s Health
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of social work.
- Advocated for clients'' rights and needs, ensuring access to essential services and support systems.
- Provided crisis intervention, de-escalating volatile situations and connecting individuals with emergency services when necessary.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing personalized treatment plans.
- Educated clients about available community resources, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care options.
Social Worker
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
06.2008 - 03.2016
- 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.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Promoted a culture of self-care and professional development among colleagues, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged ongoing growth and learning.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute mental health or substance abuse issues.
- Assisted clients in navigating the legal system, attending court hearings as needed and providing support throughout the process.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Mentored junior social workers, enhancing their professional development and skills growth.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Our Lady of the Lake University
San Antonio, TX06.2020
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, AR06.2005
Skills
- RTS Bereavement Training and certification
- Annual CPI Certification
- Case Management and UR Training
- Joint Commission Compliance training
- Proficient in Microsoft office, Google Docs and Sunrise
- Interdisciplinary coordination
- Group therapy
- Substance abuse counseling
- EPIC training and certification
- Cerner and Meditech, Sunrise, Power-chart training
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Various therapy modalities treatments
- Grief support
Timeline
Medical Social Worker/ Behavioral Health Supervisor
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
01.2020 - Current
Senior Social Worker
Conway Regional Health Women’s Center
06.2016 - 01.2020
Social Worker
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
06.2008 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Master of Social Work -
Our Lady of the Lake University
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