Liewawit Tafesse
Marriottsville,MD
Summary
Empathetic social worker with two years of experience in healthcare. Strong communicator with a talent for fostering trust, collaboration, and patient-centered support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Social Worker
Lorien Health Services
07.2024 - Current
- Oversaw a caseload of 100+ long-term care patients, addressing psychosocial needs, ensuring timely coordination of care, and support services.
- Facilitated safe discharges by developing individualized care plans and coordinating follow-up services, including home health, transportation, and equipment needs.
- Accurately completed MDS assessments in alignment with regulatory standards and care planning requirements.
Social Work Intern
University Of Maryland Medical System
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to identify and address the medical and social needs of patients.
- Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into the community
Resident Assistant
UMBC
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Mediated conflict resolution with roommates and other residence hall members to promote positive relationships.
- Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, MD07-2025
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD05-2024
Skills
- Bilingual
- EMR (Epic & Point Click Care)
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
Lorien Health Services
07.2024 - Current
Social Work Intern
University Of Maryland Medical System
09.2023 - 05.2024
Resident Assistant
UMBC
01.2021 - 05.2024
Master of Social Work - Clinical Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
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