Lisa Simon
Stanley
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Certified Social Worker with extensive experience at Stanley Correctional Institution. Effective in multidisciplinary team collaboration and individual counseling. Skilled in conflict resolution and maintaining meticulous documentation. Ability to develop positive relationships with PIOCs and colleagues with a strong work ethic.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Stanley Correctional Institution
06.2003 - Current
- Enforce institution policies, rules, and procedures; as well as provide information to PIOC regarding all rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Work in a multi-disciplinary team, and communicate effectively and coordinate services with PSU, HSU, Chapel, and Security Staff on issues and concerns.
- Confer with Unit Managers/Security Supervisors and Social Workers to maintain consistent application of policies and procedures.
- Assess needs of PIOC to monitor and revise case plan to address PIOC’s goals and objectives.
- Provide counseling and facilitate programs.
- Accurately and timely document progress in social service records/COMPAS in compliance with rules and regulations.
- Timely complete duties of Social Worker such as: Paroles, RC, and Visiting requests.
- Work collaboratively with Probation and Parole Agents to develop plans to reintegrate inmates into the community where services and treatment are needed and necessary for successful completion of supervision.
Social Worker/Activity Assistant Coordinator
Victory Medical Center
06.1994 - 09.2002
- 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.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Advocated for clients' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
- Provided appropriate discharge planning for hospital patients.
- Assessed patients for nursing home placement and referred to appropriate facilities.
- Completed case plans and social histories on patients.
- Supervised interns or junior staff members, providing direction on best practices in social work and contributing to their professional growth as practitioners.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Mount Senario College
Ladysmith, WI05-1994
Skills
- Compassionate
- Efficient under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Self-awareness
- Assessment skills
- Individual and group counseling
- Mental health training
- Certified Social Worker
- Self Confidence
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Social Worker
Stanley Correctional Institution
06.2003 - Current
Social Worker/Activity Assistant Coordinator
Victory Medical Center
06.1994 - 09.2002
Bachelor of Social Work -
Mount Senario College
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