Lorna Kirby
Raritan,NJ
Summary
Social worker with extensive experience in psychotherapy, geriatric care management, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in evaluating mental health needs, developing treatment plans, and delivering compassionate support, ensuring effective transitions for patients and families in various healthcare environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Skilled Nursing Social Worker
Fellowship Life
Basking Ridge, NJ
09.2022 - Current
- Provide Geriatric Care Management and discharge planning
- Facilitated transitions for patients/residents and families in level of care needs
- Delivered support and counseling services to patients/residents and families
- Coordinated daily operations alongside Director of Social Services
- Manage Health Insurance claim requests Sub-Acute and Long-Term Care Policies
Social Worker Per Diem
Social Work p.r.n.
Hackensack, NJ
09.2021 - Current
- Managed long term care and sub acute care planning to optimize patient outcomes
- Established performance role in various skilled nursing home placements to enhance service delivery
- Ensured accurate and timely record keeping, including MDS and charting, to support compliance and quality standards
- Negotiated contracts with Fellowship Village to provide skilled nursing services, Genesis HealthCare and other LTC facilities
Outpatient Therapist (Part-time)
Ellie Mental Health 50 Vreeland Drive
Skillman, NJ
06.2025 - 07.2026
- Assessed mental health diagnoses and developed tailored treatment plans while conducting effective therapy sessions.
- Conducted assessments to develop tailored treatment plans for clients.
- Delivered individual, family, and group therapy to promote understanding and acceptance of mental health care
- Provided individual therapy sessions for diverse client needs and backgrounds.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care.
Social Service Consultant
Genesis HealthCare Summit Ridge
West Orange, NJ
11.2022 - 11.2025
- Managed operations of Social Services department, enhancing service delivery and support for clients
- Led facility through two successful annual NJ State surveys, resulting in positive evaluations
- Facilitated smooth transition of facility ownership, ensuring compliance and continuity of care
Director of Social Services
Country Arch Care Center
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Reestablished family engagement and support within facility
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during treatment patients/residents and families
- Utilized electronic resources to enhance community connections for residents
- Transitioned building to operational status post-COVID-19 crisis
Director of Social Services
Complete Care
Bridgewater, NJ
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed operations of Social Services department, enhancing service delivery and team collaboration
- Led facility through two successful annual NJ State surveys, maintaining compliance and quality standards
- Facilitated smooth transition of facility ownership, ensuring minimal disruption to services
Social Service Specialist
Genesis HealthCare Summit Ridge
West Orange, NJ
09.2011 - 02.2019
- Conducted assessments to determine client needs and eligibility for programs.
- Developed individualized service plans in collaboration with clients and families.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and support services.
- Assisted Director of Social Services with operational tasks, ensuring efficient service delivery.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick05-2011
Skills
- Mental health assessment
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Geriatric care management
- Clinical planning
- Crisis intervention
- Empathetic listening
- Crisis intervention
Personal Information
Title: LSW
Certification
Certified Trauma Professional 2026, Licensed Social Worker 2011, Certificate in Gerontology 2011, Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (not current) 2005, Illness Management and Recovery Practitioner (IMR) 2005
AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS/VOLUNTEER WORK -
Stein Hospice, Hospice Volunteer, Somerset, NJ, 2010, 2011
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist (Part-time)
Ellie Mental Health 50 Vreeland Drive
06.2025 - 07.2026
Social Service Consultant
Genesis HealthCare Summit Ridge
11.2022 - 11.2025
Skilled Nursing Social Worker
Fellowship Life
09.2022 - Current
Social Worker Per Diem
Social Work p.r.n.
09.2021 - Current
Director of Social Services
Country Arch Care Center
04.2021 - 07.2021
Director of Social Services
Complete Care
02.2019 - 02.2020
Social Service Specialist
Genesis HealthCare Summit Ridge
09.2011 - 02.2019
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey