L. Renee Franklin, MSW
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority
4919 Jamestown Ave, Baton Rouge 70808
06.2015 - Current
- Worked closely with director to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Trained and mentored new employees on office practices and business operations.
- Reviewed proposed regulatory changes and evaluated potential impacts on business operations.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Processed all registered,certified,and licensed addiction counselors initial testing and renewal applications.
- Assist over 500 applicants per quarter meet state of Louisiana eligibility requirements to become substance abuse counselors.
Social Work Intern
St. Christopher Wellness Addiction Center
150 Cora Dr, Baton Rouge, 70815
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Facilitated and Co-facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
Mental Health Specialist ( Remote)
Lighthouse Community Care Inc
8786 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge LA
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Communicated with clients to develop social and psychiatric observations.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Provided PSR and CSPT services
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss what was happening in day-to-day life in order to help each person develop insight into personal experiences and relationships
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
Social Work Intern
O'Brien House
446 N. 12 St. Baton Rouge, LA
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Documented services provided meticulously by keeping accurate records of activities, interactions and conversations..
- Assisted clients with dual-diagnoses such as substance use disorder and mental Health disorder.
- Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
- Co-facilitated group counseling sessions each week.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated client follow-ups.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis and progress notes.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
Social Work Intern
The Grove Recovery Center
5311 Dijon Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Co-Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting with alcohol and drug users.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2021
Skills
- Financial Management
- Time Management
- Client Meetings
- Schedule Management
- Clerical Support
- Data Security
- Psychosocial Evaluations
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Motivational Interviewing
- Records Management
- Case Notes
- Database Management
- Coping Strategies
Timeline
Social Work Intern
St. Christopher Wellness Addiction Center
01.2023 - 08.2023
Mental Health Specialist ( Remote)
Lighthouse Community Care Inc
03.2022 - 02.2023
Social Work Intern
O'Brien House
07.2021 - 06.2022
Social Work Intern
The Grove Recovery Center
01.2021 - 06.2021
Assistant Director
Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority
06.2015 - Current
Master of Science - Social Work
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Liberty University