Madalyn Guthrie
Butler,PA
Summary
Invested candidate dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interests of clients. Expertise in communication and organization. Respectful and compassionate professional 4-year background serving community by providing guidance for clients in need.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caseworker 1
Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services
01.2023 - Current
- Facilitated client support groups to provide resources and assistance.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Met with clients one on one to evaluate progress with treatment plans.
- Transported clients to and from appointments and outings.
- Assisted with scheduling appointments.
- Ensured that clients followed probation guidelines.
- Worked on medication management goals by passing medications per physician's orders.
Care Specialist
Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services
03.2022 - Current
- Provide care and assists individuals with various mental health diagnoses with activities of daily living.
- Facilitated client support groups to provide resources and assistance.
- Transport to social and recreational activities.
- Help to maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
- Talk residents through their challenges & encourage them to work on their treatment goals.
- Positively interacted with residents, which helped to demonstrate proper behavior and communication.
- Documents resident behavior, progress, and activities of daily living.
Direct Support Professional
The Arc Of Butler County
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of clients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Pennsylvania Western University
08.2024
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Butler County Community College
Butler, PA12.2023
Skills
- Client Interaction
- Highly Effective Communication
- Conflict resolution
- Client advocacy
- Behavioral observation
- Empathy and compassion
- Active listening
Certification
- Clearances and background checks up to date.
- CPR Certified.
- Medication administration certified.
- CPI Certified.
Timeline
Caseworker 1
Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services
01.2023 - Current
Care Specialist
Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services
03.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
The Arc Of Butler County
12.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Pennsylvania Western University
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Butler County Community College
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