Maria Shaw
Lee's Summit,MO
Summary
Versatile Licensed Master Social Worker with a strong background in medical social work, behavioral health referral, and family support. Delivered individualized service plans, community resource referrals, and compliance-focused social services in fast-paced care settings. Ready to strengthen patient outcomes through collaborative, organized care coordination.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
PRN Licensed Master Social Worker
BJC Saint Lukes
Kansas City, MO
05.2022 - 10.2026
- Assessed patient psychosocial needs across BJC Saint Luke's inpatient care settings, enhancing individualized care planning.
- Worked with nurses, physicians, and case management teams on discharge plans that supported continuity of care.
- Connected patients with community resources, housing support, and behavioral health services, addressing specific identified needs.
- Entered social work assessments and care plans accurately in electronic medical records.
Part Time Licensed Master Social Worker
HCA Belton Regional Hospital
Belton , MO
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Evaluated clients and formulated individualized service plans outlining short-term and long-term goals.
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts, ensuring seamless continuity of care for clients.
- Facilitated referrals to external agencies, ensuring clients accessed necessary services beyond internal offerings.
- Educated patients and caregivers on community resources and post-acute care options, enhancing understanding of benefits and coverage.
Director of Social Services
Kingswood Retirement Health Center
Kansas City, Missouri
12.2017 - 11.2019
- Coordinated resident psychosocial assessments for retirement health center care planning.
- Facilitated meetings between clients and families and other professionals involved in their care.
- Monitored program activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provided direct service and support by handling referrals for advocacy issues or resolving complaints.
- Maintained compliance with health center social service policies and procedures.
Education
Master of Arts - MSW Social Work
The University of Kansas City Missouri
Kansas City, MO05-2015
Skills
- Psychosocial assessment
- Discharge planning
- Care coordination
- Case management
- Crisis intervention
- Community resource referral
- Epic charting
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Behavioral health support
- Social work services
- Multicultural competence
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker ( Missouri)
Timeline
PRN Licensed Master Social Worker
BJC Saint Lukes
05.2022 - 10.2026
Part Time Licensed Master Social Worker
HCA Belton Regional Hospital
11.2019 - 04.2022
Director of Social Services
Kingswood Retirement Health Center
12.2017 - 11.2019
Master of Arts - MSW Social Work
The University of Kansas City Missouri