MARQUITA D. GATES
GA
Summary
Dedicated social worker focused on providing tailored social services to varied client demographics. Experienced in evaluating client strengths, advocating for necessary resources, and facilitating community support. Track record of enhancing client well-being through strategic interventions and conflict management. Proven ability to perform under pressure while maintaining exceptional service standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Counselor
Pathways Center
Lagrange, GA
08.2024 - Current
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Facilitated group and counseled clients with mental health, drug and alcohol addiction
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, communication skills, and living in balance.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
Client Support Specialist
ESS Education
Savannah, GA
12.2021 - Current
- Input client information into spreadsheets and company database to provide leaders with quick access to essential client data
- Delivered highest level of support, assistance and professionalism to each customer by phone and email at help desk and provided general support
Director of Social Services
Savannah Post Acute
Savannah, GA
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided emotional support and counseling to elderly patients and their families
- Facilitated communication between medical staff, family members, and other social service providers
- Advocated for the rights of seniors within the healthcare system
- Managed resident admissions and discharge and referrals to other facilities, home health agencies and hospice based on resident and family needs, preferences and resources
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs and developed individualized plans of care.
Social Services Assistant
Senior Citizens Inc
Savannah, GA
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided clients with emotional support and companionship while helping senior citizens age successfully
- Reviewed treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards
- Linked clients with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies to help claim or reclaim individual autonomy
Medical Social Worker - Intern
Candler Hospital
Savannah, GA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Participated in clinical assessments to help determine appropriate treatment options
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families
- Enhanced awareness of health resources and worked to connect individuals with programs
- Collaborated with clients to develop plan of action based on health goals
Case Manager Intern
St Mary’s health Center
Savannah, GA
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals
- Participated in outreach programs to promote healthy living
- Discussed available program services with potential participants and outlined procedures to facilitate smooth engagement in program processes
Social Work Intern
Senior Citizens Inc.
Savannah, GA
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained volunteer database to track and report statistics and measure success
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans
- Facilitated ongoing assessment of patient and family needs and oversaw implementation of interdisciplinary team plan of care
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Savannah State University
Savannah, GA05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Savannah State University
Savannah, GA05.2022
Skills
- Care logic and Point Click Care
- MDS and psychosocial assessments
- Long-term care management
- Crisis intervention and group therapy
- Youth crisis tactics
- Case management and referrals
- Detail orientation and deadline adherence
- Networking and relationship building
- Geriatric care strategies
- Substance abuse treatment
Activities
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
- Phi Alpha social work Honor Society
Timeline
Outpatient Counselor
Pathways Center
08.2024 - Current
Director of Social Services
Savannah Post Acute
10.2023 - 06.2024
Social Services Assistant
Senior Citizens Inc
02.2023 - 09.2023
Case Manager Intern
St Mary’s health Center
12.2022 - 04.2023
Medical Social Worker - Intern
Candler Hospital
08.2022 - 05.2023
Client Support Specialist
ESS Education
12.2021 - Current
Social Work Intern
Senior Citizens Inc.
06.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Savannah State University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Savannah State University
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