Megan Dehm
Garden City,MO
Summary
Talented Social Worker adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operates in high-pressure environments while recommending best resources and courses of action to benefit patient needs and return each to optimal quality of life. Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and teamwork skills and committed to inspiring community service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Case Manager
Research Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Arranged outpatient services including hospice, home health, IV antibiotics, tube feedings, and DME for patients.
- Primary population focused on included oncology patients.
- Partnered with physicians, nurses, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans to transition clients to appropriate service providers in community.
- Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to determine timely delivery of services.
- Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations, and procedural costs.
- Utilized trauma-informed approach to promote healing and empowerment for clients.
- Evaluated treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
Pediatric Home Health Aid
Helpers Inc.
03.2015 - Current
- Offered care to child with both physical and mental disabilities.Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.Traveled to clients' homes to provide healthcare services and promote continuity of care.Assisted patients with dressing, grooming, and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.Administered medication as directed by physician.Provided direct personal care.Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.Provided patients with assistance in completing such tasks as bathing and dressing, effectively reducing daily burden on family members.Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
Master of Social Work Intern
VA Medical Center
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Identified treatment goals with Veterans struggling with alcohol and substance abuse based on individual diagnosis and history.Worked with geriatric Veterans and Veterans in inpatient rehab by offering support and providing connections to proper resources.Supported Veterans who have experienced spinal cord injuries by ensuring safety, identifying needs, and connecting them to proper resources.Upheld strict security procedures to maintain data confidentiality.Communicated effectively with staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.Enhanced collaboration between team members by preparing meeting materials and taking clear notes to distribute to stakeholdersReviewed journals and various recourse actions to collect information on resources for legal issues experienced by Veterans.Maximized productivity by analyzing protocols and identifying areas for improvement.
Internship Student
Social Services Department
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Participated in assessment processes during child abuse and neglect calls.Provided necessary resources and support to children and families in need.Educated staff on risks of lead exposure and lead poisoning for children in the community.Participated in multi-disciplinary meetings for children involved in the foster care system.Collaborated with community resources to assist families and children dealing with substance abuse.Searched at library and in scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects.Enhanced collaboration between team members by preparing meeting materials and taking clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KSBachelor of Science And/with Education Degree - Elementary Education
Park University
Parkville, MOSocial Work
Park University
Parkville, MO05.2021
Skills
- Grant Writing
- Discharge Planning
- Treatment Planning
- Client Needs Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Management
- Research and Analysis
- Conflict Resolution
- Set Organizational Policies
Timeline
Social Work Case Manager
Research Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
Master of Social Work Intern
VA Medical Center
08.2020 - 05.2021
Internship Student
Social Services Department
09.2019 - 05.2020
Pediatric Home Health Aid
Helpers Inc.
03.2015 - Current
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Johnson County Community College
Bachelor of Science And/with Education Degree - Elementary Education
Park University
Social Work
Park University