Melanie Horton
Lexington,KY
Summary
Compassionate and Driven employee certified in Adult Peer Support Counseling and experienced Case Manager, accustomed to treating diverse patient needs while managing dynamic conditions. Collaborative professional possessing excellent clinical knowledge and judgment combined with strong documentation and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in managing emergent cases with poise.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Manager
WestCare
Pikeville, KY
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
- Monitored and kept meticulous records of patient treatment plans and progress.
- Developed trusting relationships with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies.
- Assisted individuals with eligibility for available benefits.
- Coordinated support services and optimized communication between healthcare workers and patients.
- Transitioned clients to different providers based on progress or needs.
- Communicated with legal services providers, social services agencies, and local judicial systems regarding cases.
Attorney
Law Office Melanie Fields Horton
Pikeville, KY
01.2005 - 01.2016
- Performed complex legal research to prepare for cases or arbitration.
- Prepared persuasive legal memoranda, motions and briefs synthesizing facts, evidence and legal authorities.
- Administered complex civil or criminal litigation in trial and appellate courts.
- Interpreted statutes, judicial decisions, and regulations applicable to assigned cases.
- Examined real estate titles and deeds to determine ownership interests.
- Represented clients at trial proceedings before judges or juries.
Education
J.D. - Law
Regent University School of Law
Virginia Beach, VA05-2004
Accounting And Business Management
University of Pikeville
Pikeville, KY05-2001
Skills
- Adult Peer Support Certification
- Excellent communication Skills
- Needs Assessment
- Case Management
- Community Outreach
- Resource Identification
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
Adult Peer Support Certification - 2024
Timeline
Case Manager
WestCare
03.2022 - 11.2023
Attorney
Law Office Melanie Fields Horton
01.2005 - 01.2016
J.D. - Law
Regent University School of Law
Accounting And Business Management
University of Pikeville