MICHAEL K. WAMBLES
Jack,AL
Summary
Committed to providing a holistic approach to client treatment, I develop a multi-disciplined strategy that caters to individual needs. Adhering to ethical and legal regulations established by Medicaid and other regulatory agencies, I create comprehensive support care for clients. Goal: ensure provision of services that effectively address unique requirements.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Pathway Inc
02.2025 - Current
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
Medicaid Waiver Case Manager
South Alabama Regional Council on Aging
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Facilitated connections between clients and community resources, promoting social integration and increased self-sufficiency.
- Maintained open lines of communication with all stakeholders involved in client care, fostering a collaborative approach to problem solving.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on policy changes.
- Enhanced quality of care for Medicaid Waiver clients through meticulous case management and documentation.
- Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks according to urgency while adhering to Medicaid guidelines.
- Developed strong working relationships with service providers that led to improved coordination of care for clients.
- Monitored progress towards established goals, making necessary adjustments to maximize success and well-being of clients.
Case Manager
Southeast Alabama Youth Services
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
Education
Master of Social Work - Direct Practice
Troy University
07-2024
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Troy University
05.2023
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Confidentiality adherence
- Care coordination
- Resource identification
- Case management software
- Paperwork and documentation
- Professional ethics
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Family engagement
- Life skills training
- Youth development
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker
- Mental Health First Aid Certification – Mental Health First Aid USA.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Alabama Certified Case Manager- Alabama Department of Mental Health, Office of Substance Use Treatment Services
- Mandated Reporter Training
Timeline
Therapist
Pathway Inc
02.2025 - Current
Medicaid Waiver Case Manager
South Alabama Regional Council on Aging
09.2024 - 02.2025
Case Manager
Southeast Alabama Youth Services
03.2023 - 08.2024
Master of Social Work - Direct Practice
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Troy University