Patient MSW with first-rate client advocacy skills and extensive knowledge of community resources. Offering 6 years of successful performance in social work roles. Recognized for compassionate demeanor and excellent social perceptiveness.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PATIENT NAVIGATOR
El Milagro Clinic
09.2022 - Current
Referred patients to appropriate health care services or resources
Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
In charge of mobile unit that provided health care to low income communities
Conducted surveys with patients to help meet basic needs
Supervised social work interns
Collected and reported data on topic, such as uber monthly reports and PHQ9s mental health assessments
Coordinated communication between patients, family members, medical staff, administrative staff, or regulatory agencies.
MASTERS OF SOCIAL WORK (MSW)
El Milagro Clinic
09.2019 - 03.2021
Worked under the guidance of the LPC and MD
Helped provide therapy to individuals and families
Provided individual and group therapy to patients
Helped identify triggers, create goals, and educated on positive coping skills
Worked closely with individual patients to set and achieve specific goals
Facilitated psychoeducational, therapeutic and support groups with supervision from social workers
Conducted psychological assessments to identify needs, assisting with appropriate treatment options
Provided case management and crisis intervention services to clients
Assisted with preparation of reports and case documentation
Reviewed and updated individualized treatment plans to meet client needs
Utilized referral networks and resources for clients in need of additional assistance
Maintained records of patient case history and added detailed reports to database
Recognized crisis situations, assessing potential danger to clients and other individuals
Met regularly with clients to support case plan accomplishment and reevaluate goals
Helped clients fill out job and housing applications and court documents
Collaborated with clients to develop relevant and meaningful case plans
Referred clients to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling
Interviewed clients to obtain social histories and assess intake needs
Implemented solutions using client-centered care protocols.
CASE MANAGER
Tropical Texas Behavioral Health
09.2019 - 10.2020
Implemented case management plans, provided assessments, and offered counseling and support
Liaised cross-functionally to develop comprehensive treatment support plans for patients
Participated in quality assurance review session and applied new strategies and techniques presented
Identified at-risk populations using approved screening tool and followed established reporting procedures.
SOCIAL WORK INTERN
Austin Oaks Hospital
01.2018 - 07.2018
Facilitated psychoeducational, therapeutic and support groups with supervision from social workers
Advised clients on legal issues, housing options, and other resources
Educated patients, caregivers and families about specific patient needs and treatment plans
Provided case management and crisis intervention services to clients
Maintained records of patient case history and added detailed reports to database
Consulted with mental health professionals regarding patients who required specialized treatment
Arranged for client transportation to physician and court appointments
Recognized crisis situations, assessing potential danger to clients and other individuals
Interviewed clients to obtain social histories and assess intake needs.
PROGRAM MANAGER
San Marcos Housing Authority
06.2016 - 09.2017
Collaborated with executive team to ensure program alignment with organizational objectives
Monitored and analyzed competitive threats to manage strategy and program tactics for driving results
Analyzed program performance and identified areas for improvement.
Education
MASTERS OF SOCIAL WORK (MSW) -
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
08.2018
Skills
Emotional Awareness
Microsoft Project
Patient Assessments
Trauma-Informed Care
Community Resources
Case Planning
Case Notes
Treatment Planning
Patient Intervention
Intervention Plans
Time Management
Client Empowerment
Accomplishments
Organized a fund-raiser for The Family Crisis Center (FCC) raised over $2,000 Dollars.
Raised money for the San Marcos Housing Authority, after school program by created a Go Fund Me and created 'Calming Kits' for children.
Created A Group Satisfaction Survey for Austin Oaks Hospital to help improve quality of care for patients.
References
Marisol Resendez, El Milagro Clinic, Executive Director, Professional Reference, 2020, (956) 213-6410, mresendez@milagroclinic.org
Zuleika Barco, El Milagro Clinic, LPC, Professional Reference, 2021, (956) 213-6441, zbarco@milagroclinic.org
Marcela Lozano, Outreach Supervisor, Professional Reference, 2023, (956) 213-6400, mlozano@milagroclinic.org
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PATIENT NAVIGATOR
El Milagro Clinic
09.2022 - Current
MASTERS OF SOCIAL WORK (MSW)
El Milagro Clinic
09.2019 - 03.2021
CASE MANAGER
Tropical Texas Behavioral Health
09.2019 - 10.2020
SOCIAL WORK INTERN
Austin Oaks Hospital
01.2018 - 07.2018
PROGRAM MANAGER
San Marcos Housing Authority
06.2016 - 09.2017
MASTERS OF SOCIAL WORK (MSW) -
Texas State University
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