Morgan Trometer
Sioux City,IA
Summary
Compassionate social worker with several years of comprehensive experience providing social services to various groups of people to aid with day-to-day issues. Well-versed in assessing client strengths, advocating for client resources and conducting thorough home and community visits. Kind and respectful professional with demonstrated conflict resolution skills and strong decision-making abilities.
Overview
9
9
Certifications
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker Case Manager
UnityPoint Hospital
Sioux City, IA
06.2026 - Current
- Engaged in professional development through attending seminars and
workshops. - Coordinated referrals to outside agencies for additional services such as
substance abuse programs or vocational training and nursing home placements. - Collaborated with family members to strengthen support networks for clients,
fostering a holistic care approach. - Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
- Educated patients and caregivers on community resources and post-acute level
of care criteria, benefits and coverage. - Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote social skills and coping strategies.
- Streamlined referrals to community services and support programs, improving clients' access to essential assistance.
- Educated clients on available healthcare resources and entitlements.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support during challenging situations.
- Collaborated with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Created and updated resource lists for client support.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of client needs and resources.
School based therapist
Catholic Charities
Sioux City, IA
01.2025 - 06.2026
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions for students with emotional challenges.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop supportive classroom strategies for students.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated crisis intervention and conflict resolution, enhancing safety and emotional stability for at-risk youth.
- Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans with families, ensuring tailored support and progress tracking for each student.
- Maintained detailed documentation of therapy sessions and student progress records.
- Educated parents on mental health topics and available community resources.
- Created educational materials to educate staff members on relevant mental health topics.
- Consulted with teachers on interventions for diverse student behaviors, fostering collaborative approaches to support student well-being.
- Implemented evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness techniques.
Behavioral Health Social Worker
MercyOne
Sioux City, Iowa
12.2020 - 12.2024
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive support services, enhancing client care.
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to necessary resources.
- Documented case notes and maintained accurate client records.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support in urgent situations.
- Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in navigating community resources for housing, food, and transportation, improving access to essential services.
- Engaged in professional development through attending seminars and workshops.
- Coordinated referrals to outside agencies for additional services such as substance abuse programs or vocational training and nursing home placements.
- Collaborated with family members to strengthen support networks for clients, fostering a holistic care approach.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
- Educated patients and caregivers on community resources and post-acute level of care criteria, benefits and coverage.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Transitional Services of Iowa
Sioux City, IA
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Facilitated individual counseling sessions for clients battling substance abuse issues.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and needs.
- Conducted group therapy sessions that fostered peer support and enhanced recovery education.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care strategies.
- Educated clients and families about addiction, recovery resources, and coping skills.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records in compliance with regulations.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute distress.
- Engaged in professional development sessions to improve counseling techniques for substance abuse.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation met state regulations and standards of practice.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care.
- Referred clients to appropriate outside agencies.
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups addressing relapse prevention, anger management, and communication skills to equip participants with essential coping tools.
- Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills, and community resources.
- Identified problem areas impacting participants' ability to successfully complete treatment.
Education
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2024
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health assessments
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Behavioral therapy
- Group therapy specialist
- Substance abuse counseling
- Grief counseling
- Strengths-based therapy
- Evidence-based practices
- Case management
- Case needs assessments
- Medicaid applications
- Community outreach
- Outreach expert
- Safety planning
- Professional development
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Empathy building
- Behavior improvement plans
- Domestic violence training
- Substance abuse counseling
- Care coordination
- Group therapy facilitation
- Client advocacy
- Resources navigation
- Collaborative problem solving
- Outreach services
- Mental health education
Affiliations
Council Sexual Assault Domestic Violence (2018-2019)
Certification
Mandatory Child and Dependent Abuse Reporter Training
References
Jennifer Gravenish
Phone: 712-221-0684
Email: jennifer.gravenish3@gmail.com
Wendy Olson
Phone: 712-560-2401
Email: wendy.olson@unitypoint.org
Dr. Brandon Vanhessche
Phone: 402-290-2759
Timeline
Social Worker Case Manager
UnityPoint Hospital
06.2026 - Current
School based therapist
Catholic Charities
01.2025 - 06.2026
Behavioral Health Social Worker
MercyOne
12.2020 - 12.2024
Substance Abuse Counselor
Transitional Services of Iowa
01.2016 - 01.2019
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
University of South Dakota