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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

10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications

Work History

School Based Therapist

Catholic Charities
Sioux City, IA
01.2025 - Current
  • 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 Therapist

Rosecrance Treatment Center
Sioux City, IA
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Provided individual and group therapy sessions addressing substance abuse recovery challenges.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards for client records.
  • Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance comprehensive care delivery.
  • Maintained accurate case notes reflecting client progress and therapeutic interventions employed.
  • Reduced relapse rates by providing comprehensive aftercare support and resources for clients transitioning to independent living.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and their families.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
  • Facilitated psycho-educational groups teaching coping skills and relapse prevention techniques.

Intern

Council Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
Sioux City, IA
04.2019 - 12.2019
  • Individual therapy
  • Created group therapies
  • Streamlined resource referral processes, improving timely access to essential services for clients.
  • Utilized trauma-informed care approaches in all interactions with clients seeking assistance.
  • Provided compassionate support to clients experiencing sexual assault and domestic violence.
  • Conducted intake assessments to determine client needs and appropriate resources available.
  • Facilitated educational workshops focused on prevention strategies and community resources access.

Tech

Boys and Girls Home
Sioux City, IA
01.2018 - 01.2019

Part time

  • Run meetings and groups with adolescents ages 5 to 16,
  • Provided appropriate paperwork as well as excellent documentation skills.
  • Speaking with families
  • Work one on one with counselors.

Substance Abuse Counselor

Transitional Services of Iowa
Sioux City, IA
01.2018 - 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.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to substance abuse counseling.
  • 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 when necessary.
  • 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.

Recovery Counselor

Jackson Recovery Centers
Sioux City, IA
11.2015 - 06.2017
  • Provided individual counseling sessions to support clients in their recovery journey.
  • Enhanced client engagement by implementing creative therapeutic techniques tailored to individual needs.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices such as motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
  • Maintained accurate case notes reflecting client progress and therapeutic interventions employed.
  • Facilitated group therapy discussions to promote peer support and shared experiences.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and develop effective treatment plans.

Education

Masters of Social Work - Social Work

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD
05-2024

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Mental Health Assessments
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention techniques
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Behavioral therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Grief counseling
  • Strengths-based practices
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Case management
  • Case needs assessments
  • Medicaid applications
  • Community outreach
  • Outreach expert
  • Safety planning
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Empathy building
  • Behavior improvement plans
  • Treatment plans
  • Domestic violence training

Affiliations

Council Sexual Assault Domestic Violence (2018-2019)

Certification

Mandatory Child and Dependent Abuse Reporter Training

Education and Training

other

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

School Based Therapist

Catholic Charities
01.2025 - Current

Behavioral Health Social Worker

MercyOne
12.2020 - 12.2024

Substance Abuse Therapist

Rosecrance Treatment Center
06.2020 - 08.2020

Intern

Council Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
04.2019 - 12.2019

Tech

Boys and Girls Home
01.2018 - 01.2019

Substance Abuse Counselor

Transitional Services of Iowa
01.2018 - 01.2019

Recovery Counselor

Jackson Recovery Centers
11.2015 - 06.2017

Masters of Social Work - Social Work

University of South Dakota