Naomi Denton
St Louis,MO
Summary
Well-qualified social work professional adept at setting up services, working with healthcare professionals and families and giving patients continuous support through counseling and community resources. Good communicator and relationship-builder with exceptional skills in planning, resolving conflicts and solving diverse problems.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Social Worker
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
St Louis, MO
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, psychological, spiritual, social and cultural needs.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for each patient based on assessment findings and identified goals.
- Assisted inpatient clients with navigating the healthcare system, including making referrals and accessing community resources.
- Provided crisis intervention to individuals facing emotional distress or mental health issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans that meet the unique needs of each patient.
Oncology Social Worker
SLU Cancer Center
St Louis, MO
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Provided direct clinical social work services to individuals and families in a health setting.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
- QA Director of Accreditation for Cancer Center.
- Supervise and manage interns.
- Assist with grant writing and managing external grants.
- Participate in community advocacy events to raise awareness of various cancers.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
Mental Health Specialist
Adapt of Missouri
St Louis, MO
11.2017 - 12.2019
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans tailored to the needs of each client.
- Conducted mental health assessments, screenings, and diagnostic evaluations.
- Provided crisis intervention services in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate optimal care for clients.
- Provided referrals for additional resources or services when necessary.
- Assisted in developing action plans for individuals at risk of suicide or self-harm behaviors.
- Worked closely with community organizations to identify potential resources for clients.
- Participated in regular team meetings with other clinicians to discuss cases and review treatment plans.
Child Abuse Investigator
Missouri Children's Division
St Louis, MO
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Conducted interviews with children and families to gather information about potential abuse cases.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement and social service agencies to investigate suspected child abuse incidents.
- Assessed situations involving allegations of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse of minors.
- Developed safety plans for at-risk children and monitored compliance with court orders.
- Prepared reports summarizing the findings of investigations into alleged child abuse cases.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss ongoing investigations and best practices.
Social Services Assistant
McLean County Nursing Home
Normal, IL
06.2015 - 10.2016
- Developed plans of care based on assessments of clients' needs and resources available.
- Participated in team meetings with other social service professionals to discuss best practices.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to identify individual needs and specific social services necessary to address identified objectives and goals.
- Coordinated specific psychosocial resources to meet members' identified needs.
Residential Clinician
Chestnut Health Systems
Bloomington, IL
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of youth to identify needs, strengths, and resources.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients in collaboration with other providers.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups with clients on topics such as anger management, grief and loss, substance use prevention.
- Monitored client progress toward goals set in the treatment plan through regular reviews.
- Provided crisis intervention services to de-escalate situations and ensure safety of clients and staff.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Missouri - St Louis
St Louis, MO12-2019
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05-2014
Skills
- Assessing needs
- Gathering referrals
- Educating families
- Coaching patients
- Coordinating services
- Conducting assessments
- Clinical Documentation
- Discharge Planning
- Suicide Prevention
Timeline
Inpatient Social Worker
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
09.2023 - Current
Oncology Social Worker
SLU Cancer Center
01.2020 - 08.2023
Mental Health Specialist
Adapt of Missouri
11.2017 - 12.2019
Child Abuse Investigator
Missouri Children's Division
12.2016 - 11.2017
Social Services Assistant
McLean County Nursing Home
06.2015 - 10.2016
Residential Clinician
Chestnut Health Systems
09.2014 - 06.2015
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Missouri - St Louis
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville