Nasina Ellis
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Motivated former social worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocates for clients and advances change for communities in need.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Shopper
Instacart
02.2022 - Current
- Orchestrated flawless delivery of grocery orders with 4.98 of 5 star accuracy rating; optimized daily schedule to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
- Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using shortest, most efficient route.
Child and Family Therapist
Sea Mar Community Health Centers
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted comprehensive intakes for 30+ clients, leading to correct diagnoses and personalized interventions that boosted client well-being.
Clinician
Catholic Community Services
06.2020 - 04.2021
- Assessed mental health needs of 15+ children and families in mental health crisis, resulting in accurate diagnoses and tailored interventions that improved client and family mental health and functioning.
- De-escalated client and family crises, resulting in reduction of client harm to self and others in 10+ crisis situations.
Intern
Real Life Counseling
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted thorough assessments for 15+ children and families, leading to appropriate diagnoses and personalized interventions that enhanced client and family well-being.
- Increased company’s outreach abilities by providing school-based services.
- Reviewed case files to better assess client needs and proper course of treatment.
- Maintained high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and company regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date clinical documentation via electronic recordkeeping systems.
Milieu Counselor
Morrison Child & Family Services
11.2018 - 06.2020
- Exercised empathetic listening skills to build rapport with clients.
- Engaged clients in structured recreational activities that supported social skill development while maintaining a positive therapeutic environment for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services, effectively deescalating tense situations and promoting the safety of all involved parties.
Intern
The Pathfinder Network
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Connected 15+ case management clients to necessary health and human services
- Co-facilitated 2 parenting groups for DHS-involved and criminal justice- involved parents, resulting in parenting education for 30+ families.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments - Connected 30+ clients to services who were previously unable to be reached
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
Social Services Assistant
Looking Glass Community Services
06.2015 - 08.2018
- Safeguarded and provided care for residential clients during daily activities
- Led multiple organizational and administrative projects that led to increased efficiency of residential operations.
- Contributed to program evaluations by tracking client outcomes and providing feedback on areas for improvement.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Portlad State University
Portland, OR06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.2015
Skills
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organization
- Decision-making
- Microsoft Office
- Internet/social media skills
Timeline
Personal Shopper
Instacart
02.2022 - Current
Child and Family Therapist
Sea Mar Community Health Centers
05.2021 - 02.2022
Clinician
Catholic Community Services
06.2020 - 04.2021
Intern
Real Life Counseling
09.2019 - 05.2020
Milieu Counselor
Morrison Child & Family Services
11.2018 - 06.2020
Intern
The Pathfinder Network
09.2018 - 06.2019
Social Services Assistant
Looking Glass Community Services
06.2015 - 08.2018
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Portlad State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Oregon
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