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Natalie Azevedo

Springfield,MO

Summary

Motivated 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, advocate for clients and advance change for communities in need.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychiatric Social Worker

CoxHealth Systems
01.2021 - Current
  • Completing psychosocial assessments with patients within 72 hours of their inpatient admission.
  • Developed and implemented detailed pre-discharge plans for clients soon to be reintegrated into community.
  • Offered therapeutic services and crises intervention to current patients.
  • Maintained client records to document assessment, treatment plans and progress.
  • Collaborated with mental health professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.

Behavioral Interventionist Case Coordinator

FosterAdopt Connect
06.2018 - 12.2020
  • Coordinating relationship between client referrals and in-home Behavioral Interventionists
  • Determining eligibility of clients for the program, completing quarterly meetings and ensuring all contracts are up to date and renewed
  • Hiring part-time employees, conducting monthly staff meetings and monthly supervisions with part time employees
  • Conducting new-hire and on-going training for part-time employees and conducting monthly staff meetings

Family Development Advocate

FosterAdopt Connect
06.2016 - 06.2018
  • Licensing relative and kinship, conducting and writing home studies, organizing training calendar and scheduling trainings, organizing respite events and advocating for families.
  • Delivered friendly service and offered expert support in every interaction.
  • Conducted pre-screening activities to determine eligibility for supportive services.

Assistant Program Coordinator

Home Court Advantage
05.2015 - 04.2018
  • Managing front office and managing client’s yearly appointments
  • Auditing files, auditing monthly paperwork
  • Scheduling and conduction interviews as well as training and interacting with new staff
  • Daily interaction and recreation therapy with clients.

Child Care Staff

First Baptist Church
08.2014 - 05.2015
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.

Teaching Assistant

Espree Child Learning Center
05.2013 - 08.2013
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.

Education

Masters of Social Work -

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO

Bachelors of Social Work - undefined

Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO

Skills

  • Psychosocial Assessments
  • Networking with Staff
  • Strengths-Based Practices
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Coordinate Service Referrals
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Interdisciplinary Teamwork
  • Career Development

Certification

  • LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Timeline

Psychiatric Social Worker

CoxHealth Systems
01.2021 - Current

Behavioral Interventionist Case Coordinator

FosterAdopt Connect
06.2018 - 12.2020

Family Development Advocate

FosterAdopt Connect
06.2016 - 06.2018

Assistant Program Coordinator

Home Court Advantage
05.2015 - 04.2018

Child Care Staff

First Baptist Church
08.2014 - 05.2015

Teaching Assistant

Espree Child Learning Center
05.2013 - 08.2013

Masters of Social Work -

Missouri State University

Bachelors of Social Work - undefined

Southwest Baptist University

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