Natalie Gray
Tampa,FL
Summary
Passionate and dedicated social worker with a strong desire for professional development and growth. Skilled in providing compassionate care and support to individuals, families, and groups. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans. Proven ability in case management, utilizing a client-centered approach to achieve positive outcomes and established goals. Exceptional interpersonal skills, fostering strong rapport and trust with clients. Committed to continuous learning and self-improvement to enhance skills and deliver the highest quality of care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Supportive Counselor Intern
Children's Home Network
Tampa, FL
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted family assessments utilizing NCFAS
- Case management with an emphasis on supportive counseling
- Weekly home visits with families to track progress of referrals and interventions
- Development of Family Support Plans
- Documentation in MyEvolv
- Weekly supervision to enhance professional skills and knowledge base
- Liaison for caregivers
- Conducting school meetings
- Referrals to community resources
- Advocate for caregivers and children
- Weekly trainings for NCFAS and Family Support Planning
- Participation in caregiver support groups
- Attendance at monthly Community Partners Meeting
Childbirth & Postpartum Doula
Self-Employed
White Salmon, WA
06.2010 - 03.2020
- Supporting families in the development of a personalized Birth Plan
- Childbirth Educator
- Provided emotional and physical support to pregnant women throughout labor, delivery, and postpartum period
- Community Networker
- Liaison between family and hospital staff
- Participation in trainings and workshops to advance skills and knowledge of childbirth and breastfeeding
- Supportive counselor to family post traumatic birth experience
- Provided resources to families regarding postpartum depression, pelvic floor repair, and breastfeeding complications
- Collaboration with community birth workers
- Advocate for family's wishes regarding their birth experience
Education
Masters - Social Work
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY04-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH01-2021
Skills
- Direct and Positive Communicator
- Active Listening Skills
- Advocate for Social Justice, Client Self-Determination, Client Rights, and Child Safety
- Empathetic to Client's Needs
- Team Collaborator
- Experience with Children and Families who have been Impacted by Trauma
- Ability to Build Strong Rapport with Clients
- Understanding of SOAP Notes and SMART Goals
- Skilled in Observational Assessment
- Extensive Experience in MyEvolv Documentation
- Comprehensive NCFAS Assessment Skills
- Understanding of Resources in Hillsborough County
- Ability to Establish Personal and Professional Boundaries
- Mandated Reporter Training
- Dedicated to my Personal and Professional Development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Supportive Counselor Intern
Children's Home Network
08.2023 - 04.2024
Childbirth & Postpartum Doula
Self-Employed
06.2010 - 03.2020
Masters - Social Work
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
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