Paula Norris
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Passionate about building trust and rapport with clients through a non-judgmental approach, patient demeanor and compassionate interpersonal skills. Skillful in needs, evaluation, and treatment planning.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
MSW Social Worker Intern
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
Tucson , AZ
2021.08 - 2022.05
- Completed Uniformed Biopsychosocial Assessments on veteran and caregiver for qualification requirements for Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers
- Provided Psychoeducation about end of life matters to Veterans and families
- Co-facilitated Suicide Prevention Planning group, assisted Veterans with writing their own suicide safety plan
MSW Social Work Intern
Sister Jose Women Center
Tucson , AZ
2021.01 - 2021.08
- Performed client screenings and recorded data in Tucson/Pima Homeless Management Information System and case files to facilitate clinical case coordination services and case management duties
- Managed over 30 clients per day. Provided referrals to community outreach programs to help clients gain independence and assessed clients to determine appropriate interventions and measurable goals
Sergeant/Office Manager
Army
Schofield Barracks , HI
2003.09 - 2006.09
- Performed day-to-day administrative tasks as of 370 personnel; responsible for all matters pertaining to Plans and Operations, policies, training, orientation, schools and operational security
- Processed all enlisted soldiers assigned to Schofield Barracks and verified soldiers records were up to date and assigned to their unit
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Arizona State University
Tucson, AZ05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology-Sociology
Park University
Kansas City, MO03.2019
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Advanced Directives
- Psychosocial assessment
- Referrals and Networking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Honor, Awards, and Activities
- Arizona State University Gabe Zimmerman Memorial Scholarship Recipient, 2021
- Volunteer Minister/Children and Youth Minister 2007-2015
Timeline
MSW Social Worker Intern
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System
2021.08 - 2022.05
MSW Social Work Intern
Sister Jose Women Center
2021.01 - 2021.08
Sergeant/Office Manager
Army
2003.09 - 2006.09
Master of Arts - Social Work
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology-Sociology
Park University
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