Philip Stegemann
La Crosse,WI
Summary
Goal-oriented professional well-versed in operational practices and regulatory requirements within human services. Skilled leader and analytical problem-solver well-versed in staff oversight and program management. Skillfully use relationship-building talents and direct communication to forge long-lasting connections. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Justice Supervisor
La Crosse County Human Services
09.2022 - Current
- Providing leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Providing feedback to staff to continue to develop as professionals.
- Providing training, and training materials for staff.
- Monitoring program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
- Participating in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Collaborating with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Researching best practices and developing strategies to improve program outcomes.
- Establishing and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
- Coordinating with community stakeholders for successful implementation of service initiatives.
- Leading through system changes to be in line with evidence based practices.
- Monitoring and reported on grants in the Youth Justice Unit.
- Partnering with other sections/units throughout Human Services department, with a focus on improving communication and collaboration. Enhancing supports and interventions for the families we serve.
- Partnering with Wisconsin Department of Children and Families regarding system changes, program enhancements, and software development.
- Presenting and reporting to the County Board, when requested.
Youth Justice Social Worker
La Crosse County Human Services
08.2012 - 09.2016
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Supported youth and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Interviewed youth and their families to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Helped youth and families develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
Children With Special Needs Social Worker
La Crosse County Human Services
12.2010 - 08.2012
- Interviewed clients and assessed social and emotional needs to determine nature and degree of services needed.
- Conducted and documented in-home visits with families.
- Identified, documented and made referrals to resources available within community.
- Assisted families in navigating the human services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Completed the functional screen to determine level of need.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Facilitated team meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between team members.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
Child Protection Social Worker
La Crosse County Human Services
09.2006 - 08.2010
- Collaborated with schools, law enforcement and other community resources to gather information.
- Investigated home conditions to protect children from harmful environmental areas.
- Responded to claims of abuse, neglect or safety concerns.
- Collected information through observation and interviews with children, parents, relatives and neighbors.
- Investigated alleged abuse, neglect and abandonment of children to determine abusive or unsafe conditions.
- Maintained case records and legal documentation.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Attended court proceedings, submitted documents and offered testimony.
- Facilitated supportive services and counseling for family members to address concerns.
- Wrote descriptive and accurate impending and present danger assessments and family functioning assessments.
- Reviewed existing case records for available information to formulate plans of treatment and develop short- and long-term goals.
- Developed plans to strengthen family units.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Assisted families in navigating the human services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
Juvenile Justice Social Worker
La Crosse County Human Services
04.2004 - 09.2006
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Supported youth and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Interviewed youth and their families to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Helped youth and families develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
Child Protection Social Worker
Pierce County Human Services
05.2002 - 04.2004
- Collaborated with schools, law enforcement and other community resources to gather information.
- Investigated home conditions to protect children from harmful environmental areas.
- Responded to claims of abuse, neglect or safety concerns.
- Collected information through observation and interviews with children, parents, relatives and neighbors.
- Investigated alleged abuse, neglect and abandonment of children to determine abusive or unsafe conditions.
- Maintained case records and legal documentation.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Attended court proceedings, submitted documents and offered testimony.
- Facilitated supportive services and counseling for family members to address concerns.
- Wrote descriptive and accurate impending and present danger assessments and family functioning assessments.
- Reviewed existing case records for available information to formulate plans of treatment and develop short- and long-term goals.
- Developed plans to strengthen family units.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Assisted families in navigating the human services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
River Falls, WI05.2002
Skills
- Computer Technology
- Analytical Skills
- Client Service
- Community Safety
- Workflow Processes
- Providing Feedback
- Emergency Situations
- Program Coordination
Certification
- Certified Social Worker - March 2003-February 2025
Timeline
Youth Justice Supervisor
La Crosse County Human Services
09.2022 - Current
Youth Justice Social Worker
La Crosse County Human Services
08.2012 - 09.2016
Children With Special Needs Social Worker
La Crosse County Human Services
12.2010 - 08.2012
Child Protection Social Worker
La Crosse County Human Services
09.2006 - 08.2010
Juvenile Justice Social Worker
La Crosse County Human Services
04.2004 - 09.2006
Child Protection Social Worker
Pierce County Human Services
05.2002 - 04.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
- Certified Social Worker - March 2003-February 2025
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