RACHAEL BALES, LMSW
Sparks,NV
Summary
Patient LMSW with first-rate client advocacy skills and extensive knowledge of community resources. Offering 2 years of successful performance in social work roles. Recognized for compassionate demeanor and excellent social perceptiveness.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master Of Social Work Intern
Volunteers Of America ReStart
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
Bachelor Of Social Work Intern
Life Care Center Of Reno
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Mediated between family members to facilitate conflict resolution and build healthy family relationships.
- Developed and implemented social work plans to understand desired project goals and properly align social work activities.
- Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
Licensed Insurance Sales Agent
Dolan Allstate
12.2014 - 08.2017
- Upsold additional products and services after identifying customer needs and requirements.
- Spent ample time with each customer, verbally reviewing, and explaining documents for client comprehension.
- Worked to accommodate new and different insurance requests and explored new value opportunities to optimize insurance agency reputation.
Education
Master Of Arts (M.A.) In Social Work Candidate -
University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV05.2023
Minor In Additive Treatment Services -
University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV05.2022
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In Social Work -
University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV05.2022
Associate In Arts (A.A.) In Social Work -
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, Nevada05.2020
Skills
- Case Records Management
- Referrals and Networking
- Life Skills Development
- Case Management
- Records Maintenance
- Client Advocacy
Additional Information
- US Army Veteran
- UNR Veterans Alumni Chapter
- UNR School of Social Work Alumni Chapter
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker - 10/23
Timeline
Master Of Social Work Intern
Volunteers Of America ReStart
08.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor Of Social Work Intern
Life Care Center Of Reno
08.2021 - 08.2022
Licensed Insurance Sales Agent
Dolan Allstate
12.2014 - 08.2017
Master Of Arts (M.A.) In Social Work Candidate -
University of Nevada-Reno
Minor In Additive Treatment Services -
University of Nevada-Reno
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) In Social Work -
University of Nevada-Reno
Associate In Arts (A.A.) In Social Work -
Truckee Meadows Community College
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