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Rashod K. Martin (CSW)

Mullica Township,NJ

Summary

Diligent Social Work major with years of experience assisting clients with building coping mechanisms to address life challenges. Skilled in mediating family members to resolve conflict. Comfortable handling stress and performing under pressure.

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. Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of clients. Expertise in guiding people in the midst of crisis. Respectful and compassionate professional offering over 10 years of background serving community by providing guidance for clients in need. Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Worker

Atlanticare Healthplex - FQHC
12.2022 - Current
  • Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
  • Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
  • Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
  • Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
  • Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
  • Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
  • Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
  • Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
  • Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
  • Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
  • Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
  • Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.

Behavioral Assistant

Beautiful Minds
05.2022 - Current

* Apply positive behavioral strategies to enhance the well being, socialization, and communication skills of a youth.

* Report back to team members with updates on youth on a weekly basis.

Care Manager

Cape Atlantic INK
08.2022 - 12.2022

* Coordinate services and supports with families, behavioral health professionals, juvenile justice, DCPP and schools as well as conducting monthly face to face visits.

* Facilitate Child Family Team meetings and develop and implement Individual Service plans


Loss Prevention Investigator

ShopRite
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Performed security walks around store to monitor employee and customer activities.
  • Interviewed employees and suspects and drafted reports to assist law enforcement.


Family Service Specialist Trainee (Intern)

NJ Department Of Child Protection & Permanency
09.2021 - 04.2022

* Responded to child abuse/neglect referrals and requests for child welfare services.

* Provided in-home visits and arranged for residential or foster care placements.

Lead Asset Protection Associate

Walmart
02.2020 - 05.2021
  • Wrote reports for internal and external crime, burglary or theft.
  • Patrolled store departments to check for suspicious activities.
  • Screened, Interviewed, hired, trained, and provided direct supervision of both newly employed and current Asset Protection Associates.
  • Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies and programs to minimize shrinkage.
  • Contacted local authorities and apprehended shoplifters.
  • Monitored and analyzed customer behavior to identify and respond to potential theft and fraud incidents.
  • Utilized data analysis to identify any security threats and develop solutions to mitigate risks.
  • Investigated and reported any suspicious activity to local law enforcement and store management to obtain quick response.
  • Checked CCTV for evidence of shoplifting.
  • Built professional relationships with local law enforcement and other related organizations.
  • Kept patrons and employees safe and from criminal activity.
  • Wrote reports outlining activities and results.
  • Background-checked potential investors, partner companies and employees and drafted reports of findings.
  • Monitored surveillance cameras and alarm systems to detect suspicious activity.
  • Investigated and apprehended shoplifters and other potential criminals in store to increase protection and apply safety measures.
  • Developed and implemented procedures to reduce risk of shoplifting and other loss prevention related issues.
  • Enhanced training processes for both clients and departments to increase overall functionality.
  • Utilized various hand and power tools to secure premises and increase protection.
  • Developed and launched on-site client training seminars to foster understanding and implementation of loss control strategies.

Youth Advocate

Youth Advocate Program, INC, Y.A.P
10.2018 - 02.2020
  • Visited clients' homes to better comprehend environment and how it affected behavior and responses to situations.
  • Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
  • Liaised between children and guardians to best handle issues specific to youth.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

Stockton University
Camden, NJ
05.2022

Master of Science - Social Work

Stockton University
Atlantic City, NJ
05.2024

Skills

  • Behavioral Health
  • Social Services
  • Emotional Support
  • Case Management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Psychosocial Assessment
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Applied Behavioral Analysis
  • Behavioral Counseling
  • Client Documentation
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Case Documentation
  • Records Management
  • Resource Navigation
  • Service Planning
  • Client Advocacy
  • Efficient Under Pressure
  • Confidential Case Documentation
  • CPR, First Aid, AED
  • Conflict Resolution
  • MS Office
  • Independent Judgment
  • Cooperative
  • Compassionate
  • DSM-IV Knowledge
  • Community Resources
  • Solution-Based Interventions
  • Referrals and Networking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Case Needs Assessments
  • Cultural Competency
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Medicare and Medicaid Applications
  • Problem-solving
  • Active listening
  • Team collaboration
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Assessment skills
  • Time management
  • Self-awareness

Additional Information

* Sunday School Teacher

* Director & Coach of Mullica Township Basketball program

* Former Football Coach of Galloway Renegades

Certification

New Jersey Certified Social Worker (CSW)

Timeline

Social Worker

Atlanticare Healthplex - FQHC
12.2022 - Current

Care Manager

Cape Atlantic INK
08.2022 - 12.2022

Behavioral Assistant

Beautiful Minds
05.2022 - Current

Family Service Specialist Trainee (Intern)

NJ Department Of Child Protection & Permanency
09.2021 - 04.2022

Loss Prevention Investigator

ShopRite
05.2021 - 05.2022

Lead Asset Protection Associate

Walmart
02.2020 - 05.2021

Youth Advocate

Youth Advocate Program, INC, Y.A.P
10.2018 - 02.2020

Master of Science - Social Work

Stockton University

Master of Science - Social Work

Stockton University
Rashod K. Martin (CSW)