Renesha Thompson
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Passionate social worker seeking to further expand knowledge and skills within social services industry. Highly empathic, with culturally competent approach in support of others.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Assessor
Mid-America Regional Council
02.2024 - Current
- Conduct in-person assessments for older adults seeking various services within home environment
- Advocate on behalf of clients in need of community resources
- Submit client related case notes within agency utilized database
- Ensure services specific to client care plan are adequately provided
- Complete agency administered trainings within time sensitive manner
Integrated Care Specialist II
Mid-America Regional Council
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Oversaw Care Management and Legal Aid service lines for eligible older adults in need of resources
- Completed assessments telephonically for home delivered meal recipients
- Authorized meal services with contracted agencies within designated area
- Submitted typed documentation specific to client interaction within agency specific database
LBSW Case Manager
The Salvation Army
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Achieved positive client outcomes by providing 90-day follow-up services to families participating in Crisis Care program
- Administered time-sensitive clinical assessments to children residing in temporary shelter placement
- Coordinated essential services for clients within community, resulting in improved overall well-being and self-sufficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
Case Worker
Seton Center
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Conducted intake interviews with clients seeking emergency food services and clothing vouchers
- Maintained daily upkeep and inventory of the center's food pantry
- Collaborated with colleagues and pantry volunteers to adequately distribute service duties
- Made appropriate agency specific assessments and referrals to clients in need
Foster Care Case Manager
KVC
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Enhanced family stability by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized service plans
- Strengthened child-parent relationships through facilitating supervised visitations and providing support during reunification processes
- Improved children''s well-being by coordinating appropriate medical, educational, and therapeutic services
- Increased placement success rates by matching children with suitable foster families based on their needs and preferences
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Missouri-St. Louis
St. Louis, MO05.2016
Skills
- Analytical Reasoning
- Records Maintenance
- Time Management
- Cultural Competency
Timeline
Contract Assessor
Mid-America Regional Council
02.2024 - Current
Integrated Care Specialist II
Mid-America Regional Council
03.2020 - 06.2022
LBSW Case Manager
The Salvation Army
10.2019 - 01.2020
Case Worker
Seton Center
08.2018 - 12.2018
Foster Care Case Manager
KVC
12.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Missouri-St. Louis
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