Sara Newman
Loveland,CO
Summary
I am passionate about collaborating with individuals to help them get back on their feet and achieve their unique goals. I use a solution focused approach to help build bridges toward holistic success. I have a Master's in Social Work, and most recently have been working as a Case Manager for individuals experiencing financial and other barriers, creating goals, and acting as an interagency liaison. I am currently working towards my LCSW licensure and my professional interests include somatic therapy, trauma therapy, and substance abuse recovery. I believe in the power of community, and I am committed to fostering a safe space for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
TELL SOMEONE INTERN: OFFICE OF SUPPORT AND SAFETY
Colorado State University
- Managed a crisis center for members of the campus community to utilize when concerns arise for students or employees of the university
- In charge of a caseload of students to check in with and ensure they get connected to needed resources, and/or in touch with necessary departments around campus
- Talk people through mental health and other types of crises and assist them with appropriate action steps.
CASE MANAGER II
Larimer County Dept. of Human Services
01.2022 - Current
- Build relationships and rapport with families, assessing their needs and helping them to reach self-sufficiency
- Manage caseload of 60+, completing initial assessments, creating goals, evaluating progress and keeping detailed notes
- Advocate for clients, assist them in navigating crisis situations, and connect them to appropriate community resources.
HAND UP EMPLOYMENT CASE MANAGER
Homeward Alliance
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assessed barriers to employment and provided tailored plans to meet each individual's education and employment goals
- Fostered strong partnerships across agencies to connect clients with appropriate resources for mental health, medical, childcare, basic needs, etc
- Intervened in crisis situations and advocate for client needs
- Managed an active caseload of up to 20 people at a time.
SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER INTERN
Fort Collins High School
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Supported caseload of students under an Individualized Education plan (IEP) and worked together to establish strategies to achieve success in the classroom
- Collaborated at IEP meetings with students, parents, and teachers and evaluated efficacy of IEP goals
- Taught social and emotional learning skills to classrooms and managed wellness center.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, COEnvironmental Studies/Psychology - undefined
Fort Lewis College
Durango, COSkills
- MS Office Suites
- Excel/Google Sheets
- Google Docs/Slides
- Adobe Acrobat
- Powerpoint/Prezi
- HMIS
- CaseMGR
- CBMS
- Relationship Building
- Problem Solving
- Empathy
- Crisis Intervention
- Collaboration with multiple agencies
- Prioritization
- Goal Setting
- Customer Service
- Flexibility
- Active Listening
Personal Information
Title: CASE MANAGER AND CLIENT ADVOCATE
Timeline
CASE MANAGER II
Larimer County Dept. of Human Services
01.2022 - Current
HAND UP EMPLOYMENT CASE MANAGER
Homeward Alliance
01.2021 - 01.2022
SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER INTERN
Fort Collins High School
01.2019 - 01.2020
TELL SOMEONE INTERN: OFFICE OF SUPPORT AND SAFETY
Colorado State University
Master of Social Work -
Colorado State University
Environmental Studies/Psychology - undefined
Fort Lewis College
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