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Sarah Jordan

Hertford,NC

Summary

Successful at providing both personalized and group psychotherapy and social support in all settings. Specializing in working with diverse populations to locate necessary resources. Obtains authorizations, presents cases and coordinates intervention strategies.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Bachelor of Social Work Student Intern

Ashe County High School
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Maintained timely documentation of client interactions, progress notes, and treatment plans in compliance with agency standards.
  • Facilitated support groups for individuals dealing with grief, addiction, or trauma-related issues.
  • Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
  • Coordinated outreach activities to increase awareness of available social work services within the community.
  • Conducted home visits to evaluate living conditions and provide assistance in accessing necessary resources.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess client needs and develop appropriate interventions.
  • Strengthened family dynamics by facilitating family meetings and addressing communication challenges.
  • Documented services provided meticulously by keeping accurate records of activities, interactions and conversations.

Master of Social Work Intern

Ashe County Schools
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Advocated for clients in various settings such as schools, courts, or medical facilities to ensure access to necessary services.
  • Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
  • Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
  • Assisted clients in developing essential life skills such as budgeting or time management, enabling increased independence and self sufficiency.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality in accordance with ethical guidelines and legal requirements of the profession.
  • Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in social work field.
  • Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
  • Delivered evidence-based interventions tailored to the unique needs of each client.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
  • Documented services provided meticulously by keeping accurate records of activities, interactions and conversations.
  • Responded to crises and emergency situations to provide immediate assistance to persons in need.

Bakery Worker

Carolina Moon Bakery
06.2022 - Current
  • Trained new bakery staff on company policies and POS system use to maximize job satisfaction, expertise, and team performance.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
05.2024

Bachelor of Social Work -

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Perquimans County High School
Hertford, NC
06.2021

Associate of Arts -

College of The Albemarle
Elizabeth City, NC
12.2020

Skills

  • Dispute Mediation
  • Exceeding Customer Expectations
  • CPR, First Aid, AED
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Empathy building
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Self-awareness
  • Strengths-based solution-focused therapy
  • Patient Counseling
  • Client Advocacy
  • Client Interviewing
  • Group Therapy

Timeline

Master of Social Work Intern

Ashe County Schools
08.2023 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Social Work Student Intern

Ashe County High School
01.2023 - 05.2023

Bakery Worker

Carolina Moon Bakery
06.2022 - Current

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Appalachian State University

Bachelor of Social Work -

Appalachian State University

High School Diploma -

Perquimans County High School

Associate of Arts -

College of The Albemarle
Sarah Jordan