Sarah Finkelstein
Morgantown,WV
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Care Social Worker
WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital
Morgantown, WV
07.2024 - Current
- Manage all aspects of transition/ discharge planning for 15+ patients daily.
- Assess client needs through comprehensive evaluations and develop tailored transition/ discharge plans.
- Update client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure appropriate care coordination and facilitate discharge process.
- Monitor patient's progress; intervening as necessary and appropriate, to ensure the plan of care and services provided are patient focused, high quality, efficient, and cost effective.
- Initiate and facilitate referrals to post-acute services- including but not limited to homecare, Durable Medical Equipment, Hospice Care, Long Term Acute Care Facilities, Acute Rehab Facilities and Skilled Nursing Facilities.
- Assist patient/ families with completion of Medical Power of Attorney, Health Care Surrogate, and advanced directives.
Server/ Bartender
Tipsy Teeze Music Hall
Morgantown, WV
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Ensured exceptional and personalized customer service
- Prepared venue for daily dining and weekly events
- Served food and beverages in a timely and positive manner
- Provided recommendations of food and beverage based on thorough knowledge of menu
- Protected establishment and patrons by adhering to sanitation and safety policies
- Trained new staff members to ensure continued success
- Managed and organized inventory
- Supported colleagues by assisting in other service areas
Outreach Facilitator
Monongalia County Schools
Morgantown, WV
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided support services to high-needs population of approximately 150 students and their families at Brookhaven Elementary School and Mylan Park Elementary School
- Assisted students and their families with obtaining basic need services and materials
- Communicated daily with students, families, school personnel, and local community organizations
- Connected students and families with local resources and ensured follow through of services
- Conducted check-ins and delivered materials via home visits
- Supported families through discussion of service options, application processes and document collection
- Informed families about the McKinney-Vento Act and utilized resources to maximize its’ rights and supports
- Attended SAT/IEP/504 and behavior meetings
- Coordinated bi-weekly Student Support Team meetings
- Maintained thorough documentation and case records
Program Assistant
Scott’s Run Settlement House
Osage, WV
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Packed and distributed food and supply boxes to families in need
- Recorded demographic and service delivery information in company database
- Certified and recertified all clients for The Emergency Food Assistance Program
- Conducted surveys with clients to determine satisfaction with services
- Supported supervisor in management of client cases
- Scheduled clients for pick-up appointments
Associate Teacher
Bright Horizons WVU Child Learning Center
Morgantown, WV
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of children
- Supervised children ages 0 to 5 years old
- Communicated daily with parents
- Ensured safety of children in classroom and outdoor settings
- Documented all daily activities of children including feeding, sleep, and bathroom schedules
MSW Intern
Monongalia County Schools
Morgantown, WV
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Under the supervision of the Outreach Facilitator, provided support services to high-needs population of students and their families at Eastwood Elementary School and Cheat Lake Elementary School
- Shadowed multiple Outreach Facilitators across all programmatic levels
- Assisted students and their families with obtaining basic need services and materials
- Communicated daily with students, families, school personnel, and local community organizations
- Connected students and families with outside resources
- Attended SAT/IEP/504 and behavior meetings
- Informed families about the McKinney-Vento Act and utilized resources to maximize its’ rights and supports
- Maintained thorough documentation and case records
- Conducted research of academic, behavioral, and attendance records of all elementary schools in Monongalia County to analyze the effects of homelessness on students
Graduate Assistant
WVU Women’s Resource Center
Morgantown, WV
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Organized and managed community-wide events to promote social justice
- Researched local health, social service, mental health, career, veteran, and safety resources
- Created and updated resource content and contact information on high traffic website
- Communicated and collaborated with community organizations and university personnel
BSW Intern
Scott’s Run Settlement House
Osage, WV
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Packed and distributed food and supply boxes to families in need
- Recorded demographic and service delivery information in company database
- Certified and recertified all clients for The Emergency Food Assistance Program
- Conducted surveys with clients to determine satisfaction with services
- Supported supervisor in management of client cases
- Scheduled clients for pick-up appointments
Bay Host
Topgolf
Germantown, MD
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Ensured exceptional and personalized customer service
- Provided recommendations of food and beverage pairings based on thorough knowledge of menu
- Supported colleagues by assisting in other areas of venue
- Created a safe and positive environment
Lead Cashier / Brand Ambassador
American Eagle Outfitters
Clarksburg, MD
05.2018 - 11.2021
- Provided high quality customer service to patrons
- Increased revenues by assisting customers with sales
- Organized displays to draw attention to merchandise
- Operated cash register
Event Staff
Talk of the Town Variety Entertainment
Rockville, MD
05.2015 - 08.2018
- Supervised patrons and ensure safety in potentially dangerous settings
- Ensured customer satisfaction with equipment and service
Party Pro / Staging Coordinator
BounceU
Clarksburg, MD
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Provided high quality customer service to patrons
- Supervised and ensured safety of children
- Handled food and beverage service
- Maximized enjoyment of patrons by maintaining a positive and safe environment
Front Desk Attendant
Bretton Woods Recreation Center
Germantown, MD
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Assisted patrons with concerns about the facility and organization
- Welcomed and signed in members and guests
- Completed cash and credit card transactions
Education
Master of Social Work -
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.2023
Bachelor of Social Work -
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.2022
General Studies - undefined
Northwest High School
Germantown, MD06.2018
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Drive
- Familiar with POS system
- Experienced in documentation
- Familiar with national social service organizations
- Familiar with state social service organizations
- Familiar with local social service organizations
- CPR Certified
- First Aid Certified
- AED Certified
- Case management
Certification
Licensed Graduate Social Worker
License number: BP00946899
Timeline
Clinical Care Social Worker
WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Server/ Bartender
Tipsy Teeze Music Hall
01.2024 - 03.2025
Outreach Facilitator
Monongalia County Schools
08.2023 - 05.2024
Program Assistant
Scott’s Run Settlement House
06.2023 - 10.2023
MSW Intern
Monongalia County Schools
08.2022 - 04.2023
Graduate Assistant
WVU Women’s Resource Center
08.2022 - 04.2023
Associate Teacher
Bright Horizons WVU Child Learning Center
02.2022 - 08.2023
BSW Intern
Scott’s Run Settlement House
01.2022 - 04.2022
Bay Host
Topgolf
05.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Cashier / Brand Ambassador
American Eagle Outfitters
05.2018 - 11.2021
Front Desk Attendant
Bretton Woods Recreation Center
05.2017 - 09.2017
Party Pro / Staging Coordinator
BounceU
02.2017 - 07.2018
Event Staff
Talk of the Town Variety Entertainment
05.2015 - 08.2018
General Studies - undefined
Northwest High School
Master of Social Work -
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Social Work -
West Virginia University