Social Worker
State of Alabama Department of Human Resources
Clanton, Alabama
02.1991 - 06.1995
- Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
- Attended team meetings and provided feedback on case updates and treatment recommendations.
- Maintained lists of resources helpful to clients.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.
- Developed workable solutions for recurring problems for individuals and families.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Coordinated referrals to outside agencies for additional services such as substance abuse programs or vocational training.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency standards.
- Maintained thorough case history records and wrote detailed reports.
- Interviewed clients individually and in family groups to determine services to best address specific needs.
- Collaborated with family members to provide comprehensive support services to clients.