Shalawn Dawson
206 Bent Creek Drive,NC
Summary
Experienced Therapist and Social Worker with a proven track record at Simmons Early Intervention Therapy and Pitt County Department of Social Services. Great establishing rapport and applying Behavior Analysis techniques, significantly enhancing patient and client outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional progress assessment skills and is committed to ethical practice standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Simmons Early Intervention Therapy
07.2023 - Current
- Build strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintain detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Establish clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Provide individual and group therapy sessions to pediatric patients exhibiting developmental delays, mental health concerns, psychological disorders and autism spectrum behaviors.
- Conduct one-on-one pediatric therapy sessions and group sessions at homes, childcare settings and any other comfortable environment for children.
Social Worker III/IAT/ In-Home CPS
Pitt County Department of Social Services
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted client documentation for accurate, compliant CPS records and case activity.
- Interviewed children, families and collaterals to assess situations, limitations and issues to address concerns of child welfare.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for children and their families.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid and healthcare providers.
- Investigated allegations of child abuse, neglect and dependency.
- Provided in-home case management services
- Worked collaboratively with mental health agencies, developmental needs agencies, autism awareness and education agencies.
Small Business Owner
Dawson Management LLC: Real Estate & Retail Store
10.2014 - 10.2022
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.
- Managed a rental property ensuring tenant applications, lease agreements, rental payments and property maintenance.
Education
Master of Science - Public Administration
Strayer University
District Of Columbia06-2012
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC12-2004
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC06-1996
Skills
- Building Rapport
- One-on-one Pediatric Health Therapy Sessions
- Childhood Developmental Assessments
- Progress Evaluations & Individualized Education Plans [IEP's]
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Certified NC Medicaid Provider Behavior Technician
Accomplishments
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Certification
Certified NC Medicaid Provider Behavior Technician
Certified North Carolina Child Welfare CPS Social Worker
Timeline
Therapist
Simmons Early Intervention Therapy
07.2023 - Current
Social Worker III/IAT/ In-Home CPS
Pitt County Department of Social Services
10.2022 - 07.2023
Small Business Owner
Dawson Management LLC: Real Estate & Retail Store
10.2014 - 10.2022
Certified NC Medicaid Provider Behavior Technician
Certified North Carolina Child Welfare CPS Social Worker
Master of Science - Public Administration
Strayer University
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Gardner-Webb University
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Lenoir Community College
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