Sharda Hall, LMSW

• Facilitated timely referrals to alternate levels of care and assisted family or guardian with completion of applications.
• Worked with utilization review to establish prior authorization for timely discharges.
• Communicated with referral providers about new referrals and verified receipt of necessary information prior to arrivals.
• Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
• Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
• Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
• Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
• Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
• Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
• Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.

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• Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
• Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
• Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services and resources.
• Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
• Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
• Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
• Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
• Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.