Shewanda Green
Decatur,IL
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Services Case Worker
Department Of Human Services
02.2017 - Current
- Adhere to strict client confidentiality laws and site-specific procedures to uphold privacy and provide best experience possible.
- Prepare documents for review and completion by service applicants, supporting completion and responding to questions.
- Keep and established comprehensive case files to support proper documentation and record retention.
- Determine eligibility for Cash, Snap, and Medical Assistance
Foster Care Social Worker
Webster Cantrell Hall
08.2013 - 01.2017
- Conducted home, school and community visits to assigned clients to assess client's level of care and provide guidance towards meeting treatment goals.
- Conducted mandatory job training and life skill classes to assist clients receiving specific benefits.
- Collaborated with case managers and community partners to deliver effective treatment and case collaboration.
- Provided on-going support to resource parents through coaching and crisis intervention techniques.
Social Services Coordinator
Manor Care
12.2008 - 08.2013
- Assisted clients in accessing services and benefits by providing education and information about community resources, successfully assisting 10-15 clients in acquiring needed aid.
- Coordinated with social, public and welfare agencies to obtain and provide client information.
- Administered mental health screenings to 15 clients to determine criteria for mental illness.
- Gathered information from mental and physical health and educational records to make recommendations and determine appropriate care plans.
Dove Homeward Bound
Homeless Case Manager
10.2004 - 11.2008
- Assisted the homeless by providing safe housing to get them off the streets.
- Implemented care plans for clients to adhere to, with the outcome of them becoming self sufficient to transition from the homeless program to low income/affordable housing of their own.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
Child Care Counselor
Kemmer Village
12.2003 - 10.2004
- Designed and administered lesson plans and activities to foster child engagement.
- Planned and organized activities to maintain structured coping environment.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Sociology
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL05.2002
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Springfield College in Illinois
Springfield, IL05.1999
High School Diploma -
Stephen Decatur High School
Decatur, Il05.1992
Skills
- Health and Human Services
- Community Involvement
- Client Needs Assessment
- Family Needs Assessments
- Social Skills
- Patient Record Confidentiality
- Records Retention
- Document Organization
- HIPAA Regulations
- Operational Procedures
- Data Integrity
- Documenting Results
Timeline
Human Services Case Worker
Department Of Human Services
02.2017 - Current
Foster Care Social Worker
Webster Cantrell Hall
08.2013 - 01.2017
Social Services Coordinator
Manor Care
12.2008 - 08.2013
Dove Homeward Bound
Homeless Case Manager
10.2004 - 11.2008
Child Care Counselor
Kemmer Village
12.2003 - 10.2004
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Sociology
Benedictine University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Springfield College in Illinois
High School Diploma -
Stephen Decatur High School
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