SUMMER VON STEIN
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker II
Inova Health Systems
Fairfax, USA
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary care teams to assess and coordinate discharge planning needs.
- Initiate referrals for clinics, home healthcare, hospice, skilled nursing facilities, and medical equipment as necessary.
- Document discharge planning information in medical records according to departmental standards.
- Participate in assessing patients' biopsychosocial needs through information review and patient interactions.
- Communicate regularly with patients, families, and care team members regarding care plans and treatment goals.
- Ensure all critical elements of patients' care plans were documented and communicated effectively.
- Assess psychosocial risk factors by evaluating support systems and coping abilities.
- Advocate for patient empowerment in making informed healthcare decisions.
Social Worker I
Inova Health Systems
Falls Church, USA
12.2011 - Current
- Assessed patients' biopsychosocial needs through detailed review and personal interactions.
- Communicated regularly with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams regarding care plan progress.
- Demonstrated expertise in utilization management and managed care payer issues.
- Referred cases to appropriate services to eliminate barriers to care progression.
- Facilitated discharge planning and ensured continuity of care for assigned patients.
- Initiated referrals to clinics, home healthcare, hospice, and rehabilitation services as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess and coordinate discharge planning.
- Documented discharge planning information accurately according to departmental standards.
Family Consultant
KidsPeace National Centers
Alexandria, USA
11.2010 - 11.2011
- Coordinated pre-admission screenings for client referrals and matched them with foster parents.
- Developed individualized service plans in compliance with state regulations and agency policies.
- Facilitated regular meetings with clients and treatment teams to address issues and enhance interpersonal skills.
- Led meetings with treatment families to motivate and supervise their support of clients.
- Acted as advocate and liaison for clients among community service providers and KidsPeace staff.
- Prepared comprehensive reports and statistical data according to agency policies and state regulations.
- Supported foster care initiatives and community programs to improve client outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH06-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH06-2006
Skills
- Problem resolution and decision-making
- Self-directed and organized
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Multitasking abilities
Affiliations
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Virginia)
- Accredited Case Manger- Social Work
- Basic Life Support Provider
Timeline
Social Worker II
Inova Health Systems
04.2023 - Current
Social Worker I
Inova Health Systems
12.2011 - Current
Family Consultant
KidsPeace National Centers
11.2010 - 11.2011
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Cincinnati