Sunny Blair
Houston,TX
Summary
BSW student with hands-on experience in clinical, community, and caregiving settings. Background includes client intake, crisis support, and direct care for individuals with mental, substance use, and daily living needs. Skilled in trauma-informed care, documentation, and building rapport to support positive client outcomes. Seeking an entry-level role in social services to provide client-centered support and connect individuals to resources.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Resident Care Assistant
Baycrest Senior Living
09.2025 - Current
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, mobility, and feeding, while promoting independence and dignity
- Implement care plans and monitor physical and emotional status, reporting changes to nursing staff
- Document care accurately and follow infection control and safety protocols
- Build rapport with residents to increase engagement and quality of life
Intern
My Health My Resources
San Angelo, Texas
08.2025 - Current
- Assist with crisis stabilization efforts for individuals with serious mental illness and substance use disorders
- Support completion of intake and biopsychosocial assessments to inform care planning
- Apply the Generalist Intervention Model to develop and monitor treatment goals
- Assist in coordinating referrals to outpatient services, sober living, and community resources
- Monitor and document client interactions under supervision, maintaining HIPPA compliant records
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and apply trauma-informed and harm reduction approaches in client interactions
Intake Volunteer
Homeless Navigation Day
San Angelo, Texas
09.2024 - Current
- Conduct intake assessments to identify client needs, eligibility, and service barriers
- Connect individuals experiencing homelessness to housing, healthcare, employment, and social services
- Coordinate distribution of food and essential items while maintaining confidential records
- Collaborate with team members using respectful, client-centered, trauma-informed practices
Caregiver
Home Instead
Rockford, Illinois
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, toileting, and mobility assistance
- Deliver medication reminders and emotional support while promoting independence
- Communicate care updates to families and supervisors
- Maintain organized, confidential client records and follow safety protocols
Retail Associate
Dollar Tree
San Angelo, Texas
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Delivered customer service in fast-paced environments
- Processed transactions and resolved customer concerns professionally
- Maintained inventory accuracy and supported store operations
Retail Associate
CVS Pharmacy & Kohl's
Spring, Texas
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted customers with purchases and product inquiries
- Maintained store presentation and supported team operations
- Operated POS systems and restocked merchandise.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) -
Angelo State University
San Angelo, Texas 08.2022 - 05.2026
High School Diploma -
Spring High School
Spring, TexasSkills
- Client Intake & Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Resource Coordination
- Discharge Planning
- Client Advocacy
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Communication & Rapport Building
- Time Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Timeline
Resident Care Assistant
Baycrest Senior Living
09.2025 - Current
Intern
My Health My Resources
08.2025 - Current
Intake Volunteer
Homeless Navigation Day
09.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Home Instead
05.2024 - 08.2025
Retail Associate
Dollar Tree
04.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) -
Angelo State University
08.2022 - 05.2026
Retail Associate
CVS Pharmacy & Kohl's
01.2021 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Spring High School