Susan Pearson
Eighty Four,PA
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Consultant
Team PSBG
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2024 - Current
- Completed MSW learning plans for students
- Provided one on one supervision to students and Task Instructors
- Acted as a liaison between graduate program and agency
- Ensure all hours of fieldwork are completed
- Sign off on documented hours, learning plans and performance evaluations
Supervisor Clinical Care Coordination and D/C Plan
UPMC Mercy
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2020 - Current
- Provided leadership support during times of transition or change within the organization.
- Provide leadership to 15 DPM social workers in a busy Level One Trauma Burn Center.
- Scheduled shifts for DPMs according to operational needs while taking into account individual preferences where possible. Implemented new model of coverage doubling staff
- Conducted performance reviews of DPMs, providing feedback and guidance to enhance job satisfaction and productivity.
- Provided mentorship and coaching to staff and students. Acted as a Field Liaison for multiple Universities including University of Pittsburgh, Chatham, Carlow, Penn West and Slippery Rock.
- Participated in multiple hospital and system committees including: Trauma/Burn, Ethics Board, GEDA, Child Abuse Initiative, Complex Patient Care Plan, Workplace Violence Prevention and Education
- Complete detailed assessment of patients related to medical and social factors to determine patient’s capacity for self-care, identify support systems, outline barriers to discharge, and determine likeliness of requiring post-hospital services and the availability of such services.
- Manage cost of care with the benefits of patient safety, clinical quality, risk and patient satisfaction to provide recommendations and decisions that ensure optimal outcomes.
- Coordinate and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses and other specialists to create a plan of care, discuss barriers to patient care and to establish clear criteria for a safe discharge.
- Collaborated with community resources to facilitate referrals and access to additional services for clients.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development activities to stay current with best practices. Maintained Clinical Social Work License and Accredited Case Manager Certification.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
Emergency Department Social Worker
UPMC Mercy
Pittsburgh, PA
12.1998 - Current
- Complete detailed assessment of patients related to medical and social factors to determine patient’s capacity for self-care, identify support systems, outline barriers to discharge, and determine likeliness of requiring post-hospital services and the availability of such services.
- Manage cost of care with the benefits of patient safety, clinical quality, risk and patient satisfaction to provide recommendations and decisions that ensure optimal outcomes.
- Coordinate and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses and other specialists to create a plan of care, discuss barriers to patient care and to establish clear criteria for a safe discharge.
- provide coverage to inpatient hospital after hours; working with nursing leadership and inpatient staff
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and develop treatment strategies.
- Assessed the social and emotional needs of patients in emergency department settings.
- Advocates for patients' rights ensuring they receive appropriate services and supports needed.
- Supported families during times of crisis or trauma in the ED setting.
- Assisted in coordinating communication between healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines throughout a patient's stay.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments of individuals seeking services in the ED.
- Served as a liaison between hospital personnel and external agencies such as mental health providers or home health organizations.
- Provided crisis counseling, debriefing, and psychoeducation to ED staff.
- Identified at-risk populations within the ED setting who may benefit from additional intervention or referral services.
Counselor
Applegate Recovery
Washington, PA
06.2020 - 12.2023
- Identified high risk situations that may lead to relapse or increased risk of harm due to substance use behaviors.
- Assisted clients in developing strategies to reduce or eliminate substance use behaviors.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate care for clients who have co-occurring mental health disorders.
- Provided referrals for additional resources such as medical care or housing assistance.
- Maintained professional relationships with referral sources such as courts, probation officers, hospitals, social service agencies, and community organizations.
- Supported and counseled clients with drug and alcohol addiction.
LCSW Supervision
Independant
12.2008 - Current
- Provide individual and group supervision to individuals working toward obtaining their LCSW
- Facilitate group supervision with individuals from various backgrounds.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA12-1994
BASW - Social Work
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04-1991
Associate of Science - Social Work Technician
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA12-1989
Master of Science - Health Informatics
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Critical Incident Stress Management Training 2023
- Healthcare Ethics Consultant Training 2024
- ASAM - American Society Of Addiction Medicine 2022
- ASIST - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training 2000
Accomplishments
- UPMC Mercy Shining Star Award 2021
- UPMC Elizabeth Chaitin Award 2023
Certification
- PA Clinical Social Worker CW016035
- Accredited Case Manager
Timeline
Education Consultant
Team PSBG
06.2024 - Current
Supervisor Clinical Care Coordination and D/C Plan
UPMC Mercy
06.2020 - Current
Counselor
Applegate Recovery
06.2020 - 12.2023
LCSW Supervision
Independant
12.2008 - Current
Emergency Department Social Worker
UPMC Mercy
12.1998 - Current
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Pittsburgh
BASW - Social Work
University of Pittsburgh
Associate of Science - Social Work Technician
Community College of Allegheny County
Master of Science - Health Informatics
University of Pittsburgh