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Susan Wenaas

Milton,GA

Summary

Dedicated social work professional who excels in verbal and written communication. Highly committed and motivated to enhancing client well-being through team collaboration and adaptive problem-solving skills. Expertise in practicing with a high level of compassion and empathy.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Independent Health Coach

Optavia
Remote
09.2020 - Current
  • Developed personalized health plans to enhance client wellness and nutritional habits.
  • Provided ongoing support and motivation to clients, fostering accountability and engagement.
  • Conducted regular assessments to track client progress and adjust strategies accordingly.

Graduate Student Intern

GCAC of Georgia
Alpharetta, GA
01.2026 - 05.2026

600 clinical hours to be completed by May 16, 2026

Assist case managers in foster home visits

Recruit potential foster parents

Interface with the Department of Family and Child Services in placing children in foster homes

Complete necessary documentation for case files

Graduate Student Intern - Social Work

HomeStretch
Roswell, GA
01.2025 - 05.2025

Completed 400 hours for clinical internship

Conducted pre-screening phone intakes for candidates experiencing situational homelessness

Assisted case managers with interviews for qualified candidates

Partnered with case managers in on-boarding candidates in obtaining residency in the HomeStretch program

Supported clients in meeting their established goals

Coordinated Life Skills classes for residents and their children

Administrative Assistant

Moyo Missions
Buford, GA
01.2016 - 04.2017

Managed phone system

Welcomed visiting guests

Managed excel database of ministry supporters

Coordinated and implemented the yearly fundraiser

Handled mass mailings

Assisted in ordering office supplies

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC
05-1992

Skills

  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Active listening techniques
  • Professional ethics adherence
  • Continuing education commitment
  • Individual and group coaching
  • Client motivation methods
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Goal setting
  • Community outreach
  • Presentation skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliability
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Strong Interpersonal skills

Timeline

Graduate Student Intern

GCAC of Georgia
01.2026 - 05.2026

Graduate Student Intern - Social Work

HomeStretch
01.2025 - 05.2025

Certified Independent Health Coach

Optavia
09.2020 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Moyo Missions
01.2016 - 04.2017

Master of Science - Social Work

Liberty University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Susan Wenaas