Tameka Sherard
Lake City,South Carolina
Summary
Dedicated and quality-focused professional with over 18 years of experience in social work, supported by a solid educational background. Proven ability to develop and implement effective treatment plans that address client needs and promote positive outcomes. Committed to leveraging extensive career experiences to foster meaningful connections with clients and support their journeys toward well-being. Eager to contribute expertise in a dynamic environment that values compassionate care and innovative solutions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Counselor
Circle Park Behavioral Health Services
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Linked clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary treatment team to discuss treatment plans, progress and discharge decisions.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Provided education to schools and community to help others understand consequences of drug and alcohol use as well as treatment and prevention services available.
Career Development Specialist
Employ Reward Solutions (ERS)
05.2003 - 01.2024
- Worked with an Employment Network federally contracted with the Social Security Administration.
- Helped individuals develop career and educational goals in order to increase their financial independence.
- Obtained Federal Clearance in order to be entrusted with personal information.
- Met daily contact goals and monthly goals for service
Outreach Specialist
Viriya Consulting, LLC
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted communities in need of recovery from unprecedented disasters nationwide.
- Partnered with community, state, and local governments to schedule and setup local sites to provide assistance to individuals;
- Advertised the rental/utility assistance program;
- Assisted individuals with the application process and set expectations of the process;
- Entered the information into the data system for further review; and
- Follow-up with individuals as required.
Program Coordinator II
South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental Control
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Initiated and completed the case investigation and contact tracing of each new assigned case of COVID-19, per regional and agency policies and procedures;
- Sought consultation from Strike Team Nurses, Lead Epi RNs and/or Core Epi RNs/PM/RMD as appropriate;
- Maintained thorough documentation of all case investigations and contact tracing on applicable forms (CRF) and systems (SCION/ARIAS).
Social Service Assistant
Magnolia Manor
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Implemented social care plans and resident assessments for a large portfolio of clients;
- Maintained appropriate social service records
- Assisted residents in determining how they would like health care decisions, including the use of Advance Directives if desired by the resident;
- Recorded and maintained regular Social Service progress notes indicating response to the treatment plan and/or adjustment to institutional life;
- Worked with emotional problems including assisting the resident/family with anxieties and stress caused by illness and admission to the facility, difficulties in coping with residual physical disabilities, fears related to helplessness and death, and the need for institutional and specialized care; and
- Developed discharge plans.
Human Services Specialist II
South Carolina Department of Social Services
10.2006 - 09.2010
- Worked intensively within the Child Protective Services Division, providing services to children in foster care, their caregivers, and parents in a timely manner;
- Networked and communicated with community service providers;
- Developed treatment plans for children and parents to aide in family reunification;
- Maintained timely and accurate dictations and adhered to mandated policies and procedure;
- Attended and participated in judicial court proceedings; and
- Performed administrative and clerical tasks daily.
Human Services Specialist II
South Carolina Department of Mental Health
07.2005 - 10.2006
- Developed and maintained therapeutic relationships clients that foster mental stability, independence, and self-respect;
- Encouraged clients to actively participate in treatment and recovery planning; and
- Documented all consumer activities according to Quality Assurance and Medicaid guidelines.
Case Service Coordinator
South Carolina Department of Vocational Rehabilitation
07.2003 - 05.2005
- Provided case management, timely service, delivery, and follow up services for over 500 clients;
- Procured needed coordinated services;
- Obtained records and scheduled treatment appointments for clients;
- Documented all caseload activities for coordinated services; and
- Provided quality customer service to internal and external consumers.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Resource Management
Webster University
Greenville, South Carolina01.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with a Minor in Psychology
Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina01.2003
Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Strong organizational skills
- 10 years social services and case management
- Proficient in managing high-pressure situations
- Safeguard sensitive information
- Collaborative learning approach
- Proficient in client relations
- Effective leadership and team organization
Timeline
Clinical Counselor
Circle Park Behavioral Health Services
01.2024 - 08.2025
Outreach Specialist
Viriya Consulting, LLC
06.2022 - 03.2023
Program Coordinator II
South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental Control
07.2020 - 04.2022
Social Service Assistant
Magnolia Manor
05.2018 - 01.2019
Human Services Specialist II
South Carolina Department of Social Services
10.2006 - 09.2010
Human Services Specialist II
South Carolina Department of Mental Health
07.2005 - 10.2006
Case Service Coordinator
South Carolina Department of Vocational Rehabilitation
07.2003 - 05.2005
Career Development Specialist
Employ Reward Solutions (ERS)
05.2003 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with a Minor in Psychology
Clemson University
Master of Arts - Human Resource Management
Webster University
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