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Taylor Deason

Norman,OK

Summary

Ambitious and compassionate social worker demonstrating a commitment to enhancing social and human well-being. Focused on empowerment in youth and adults and the forces that create and contribute to oppression. Seeks to enhance self-determination and promote organizations' and communities' responsiveness to individual needs and social problems. Values the necessity for evidence-based practices while carefully balancing ethical responsibilities within the context and complexity of the human experience. Skilled at resource gathering and cultivating community support to create strategic partnerships that advance individuals, families, and communities. Successful in overcoming challenges of limited resources to develop cost-effective, comprehensive programs and solutions.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Housing Navigator

City Care Overnight Shelter
01.2025 - 08.2025
  • Guided shelter guests experiencing homelessness through individualized housing plans, applying a psychosocial rehabilitation framework to support self-directed goals. Stably housed 20 shelter guests from April 2025 to August 2025.
  • Built and maintained a network of housing and community resources in Norman, OK; facilitated successful linkages through partnerships with the Continuum of Care and other agencies.
  • Delivered comprehensive case management utilizing HMIS; including crisis intervention, resource development, and document recovery, while ensuring all documentation met compliance and best practice standards.
  • Educated and oriented new guests to shelter policies; enforced guidelines to maintain a safe, dignified, and respectful communal environment.
  • Exceeded engagement expectations through consistent face-to-face meetings, active participation in staffings, and community collaboration to improve housing outcomes.

Team lead and Guest Intake

A Friends House Overnight Shelter
11.2022 - 03.2024
  • Completed guest intake/vulnerability assessments and explained informed consent, Release of Information procedures, and shelter rules during guest check-in.
  • Utilized The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) to input client data for ~ 52 shelter guests daily.
  • Maintained professional boundaries with shelter guests, safeguarded client confidentiality, and upheld NASW ethical responsibilities.
  • Applied trauma-informed and compassionate verbal de-escalation techniques during crises.
  • Attended Continuum of Care, coordinated case management meetings to collaborate with the care team, and received updates on client status and housing availability.

Practicum Student

Norman Public Schools
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Facilitated individual and group social-emotional learning to Kindergarten through 5th grade elementary students.
  • Conducted assessments, developed treatment plans, and supported at-risk youth.
  • Collaborated with community agencies and school staff to bring in resources to support students and families.
  • Documented client progress for 50+ students and staffed challenges with the school counselor weekly.

Hospitality & Services Supervisor

United States Air Force
11.2012 - 12.2020
  • Managed weekly schedules, daily assignments, and the performance of a diverse team.
  • Maintained outside vendor purchase contracts and cultivated relationships, resulting in increased client satisfaction.
  • Developed and coordinated fitness and wellness programs annually for 288K service members.
  • Professional demeanor and clear thinking during high-stress situations.

Education

Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing

The University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
05.2023

Bachelor of Social Work -

The University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
05-2022

Skills

  • Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
  • Empathy and Compassion
  • Organizational skills
  • Conflict Resolution

Affiliations

  • Norman Care-A-Vans, Volunteer, 2024
  • Board Member, Secretary, Fostering Futures (2021-2023)
  • Veteran, United States Air Force (2020)
  • Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps (OKMRC 2020) Volunteer
  • Social Work Student Association (2020)
  • Student Member, National Association of Social Workers OK-Chapt. (2019)

Timeline

Housing Navigator

City Care Overnight Shelter
01.2025 - 08.2025

Practicum Student

Norman Public Schools
01.2023 - 05.2023

Team lead and Guest Intake

A Friends House Overnight Shelter
11.2022 - 03.2024

Hospitality & Services Supervisor

United States Air Force
11.2012 - 12.2020

Master of Social Work - Advanced Standing

The University of Oklahoma

Bachelor of Social Work -

The University of Oklahoma

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