Taylor East
Lexington County DSS
Gilbert,SC
5
years of professional experience
Motivated, aspiring social worker with a genuine desire to serve others, and a passion for helping people in need. Eager to assist clients with meeting goals by facilitating treatment and assistance to ensure well-being.
Work History
Eligibility Specialist I
3 Years 2 Months- Conducted interviews to evaluate eligibility for assistance programs.
- Reviewed applications to ensure compliance with benefit criteria.
- Processed client applications following established guidelines.
- Verified identities and essential documents, including birth certificates and Social Security cards.
- Provided guidance on application procedures and resolved related inquiries.
Intern
3 Months- Maintained accurate records of activities throughout internship duration.
- Utilized document management system to organize and update company files for accessibility.
- Supported planning and execution of virtual and in-person events.
- Assisted in maintaining applicant tracking systems and monitoring recruiting metrics.
CPS Investigations Case Manager
1 Month- Coordinated case management services for diverse client needs and resources.
- Assessed client situations to determine eligibility for assistance programs.
- Developed individualized service plans with clients and community partners.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation in compliance with regulations.
- Facilitated meetings to discuss case progress and service delivery improvements.
Intern
8 Months- Maintained accurate records of all internship activities to ensure compliance standards.
- Identified customer needs promptly, enhancing overall service delivery.
- Fostered positive staff and management relationships, promoting effective teamwork.
- Compiled and submitted case reports to supervisors in a timely manner.
Education
No Degree
Master's degree - Social Work
Bachelor's degree - Social Work
Skills
Case documentation
Team collaboration
Document verification
Benefits compliance
Record maintenance
Program eligibility analysis
Customer service
Data entry
Effective communication skills
References
References available upon request.
Leadership Experience
Responsible for the addiction unit at Transitions homeless center and connected them to resources, assisted with housing voucher applications, job searches, and ensured each resident actively participated in the program to stay at Transitions.
Timeline
Eligibility Specialist I
Lexington County DSS
08.2023 - 10.2026Read More
Intern
Statewide Outreach Project
01.2023 - 04.2023Read More
CPS Investigations Case Manager
Spartanburg Co DSS
07.2022 - 08.2022Read More
Intern
Transitions Homeless Center
08.2021 - 04.2022Read More
University of South Carolina
Bachelor's degree from Social Work
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University of Kentucky
Master's degree from Social Work
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University of South Carolina Upstate
No Degree
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