Tayna Fullerton
Ludington,MI
Summary
I aim to help bring social justice to oppressed populations by working with organizations who provide them with tools of empowerment. The individual’s right to self determination, dignity, and respect will always be my top priority.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Social Worker
Hospice of Michigan
Ludington,MI
08.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient needs and developed personalized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families facing end-of-life decisions.
- Coordinated community resources and services to enhance patient care and family support.
- Educated patients and families on coping mechanisms and available hospice benefits.
Prison Based Substance Use Disorder Therapist
Catholic Services JLHC
Manistee, MI
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Organized and facilitated structured group therapy sessions, focusing on rehabilitation and interpersonal skills development.
- Sourced and assembled necessary materials to support re-entry initiatives.
- Conducted intakes, assessments, and discharges to support client needs effectively.
Adult Mental Health Case Manager
North Eastern Michigan Community Mental Health
Alpena, MI
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Oversaw comprehensive assessments to identify client requirements. Managed intakes and discharges to optimize service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Conducted evaluations for patients during home and inpatient visits. Supported healthcare teams in assessing patient needs and developing care plans. Assisted in documenting patient progress and outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention support to individuals in distress. Assisted in medication management to ensure adherence to treatment plans.
- Developed individualized service plans to address client needs and promote recovery goals.
- Coordinated access to community resources, facilitating comprehensive support for clients.
Detox Counselor
Dawn Farm Spera
Ann Arbor, MI
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Oversaw client intake and discharge processes to enhance service delivery. Managed client vitals and medication distribution to ensure safety and compliance.
- Produced comprehensive bps reports that enhanced organizational insights. Managed crisis situations by implementing effective strategies that minimized disruptions.
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to promote recovery and personal growth.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and progress evaluations.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI08-2026
Masters of Science - Criminal Justice
Wayne State University
Detroit. MI01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI01-2019
Skills
- Bereavement counseling
- Stress reduction techniques
- Clinical documentation
- Treatment Planning
- Building rapport
- Crisis intervention
- Relapse prevention
- Therapeutic techniques
- Family support
- Client advocacy
- Professional boundaries
Certification
Limited License Social Worker
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
Hospice of Michigan
08.2024 - Current
Prison Based Substance Use Disorder Therapist
Catholic Services JLHC
03.2023 - 02.2024
Adult Mental Health Case Manager
North Eastern Michigan Community Mental Health
08.2019 - 05.2020
Detox Counselor
Dawn Farm Spera
01.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Social Work
Ferris State University
Masters of Science - Criminal Justice
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University