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Terry Powell
Social Work Professional
Pontiac,MI
Summary
Reliable and detail-oriented social work professional with the ability to stay calm in high-stress situations while delivering client-centered care and managing demands.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Advocate
Youth Advocate Program, INC, Y.A.P
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted youth in setting achievable goals by providing guidance and support throughout their journey towards success.
- Developed and executed individualized action plans, resulting in improved academic performance and personal development.
- Advocated on behalf of clients during meetings with school personnel and other authority figures, ensuring proper representation of their needs.
- Liaised between children and guardians to best handle issues specific to youth.
- Provided mentorship to young individuals, fostering positive relationships built on trust and open communication.
Direct Care Worker
Care.com Inc
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Reduced instances of the clients injury through vigilant monitoring and timely intervention in high-risk situations.
- Enhanced the clients well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
- Provided emotional support to client during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
Direct Care Worker
ExpertCare
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
- Reduced instances of patient injury through vigilant monitoring and timely intervention.
Education
No Degree - Social Work
Oakland Community College
Auburn Hills, MI 05.2001 -
Bachelors - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI05-2026
High School Diploma - undefined
International Technology Academy
Pontiac, MI06.2018
Skills
- Crisis Response
- Cultural Competency
- Relationship Building
- Self-Care Practices
- Youth Advocacy
- Problem Analysis
- Mentoring
- Emotional Support
Interests
Timeline
Youth Advocate
Youth Advocate Program, INC, Y.A.P
12.2022 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Care.com Inc
03.2020 - 07.2020
Direct Care Worker
ExpertCare
05.2018 - 06.2019
No Degree - Social Work
Oakland Community College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma - undefined
International Technology Academy
Bachelors - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University