Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensing Social Worker
Cleveland County DSS
08.2014 - Current
Responsible for recruitment, training, and licensing of foster and adoptive families.
Visits each licensed family at least quarterly, completes annual relicensing documentation, responsible for assisting foster families with coping and adjusting to day-to- day issues involving children placed in their homes.
Provide training and resources for ongoing/continued education hours.
Support foster families and provide appropriate resources.
Case Manager Supervisor
Support, Inc
01.2012 - 07.2014
Direct supervision of up to eight case managers working with the mental health population.
Supported the day-to-day operations and tracked performance of assigned staff.
Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Supported continuous improvement related to service delivery.
Social Worker/Counselor
Hospice Of Cleveland County
05.2007 - 01.2012
Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist/Family Mentor at Carroll County Health Department/DSSCertified Peer Recovery Specialist/Family Mentor at Carroll County Health Department/DSS