TIMIKA S. MURPHY
Summary
Dedicated social worker with 12 years of experience empowering individuals and communities facing social adversity. Proven track record in providing compassionate support, advocating for clients' needs, and implementing effective interventions. Skilled in navigating complex social issues such as homelessness, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and promoting positive change. Passionate about fostering equity, inclusion, and well-being.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
New Hanover County
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted outreach to individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Established client trust through consistent engagement.
- Partner with local shelters, healthcare providers, and housing authorities to provide comprehensive support.
- Assisted clients in securing housing, jobs, and vital social services.
- Addressed mental health needs through appropriate referrals.
- Documented and maintained client records while ensuring confidentiality.
- Advocated for systemic changes to enhance services for marginalized groups, focusing on the unsheltered population.
CAP Case Manager
Novant Health NHRMC
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Engaged with community partners to facilitate client access to housing, healthcare, employment, and educational services.
- Facilitated access to urgent support for clients in crisis.
- Created and modified service plans to meet clients' changing needs.
- Encouraged clients to actively engage in their care.
- Preserved the confidentiality and accuracy of client information with detailed documentation.
Social Worker
NHRMC Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2014 - 01.2022
- Performed evaluations to identify patients' physical, emotional, and social requirements.
- Facilitated seamless transitions for patients from hospital to home or alternative care settings.
- Linked patients to community resources to boost rehabilitation.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to recovery objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
5 2025
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
5 2013
Skills
- Communication
- Mental Health Support
- Community Resource Networking
- Homelessness Outreach & Support
- Advocacy & Client Empowerment
- Documentation & Record-Keeping
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Cultural Competency
- Compassionate
- Conflict resolution
- Social services
- Attention to detail
- Crisis intervention
- Analytical thinking
- Client confidentiality
- CPR, first aid, AED
Certification
LCSWA
Timeline
Social Worker
New Hanover County
02.2024 - Current
CAP Case Manager
Novant Health NHRMC
01.2022 - 02.2024
Social Worker
NHRMC Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2014 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Social Work
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
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