Tracy Kamau, LMSW
Rosedale,MD
Summary
Proactive Licensed Social Worker with extensive experience in client centered services demonstrating a commitment to serving vulnerable populations. Eager to secure a position that offers professional advancement and challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Care Coordinator
Healthcare Access Maryland
09.2023 - Current
- Facilitated team meetings to provide consultations for medically and behavioral complex cases, and general case discussion for sharing of best practices and resources
- Conducted home and telephone assessments to provide linkage to coordination to primary care, dental care and preventive health screenings
- Effectively assessed clients needs, communicated and collaborated with referring entities and functioned as a liaison to external agencies
- Documented client assessments, activity, treatment plans resolutions, and prepared statistical reports.
Housing Case Manager
Community Assistance Network
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted clients in developing budgeting skills and financial planning strategies necessary for maintaining stable housing
- Promoted a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and offering assistance when needed.
- Monitored and tracked client progress through comprehensive case notes, utilizing data to inform program evaluation efforts and adapt services as needed.
- Established partnerships within the community to address various barriers faced by clients seeking stable housing opportunities, such as employment or mental health support services.
Child Protective Services Social Worker
Baltimore City Department of Human Services
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Improved child safety by conducting thorough assessments and investigations of reported cases of child abuse and neglect.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to family services.
- Established working relationships with other states and local agencies, coordinated investigations with law enforcements and utilized community resources
- Prevented unnecessary out-of-home placements by implementing preventative measures and connecting families with community resources.
MSW International Casework Intern
International Social Services
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Facilitated and provided exchange of required information and documentation to global agencies and social work contractors.
- Managed compiled services and verified that service providers are submitting requested documents in accordance with protocols.
- Completed comprehensive community resources assessments to where a child maybe placed to meet child specific needs
- Conducted regular follow-ups on all cases post placement
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD05.2021
Skills
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Great Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership
- Documentation
- Excellent Communication Skills (written and verbal)
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Community Outreach
- Time Management
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Goal Setting
- Strategic Planning
Certification
Licensed Social Worker (LMSW)
Timeline
Social Work Care Coordinator
Healthcare Access Maryland
09.2023 - Current
Housing Case Manager
Community Assistance Network
11.2022 - 09.2023
Child Protective Services Social Worker
Baltimore City Department of Human Services
12.2021 - 01.2023
MSW International Casework Intern
International Social Services
08.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Social Work
Morgan State University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Morgan State University
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