Dynamic Social Worker with extensive experience at Renaissance Adult Day Health Center, excelling in psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention. Proven ability to advocate for clients, enhance service accessibility, and facilitate community resource referrals. Skilled in individual counseling and compassionate support, fostering resilience and positive outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
Renaissance Adult Day Health Center
Washington DC
03.2019 - Current
Provided psychosocial assessments to patients and their families.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient needs and plan appropriate interventions.
Maintained detailed records regarding patient progress, clinical interventions and case notes in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Created educational materials on topics related to mental health.
Conducted individual and family counseling sessions for clients
Coordinated referrals to other healthcare professionals as needed.
Educated caregivers about the importance of providing emotional support to patients during illness or recovery periods.
Developed group therapy activities in order to promote socialization and self-care skills among participants.
Initiated contact with local agencies and organizations to ensure access to quality healthcare services.
Facilitated referrals to community resources, such as housing or financial assistance programs.
Counseled individuals suffering from chronic illnesses on how best to manage symptoms while maintaining a positive outlook on life.
Acted as an advocate for vulnerable populations by connecting them with essential resources within the community.
Guided clients in development of skills and strategies for dealing with individual problems.
Documented services and collected required data for evaluation.
Coordinated psychosocial assessments, treatment plans and progress notes.
Addressed barriers to care, including transportation, financial issues, and language barriers.
Guided patients and families through the healthcare system, including insurance processes.
Maintained confidential case documentation.
Educated patients and families on coping strategies for dealing with illness and hospitalization.
Facilitated access to community resources and services for patients and families.
Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, assessments, and plans.
Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to patients and their families.
Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patient needs and strengths.
Referred client or family to appropriate community resources to obtain support for mental or physical illness.
Educated clients on options to assist in making informed decisions.
Tracked patient or client care and followed through to provide service effectiveness.
Collaborated with other professionals to assess client needs.
Provided information to access financial assistance, legal aid or housing.
Counseled clients or patients individually and in group sessions to assist recovery from illness and to adjust to life.
Social Worker
Department of Human Services
Washington DC
09.2010 - 09.2017
Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
Provided crisis intervention services, as needed.
Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Howard University
Washington, DC
05-1978
Skills
Psychosocial assessment
Crisis intervention
Case documentation
Individual counseling
Community resource referral
Group therapy facilitation
Patient advocacy
Healthcare navigation
Coping strategy education
Emotional support provision
Clinical intervention
Barrier identification
Behavioral counseling
Assessment skills
Individual and group counseling
Boundary setting
Community resources
Client advocacy
Educational support
Policy planning
Client confidentiality
Clinical supervision
Life skills development
Life skills counseling
Mental health training
Attention to detail
Case management
Crisis intervention techniques
Psychosocial assessments expert
Referrals and networking
Community training
Confidential documentation and recordkeeping
Grief processes
Risk assessment
Biopsychosocial assessments
Empathy building
Compassionate
Service accessibility improvements
Violence prevention
Child welfare and protective services
Service planning
Capacity building
Motivational interviewing
Client documentation
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Affiliations
Jewelry Making
sewing
reading
traveling
Accomplishments
Volunteer - Washington Surburban Sanitation Dispute Resolution Board