Experience

WAKEMED HEALTH & HOSPITALS

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Case Manager/ Social Worker MSW LCSWA

  • Nov 2021 - Present



Healing Transitions

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Child and Family Resource Specialist

  • Jul 2006 - Present



WAKEMED HEALTH & HOSPITALS

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Social Work Intern (MSW)

  • Aug 2020 - May 2021

  Works collaboratively with the Nurse Case Manager and other patient care team members.Developed discharge plans, safety, and behavior plans, and identified various interventions and community resources for pediatric behavioral health/IDD patients.Coordinates the assistance necessary to meet patient-specific needs relative to placement, basic living resources, home health resources, counseling, and post-hospital support to optimize outcomes.Participated in clinical team planning meetings to provide patient progress reports and consult with team members.Composed Progress notes for pediatric patients in EPIC (Electronic Medical Record).Serves as an advocate to ensure that patient’s physical, psychological, and social needs are identified and fulfilled in a timely basis and that rights are respected and addressed.Conducted clinical assessment with patients in the ED (Emergency Department).Conducted assessment and completed paperwork for IVC process on patients in the Behavioral Health Unit and ED. Coordinated transitional case management services for patients discharging from the hospital.



North Carolina Department Health Human Services - Children's Development Services Agency (CDSA)

• Habilitation Specialist III

  • Jan 2005 - Aug 2006

  Provided intensive service coordination for 30-35 infants and toddlers (birth to 3) and their families.Conducted home visits, intakes, and all aspects of service planning, coordination, and linking to appropriate interventions and services.Authorized and monitored early intervention services according to federal and state regulations.Composed daily progress notes and completed all other required documentation in accordance with state guidelines.Facilitated monthly meetings with all service providers working with the children and families.



DURHAM COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH/ OPC- Durham, Child and Family Services

• Case Manager II

  • May 2000 - Jan 2005

  Completed clinical intake assessments and screenings for individuals with mental health concerns and substance use issues. Provided case management services for 20-25 children with mental health diagnosed and/ or substance use disorders, including identifying and linking clients to resources, providing advocacy and crisis intervention to families and teaching problem-solving techniques. Provided home visits with families and other community agencies to assist clients and their families with needs and monitor progress to goals. Knowledgeable of Medicaid requirements and documentation timeframes. Composed court summaries and testified in court on clients’ and family progress.Developed person-centered service plans with the client’s Child and Family Team.Conducted residential site reviews and completed incident/accident reporting forms.



CAROLINA CORRECTIONAL SERVICES INC

• United States
• Public Safety

• Substance Abuse Counselor

  • Apr 2000 - Dec 2003

  Facilitated substance abuse educational groups and parenting classes for court-ordered adolescents and their families 3-4 times a week.Developed a curriculum for adolescents with substance use disorders.Composed court summaries of client’s progress in-group.Collaborated with juvenile court counselors and school officials to developed person-centered service plans and coordinate referrals to community providers. Facilitated substance abuse educational groups and parenting classes for court-ordered adolescents and their families 3-4 times a week.Developed a curriculum for adolescents with substance use disorders.Composed court summaries of client’s progress in-group.Collaborated with juvenile court counselors and school officials to developed person-centered service plans and coordinate referrals to community providers.



Durham County Mental , TASC Program

• Adolescent Substance Abuse Counselor II

  • Apr 1998 - May 2000

  Completed TASC assessments and mental health intakes on court-ordered adults and adolescents.Conducted case management duties, including out-of-home placement, case maintenance, follow-up, monthly reports, referrals to appropriate services, court reporting, and narrative writing for court-involved adolescents with a substance use disorder or an intensive family history of substance use disorders.Facilitated a weekly TOPS (Treatment Orientation Program Service). Completed TASC assessments and mental health intakes on court-ordered adults and adolescents.Conducted case management duties, including out-of-home placement, case maintenance, follow-up, monthly reports, referrals to appropriate services, court reporting, and narrative writing for court-involved adolescents with a substance use disorder or an intensive family history of substance use disorders.Facilitated a weekly TOPS (Treatment Orientation Program Service).