Oncology Social Worker

• Mar 2016 - Present

Carolyn Young, LMSW, Intensive Case Manager

• Aug 2012 - Present

Responsible for primary case managment activities associated with assessing and counseling clients diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. Facilitate HIV/AIDS Presentations to Community Partners to heighten awareness and education of the disease. Assist clients with lifestyle management, substance abuse issues, and personal treatment goals.Facilitate HIV/AIDS and Substance Abuse Psychoeducation Group weekly for women assigned to the program.Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments, referrals, and treatment plans on newly assigned clients. Maintain comprehensive understanding of the DSM-IV and DSM-5 as it applies to the clients mental and physical health diagnosis. Additionally, I supervise BSW and MSW Interns for nearby University. Show less

Intensive Case Manager, LMSW

• Aug 2012 - Present

Correctional Specialist

• Jan 2005 - Feb 2010

Inmate Case Manager - classified inmates upon admission to detention center. Assist inmates with legal, personal, and medical issues. Advocate for mental health issues of inmates. Make appropriate referrals to agencies. Victim Witness Coordinator for detention center. Inmate Case Manager - classified inmates upon admission to detention center. Assist inmates with legal, personal, and medical issues. Advocate for mental health issues of inmates. Make appropriate referrals to agencies. Victim Witness Coordinator for detention center.