Calli Jepsen
Marina,CA
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in medical social work and case management with hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Intern (MSW)
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments for patients on inpatient medical floors
- Provide emotional support and crisis intervention to patients and families
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including nurses, physicians, and case managers, to develop discharge plans
- Assist with arranging post-hospital care, such as home health services, skilled nursing facility placements, and hospice referrals
- Provide education and resource navigation for patients and families regarding social services, financial assistance, and community support programs
- Advocate for patients' rights and needs within the healthcare system
- Facilitate family meetings and communicate discharge plans effectively
- Document social work interventions in electronic medical records (EMR) per hospital policies
- Identify and report cases of abuse, neglect, or safety concerns to appropriate agencies
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and case discussions
- Support patients experiencing complex social determinants of health challenges, including homelessness, mental health issues, and substance use disorders
Social Work Intern (MSW) / MSW Assistant/Task Supervisor
Coastal Kids Home Care
08.2023 - Current
- Held the title of MSW intern for palliative and end-of-life cases for children in Santa Cruz, Monterey, Santa Clara, and San Benito counties from August 2023-May 2024
- From May 2024-present hired as MSW assistant
- Currently provide compassionate, patient-centered social work services to pediatric patients and their families, focusing on palliative and end-of-life care in a home setting
- Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to create individualized care plans for children with serious, life-limiting illnesses
- Deliver case management services, ensuring that patients and families receive the appropriate resources, support, and advocacy throughout the care continuum
- Mentor and supervise three MSW interns, providing guidance on clinical practice, case management techniques, and navigating the complexities of pediatric palliative care
- Managed caseload efficiently, prioritizing tasks and maintaining timely communication with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering supportive environments for open communication and personal growth.
- Maintained client reports to track client progress, record interventions and provide relevant data for analysis.
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
- Supported families in addressing parenting challenges through education, resource connection, and skills training workshops.
Short and Long-term substitute teacher
Placer Hills Union Elementary School
02.2023 - 03.2025
- Taught 5th through 12th graders at Placer Hills Union Elementary School, Alta-Dutch Flat Union Elementary School, and Placer Union High School Districts
- Responsible for all levels of classroom and student management
Law Intern
Linnea Law Office
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Read case files and spoke to clients who were currently incarcerated
- Worked closely with one client who was currently incarcerated
- Helped to develop and create their reentry plan once paroled
- Supported on 7 to 10 cases during the internship
- Improved efficiency by organizing and maintaining a comprehensive filing system, ensuring easy access to important documents at all times.
Education
MSW - Social Work
California State University, Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA05.2025
B.A. - Psychological Science, Social Ecology
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA12.2022
Skills
- Hardworking
- Experience with diverse age groups
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
- Biopsychosocial assessments
- Patient advocacy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Resource navigation
- Emotional support
- Case management
- Client assessment
- Medical social work
Certification
Adult/Child Advanced First-Aid, CPR, AED, and Lifeguard Certified, 5 years
Outstanding Final Capstone Paper
Completed a 30 page Policy Analysis paper on how the definition of rape in California, Sweden and India impact survivors and access to resources for the final project of my MSW program. Was recognized as one of the two outstanding papers winning a scholarship and receiving a scholarship. Currently working with a professor to have the paper published in the Journal of Human Rights and Social Work.
Timeline
Social Work Intern (MSW)
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
08.2024 - 05.2025
Social Work Intern (MSW) / MSW Assistant/Task Supervisor
Coastal Kids Home Care
08.2023 - Current
Short and Long-term substitute teacher
Placer Hills Union Elementary School
02.2023 - 03.2025
Law Intern
Linnea Law Office
10.2020 - 01.2021
Adult/Child Advanced First-Aid, CPR, AED, and Lifeguard Certified, 5 years
MSW - Social Work
California State University, Monterey Bay
B.A. - Psychological Science, Social Ecology
University of California, Irvine
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