Caring Social Worker offering case management expertise quickly building trust and rapport with clients from diverse cultures. Highly adept at case planning and diagnosis management. Committed to achieving high-quality, cost-effective care for patients and families.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Worker
John howard society
Ottawa, ON
03.2021 - Current
Created monthly reports summarizing caseload activities for review by supervisor.
Consulted family and friends of patient to determine cause of issues and provide solutions.
Developed relationships with local agencies to ensure access to necessary services for clients.
Responded promptly to phone calls from clients or referral sources seeking assistance or information about available resources.
Conducted intake interviews and bio-psycho-social assessments to determine clients' eligibility and suitability for program.
Coordinated case management functions through placement monitoring, crisis intervention and discharge planning.
Collaborated with other departments within the agency to ensure that all services are provided in a timely manner.
Assisted clients with job searches, budgeting, parenting skills, housing resources and other social services as needed.
Provided casework services to clients, including conducting initial assessments and developing individualized case plans.
Developed individualized service plans based on client's strengths and identified needs.
Assessed clients for neglect and abusive situations to compile documentation for court hearings and reports.
Caseworker
Lower Town Community Resource Center
Ottawa, ON
02.2019 - 02.2021
Collaborated with community members to educate public regarding issues such as drug abuse prevention and traffic safety.
Interviewed potential clients, collecting personal information to determine eligibility for social assistance.
Developed and implemented fundraising approaches to raise money for cause.
Participated in team meetings, providing input regarding client care plans.
Developed individualized plans for clients and monitored progress towards goals.
Assisted clients in developing life skills and independent living abilities.
Provided assertive community-based rehabilitation and case management services to high-risk mentally ill patients.
Maintained accurate records of client progress, services provided, and any issues encountered.
Education
Social Work
La Cité Collégiale
Ottawa, ON
12-2018
Skills
Records Management
Service Planning
Client Documentation
Client Advocacy
Policy Planning
Educational Support
Family Case Management
Crisis Intervention
Staff Development
Risk Assessment
Life Skills Development
Treatment Planning
Violence Prevention
Progress Tracking
Patient Care Understanding
Motivational Interviewing
Timeline
Case Worker
John howard society
03.2021 - Current
Caseworker
Lower Town Community Resource Center
02.2019 - 02.2021
Social Work
La Cité Collégiale
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