Patricia Estrada
Desert Hot Springs
Summary
Dedicated social worker with extensive experience at JFK Hospital, skilled in crisis intervention and client advocacy. Proven ability to develop tailored care plans and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing patient outcomes. Committed to compassionate support and effective case management, ensuring access to vital community resources for diverse populations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Social Worker
Family Hospice
Palm Springs
06.2024 - 01.2026
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored care plans.
- Documented case notes accurately in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for patient rights and resources, ensuring access to necessary community services.
Medical Social Worker
JFK Hospital
Indio, CA
02.2006 - 11.2011
- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patient needs and develop tailored care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate resources and services for patients.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to patients and families facing health challenges.
- Implemented discharge planning processes to ensure seamless transitions from hospital to home care.
- Educated patients on community resources, enhancing access to necessary social services.
- Offered crisis intervention services to address urgent concerns related to mental health, substance abuse, or domestic violence issues.
- Supported ethical decision-making processes among healthcare teams by providing guidance on complex cases involving end-of-life care or medical ethics dilemmas.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
Clinical Therapist
Family Center
Covina, CA
07.2001 - 01.2006
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to address mental health challenges.
- Developed personalized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and families.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate client needs and progress effectively.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to improve client outcomes.
- Supervised and mentored junior therapists, enhancing team performance and skills development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care coordination.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through professional development, staying current on best practices in the field of therapy.
- Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA06-1991
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
California State University
Los Angeles, CA05-1982
Skills
- Compassionate
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Crisis intervention
- Motivational interviewing
- Client confidentiality
- Crisis assessment
- Assessment skills
- Client documentation
- Family case management
- Community resources
- Multicultural competence
Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Social Worker
Family Hospice
06.2024 - 01.2026
Medical Social Worker
JFK Hospital
02.2006 - 11.2011
Clinical Therapist
Family Center
07.2001 - 01.2006
Master of Science - Social Work
California State University, Long Beach
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
California State University