Accomplishments
Highlights
Summary
Experience
Nashville, Tn 37216
H: 615-***-****
**************@*****.***
Acted as the department's "go-to" person for challenging calls and as the primary mentor for new employees.
Created opportunities for staff to enhance their knowledge of the various populations. Use multicultural interpreters when necessary to make the best impact in regard to communicating and locating appropriate resources.
Worked with Legal Services to assist in helping individuals with no support have options best suited for their situation.
Strong communicator
Culturally-sensitive
Creative
Skilled multi-tasker
Social networking expert
Fast learner
Detail-oriented
Valid Tennessee driver's license
Deadline-driven
I am a very systematic individual, yet flexible to people and their specific needs and community resources. I enjoy working with various cultures and socioeconomic groups. I have a passion for the Geriatric population. I consider myself a a highly-motivated community service professional skilled at networking, media outreach and relationship development. Flexible and versatile team player who maintains a sense of humor under pressure. I have spent over twenty -five years of my career life doing just that at Saint Thomas and Vanderbilt Medical Center.
July 2008
to
January 2011
Vanderbilt Medical Center Nashville, Tn
Social Worker/Casemanager
Responsible for multifaceted community outreach duties. Locating Housing, Assisting with food,clothing, and resources to maintain the family unit. Provided counseling regarding Alcoholism and drug abuse. Domestic violence assessments.Addressed questions and concerns from the general public.
Gathered and analyzed data on community needs and interests. Wrote an average of 60-70 comprehensive reports and presentations each month. Maintained up-to-date and accurate program files and records. Collaborated with community leaders, organizations and public agencies to promote the organization's community service programs.
Collected and entered statistical data into Curascript data base. November 1987
to
Saint Thomas West Nashville, Tennessee
Social Worker /Care Coordinator
Education
December 2007 Conducted needs' assessments and referred clients to financial, medical, social and comassistance and services. Maintained up-to-date and accurate program files and records. Wrote an average of 60-80 comprehensive reports and presentations each month. Collaborated with community leaders, organizations and public agencies to promote the organization's community service programs.
Collected and entered statistical data into Allscript database. 1987 UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE Memphis, Tennesee, USA Master of Science: Social Work
Early Childhood Education coursework
Concentration on Treatment
Psychology and Sociology coursework
Coursework in Health and Human Services Social Science, Social Welfare and Social Work coursework
Gerontology classes
1977 Tennessee State University Nashille, Tennessee, USA Bachelor of Science: Social Welfare
Psychology and Sociology coursework
Criminal Justice coursework
Early Childhood Education coursework
Coursework in Health and Human Services