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sharon

ranson

407-***-****

ad1f7k@r.postjobfree.com

Orange City, FL 32763

SUMMARY

Compassionate Social Worker with 35 years of comprehensive experience providing social services to various groups of people to aid with day-to-day issues. Well-versed in assessing client strengths, advocating for client resources and conducting thorough home and community visits. Kind and respectful professional with demonstrated conflict resolution skills and strong decision-making abilities.

SKILLS

Intervention Planning

Staff Development

Client Advocacy

Case Documentation

Client Needs Assessment

Discharge Planning

Treatment Planning

Grief and Bereavement Counseling

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Compassionate

Community Resources

Grief Processes

Family Case Management

Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Psycho-Social Assessments

EXPERIENCE

Social Worker -

Port Orange, FL

Halifax Health Hospice/ Jul 2004 to Current

Provided direct clinical social work services to individuals and families in a community hospice health setting.

Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.

Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals. Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress. Implemented social service interventions to achieve treatment goals and address client needs.

Maintained lists of resources helpful to clients.

Offered grief and bereavement counseling to support family members after death of loved ones.

Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns. Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.

Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.

Assisted and advocated for clients obtaining financial resources and government entitlements.

Implemented and formulated tailored treatment plans with needs evaluation and patient psychosocial functioning.

Collaborated with family members to provide comprehensive support services to clients.

Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency standards.

Attended team meetings and provided feedback on case updates and treatment recommendations.

Performed psychosocial assessments and documented casework. Provided direct clinical social work services to individuals and families in a mental health setting.

Director of Social Services

DeBary, FL

DeBary Manor Nursing and Rehab/ Jan 2001 to Jul 2004 Coordinated with community partners to ensure access to appropriate resources for clients.

Provided ongoing training and support to staff members ensuring up-to-date knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to social services field. Maintained accurate records for all cases as required by state law or agency policy. Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate efforts towards achieving common goals.

Ensured compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to social services field.

Educated residents and families regarding private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans Administration and other possible sources of funding for required care. Advocated for residents in response to stated needs for care quality, food, facilities and resident interactions.

Assisted residents in adjustment to new environments and provided counseling for resident and family to assure psychosocial health and contentment. Provided direct service and support by handling referrals for advocacy issues or resolving complaints.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Master of Science: Social Work

University of Central Florida Dec 2003

Orlando, FL

Bachelor of Science: Social Work

Florida Atlantic University Dec 1985

Boca Raton, FL

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