Leslie Carter

Southaven, MS *****

adpg5p@r.postjobfree.com

662-***-****

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Medical Social Worker

Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare-South - Memphis, TN April 2019 to Present

• Conducts psychosocial assessments of patients and families and develops plans to address needs.

• Provides direct interventions to patients and their family/caregivers to address their emotional, social and environmental needs.

• Advocates for the safe discharge of patient to home or community resource, and supports preventive and follow-up care post-discharge.

Facilty Master Social Worker II

Fresenius Kidney Care - Memphis, TN

September 2017 to October 2020

• Participated in care planning in collaboration with the patient and healthcare team to identify effective interventions that will help the patient meet rehabilitation, treatment goals, and improve quality of life.

• Provided established outcomes driven psycho-educational counseling methods aimed at improving areas of need, treatment adherence, vocational/educational rehabilitation and/or quality of life.

• Assessed patient knowledge of kidney disease for barriers that may affect adherence to treatment. Works with patient, family and health care team to provide education tailored to the patient's learning style and needs.

Discharge Planner

Alliance Healthcare Services, Crisis Continuum - Memphis, TN May 2016 to February 2018

• Served as a liaison between patient and outside agencies

• Coordinated patient discharge evaluations

• Worked to transition patient to a lower level of care, including discussing placement options with patient and family members/caregivers

Crisis Specialist

Alliance Healthcare Services, Crisis Continuum - Memphis, TN November 2014 to January 2017

• Performed brief psychosocial assessments

• Made a determination of an appropriate disposition to meet the client's needs

• Facilitated clients' admission to inpatient psychiatric facilities Counselor

Memphis Recovery Centers, Youth Development Program - Memphis, TN June 2014 to April 2015

• Carried a patient caseload acting as a case manager

• Facilitated group therapy sessions

• Conducted alcohol and drug lectures/seminars

Internship Field Placement

Sunflower-Humphreys Counties Progress, INC, Adolescent Opportunity Program - Indianola, MS January 2014 to April 2014

• Developed activities for positive gains for youth

• Carried out intake admission process

• Completed client assessments

Internship Field Placement

Mississippi Department of Human Services, Division of Economic Assistance - Greenwood, MS August 2012 to November 2012

• Assisted case manager with TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) caseload

• Educated clients on the functionality of the TANF work program

• Networked with other state and local agencies to refer clients for other services Education

Master of Social Work in Social Work

Mississippi Valley State University - Itta Bena, MS August 2011 to May 2014

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in Psychology

Grambling State University - Grambling, LA

August 2007 to May 2011

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook Express, and Internet Explorer

• Individual / Group Counseling

• Case Management

• Crisis Intervention

• Group Therapy

• Behavioral Therapy

• Motivational Interviewing

• Social Work

• Mental Health Counseling

Certifications and Licenses

Licensed Master Social Worker

June 2017 to October 2022

License #11420

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