Aspiring Social Work Internship Candidate
Resume:
Sara Meeker
Social Worker
Sandy, OR ***** +1-971-***-**** **************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Social worker with experience in case planning, advocacy, and connecting to community resources to meet the needs of families. Skilled in documentation on multiple systems. Experienced in working with a diverse range of individuals with a passion for promoting equity within the community. Work Experience
Administrative Specialist
Department of Human Services Salem, OR
October 2022 to Present
• Evaluate fitness of applicants to work with vulnerable Oregonians
• Manage multiple tasks while working in a face paced environment
• Following state regulations, protocols, and laws
• Review, create and process legal documents
• Promote equity among all groups of people
• Investigate reports of child abuse
• Attend unit meetings and trainings
• Documentation on multiple systems
• Interviewing clients to assess their needs
• Casework
Success Navigator
Umpqua Community College Roseburg, OR
May 2022 to October 2022
• Student screening and intake
• Assisting disadvantaged students with STEP program
• Case management and writing case plans
• Financial tracking systems
• Electronic and paper documentation
• Advocating for students within the school and with community partners
• Multitasking with phone, computer, and other tasks Domestic Violence Advocate Intern
Peace at Home Roseburg, OR
January 2022 to August 2022
• Work with survivors of domestic violence to safety plan
• Volunteered at domestic violence shelter
• Interviewed clients
• Organized paperwork
• Cleaned facility
• Answered phone line
• Community outreach
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Albertina Kerr Aloha, OR
February 2020 to February 2021
• Intervening in crisis and to avoid crisis situations
• Documenting on computer healthcare systems
• Advocate for needs of the client within and outside the company
• Maintain confidentiality
• Managing and prioritizing time and tasks
• Collaborate and communicate with team members and community members
• Participate in team meetings
• Direct client care
Direct Support Professional
Alternative Services Inc. Portland, OR
July 2017 to July 2019
• Documenting on computer and paper healthcare systems
• De-escalating escalated clients and conflict resolution
• Answering company phone and electronic fax
• Complying with HIPPA regulations
• Collaborate with outside agencies and resources
• Direct work with individuals living with disabilities Customer Service Representative
Xerox Portland, OR
January 2014 to November 2016
• Reviewing and assessing financial information
• Determine eligibility for upgrades and plan changes
• Collaborate with team members
• Resolving conflict
• Managing multiple tasks at once
Direct Care Worker
Center for Continuous Improvement Portland, OR
May 2012 to December 2013
• Evaluating interactions between parents and clients to assess safety and parenting
• Managing and prioritizing time and tasks
• Collaborate and communicate with team members and community members
• Documenting on computer healthcare systems and paper systems
• Conflict resolution
• Direct work with individuals living with disabilities Education
Social Work (Graduate School)
Walden University Remote
July 2024 to Present
Social Sciences (Bachelor's degree)
Portland State University Portland, OR
September 2022 to June 2024
Human Services (Case Aid Certificate)
Umpqua Community College Roseburg, OR
June 2021 to June 2022
Human Services (Addictions Treatment Certificate)
Umpqua Community College Roseburg, OR
June 2021 to June 2022
Human Services (Addiction Studies Certificate)
Umpqua Community College Roseburg, OR
June 2021 to June 2022
Human Services (Associate of Applied Science (AAS)) Umpqua Community College Roseburg, OR
June 2021 to June 2022
Foundations in Human Services (Certificate)
Portland Community College Portland, OR
December 2019 to December 2021
Medical Assistant (Certificate)
Sanford-Brown Institute, Portland Portland, OR
October 2010 to December 2011
Skills
Safety plans Child Protective Services Developmental Disabilities Experience Conflict Management Case Management Social Work Critical thinking Crisis Intervention Flexibility Computer skills
Certifications and Licenses
Mental Health First Aid
Present
Driver's License
March 2010 to September 2026
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
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