Shetika Nicole Watkins
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Accomplished, goal oriented, and results driven leader interested in working in the Social Services field.
QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS
• More than 11 years of experience as strategic planner and counseling experience.
• Great skills in utilizing organizational management training to facilitate daily duties.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills.
• Capable of training and education staff in client need resolution.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Meharry Medical College 2005-2011
Case Manager II Nashville, TN
• Assist in management and counsel to clients that reside in 92 bed alcohol and drug facility.
• Demonstrate understanding of the range of treatment and interventions needed for chemically dependent individuals.
• Organize and facilitate group and individual counseling sessions.
• Conduct substance evaluations to perspective clients and place clients according to level of care and treatment.
• Transport patients to off-site events, meetings, and healthcare facilities.
• Act as a liaison with insurance carriers and referral sources.
TN Dept. of Children Services 2000-2005
Case Manager II Nashville, TN
• Perform case management responsibilities in accordance with state and federal laws.
• Engage and assess families from a strength based perspective.
• Attend court hearings; prepare and file all court documents within required time frames.
• Continually assess risk of abuse neglect and threatened harm by gathering appropriate information.
• Develop and implement a plan that meets the needs of the children and the family.
• Assist individuals and families in crisis in a way that promotes positive change, growth, development, and safety for all family members.
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EDUCATION
Tennessee State University
Major: B.S. Psychology Minor: Sociology
Graduation: May 2000
Belmont University
Master Program: M.ED./Organizational Management & Leadership
Graduation: Dec 2009
Capella University
Major: DHA Health Care Administration Minor: General Health Administration
Graduation: 2013
HONORS & AWARDS
2004 Tennessee Voices for Children Partnership Award (Outstanding Performance in Non-Profit)
COMPUTER SKILLS
Knowledgeable of MS Office Suite
References
Can be provided upon request