~ Highly analytical and driven MSW Graduate with excellent administrative and organizational strengths eager to launch a career as a Social Worker. ~

 

 

         Considerable knowledge and expertise in counseling individuals dealing with depression, anger, substance abuse, and HIV/AIDS.

         Incisive, methodical, and adept at one-on-one counseling, group facilitation, and associated administrative tasks such as record keeping and report preparation.

         Able to deliver individual, couple, family, and group therapy to clients from diverse cultural, religious, socioeconomic, and philosophical backgrounds.

         Excel in conducting in-depth mental health assessments, providing crisis intervention, and formulating diagnoses.

         Maximize positive outcomes by establishing linkages for clients with community agencies and resources.

         As a former Drug and Alcohol Coordinator with the military, administered drug/alcohol programs which focused on prevention, education, identification, assessment and treatment.

 

 

Master of Social Work, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, 2009

 

B.S. in Social Psychology, Park College, Parkville, MO, 1991 

 

Additional Training:

 

• State Certified Legal Assistant
• State of Florida HIV 501
• Baker Act

 

 

Francis House, Tampa, FL, 2009

Social Work Intern

• Applied dynamic versatility in providing one-on-one counseling, and facilitating 3 therapy groups for men, women, children, couples and families affected by HIV/AIDS.
• Conducted in-depth psychosocial assessments of clients and families to clarify and analyze mental health needs and goals, and determine and implement optimum treatment.
• Skillfully coordinated intake process, prepared comprehensive client evaluations, and demonstrated proficiency in case management.
• Contributed to planning and key decision-making efforts as member of Board of Directors.

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

Tampa Care Clinic, Tampa, FL, 2007 to 2008

Social Work Intern

         Balanced compassion with professionalism in providing counseling to individuals, couples and families dealing with HIV/AIDS, sexual identity, family issues, and trauma.

         Maintained accurate and organized client files in accordance with government and clinic requirements and policies.

         Partnered with program manager in assessing and formulating mental health diagnoses, planning and administering treatment, and providing patient education and counseling.

         Performed community outreach and facilitated  psycho-educational and support groups for HIV+ individuals.

         Employed appropriate therapeutic interventions to aid patients and families in identifying and dealing with mental and emotional instability, and provided referrals to community-based resources/services as appropriate.

         Assisted individuals in developing effective coping skills and making positive lifestyle changes.

         Proactively served as Committee Member for World Aids Day 2008 activities.

 

 

Prior background:

 

Computer Assistant, Technology Training Associates, Tampa, FL, 2007 to 2008

Marketing Assistant/Webmaster, Mac Dill AFB ,Tampa, FL, 2006 to 2007

Computer Assistant, Randolph AFB, Universal City, TX, 2005 to 2006

Personnel Security Manager, 321^st Civil Affairs Brigade, San Antonio, TX, 2004 to 2005

Web Content Manager, Defense Finance Accounting Service, Indianapolis, IN, 2003 to 2004

Facility Manager, New Horizons, Austin, TX, 2003

Drug & Alcohol Coordinator, U.S. Army / Texas Army National Guard, Austin, TX, 1978 to 2003

 

 

Member, National Association of Social Workers (NASW), Florida Chapter

 

Member, Pi Gamma Mu and Pi Sigma Theta