A Residential Social Worker also known as a residential support worker or care officer and provides support to vulnerable residents of care homes, hostels, adult and youth centers. A well-drafted Residential Social Worker Resume mentions the following core duties – working with the group to assess the needs of each child, and establishing guidelines for behavior, providing leisure, sporting, and creative stimulation, acting as a positive role model, giving advice on independent living to those who are about to leave formal care, providing assistance with daily living skills such as budgeting, shopping, and claiming benefits, developing social and personal skills, and ensuring that residents are treated with dignity and living in a safe, comfortable and stimulating environment.
To become successful in this role, the following skills are crucial – the ability to communicate well with a wide range of people from different backgrounds, the ability to interpret and respond to resident’s needs with sensitivity and patience, and strong negotiating skills. While a degree is not a mandatory requirement, possessing a relevant qualification will be highly useful.
Summary : Highly qualified Residential Social Worker with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and I would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Skills : Spanish speaking, DMH Documentation experience, culturally diverse team player.
Description :
Provided trauma informed interventions, utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques to facilitate weekly individual, group and family counseling session.
Clinically trained in Progressive Counting and Solution Focused therapies.
Conducted thorough assessments of client needs / strengths.
Created and implemented appropriate treatment plans based on individual needs, family dynamics and court adjudications.
Ensured provision of appropriate services through agency resources and community referral.
Monitored home visits and evaluates progress towards treatment goals to ensure a timely and successful reunion between child and guardian or other appropriate least restrictive setting.
Coordinated services through regular treatment planning conferences, Child and Family Treatment meetings and consultation with other team members.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Master In Social Work
Residential Social Worker Resume
Summary : Experienced Residential Social Worker possessing in-depth knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis and treatment. Professionally trained to ensure quality, culturally competent care for a wide variety of individuals with diverse needs. Seeking an opportunity to expand my experience and skills within the Social Work field.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Office Equipment And Ordering Supplies.
Description :
Experienced clinician licensed in Social Work (LCSW) with strong clinical and people skills.
Assessed and treated including treatment planning for a full caseload of clients day to day, including individual, group and family therapy.
Executed full assessments including substance abuse history, family history, medical history, educational history and mental health history.
Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation with the Connections and ETO computer charting systems.
Collaborated with physicians, other community agencies including county departments of social services, schools, courts as well as with psychiatrists and nurses.
Maintained compliance with regulatory standards including HIPAA Family Support Provided support to families through education and advocacy as well as family counseling.
Trained Trained in Solution Focused Trauma Informed Care.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Masters In Social Work
Residential Social Worker Resume
Headline : Residential Social Worker is responsible for Ensuring the provision of social work services within two residential units. Caseload serves up to a total of 30 - 40 adults with IDD, many whom may have behavioral challenges and/or medical issues, Integral membering of the treatment team, who has the lead responsibility in the facilitation of admissions, transitions, discharges and transfers.
Skills : Service Manager, Auditing.
Description :
Worked with adolescent and adult clients with moderate to severe behavioral issues in the home and community settings.
Maintained state documentation for resources and services provided to the client.
Helped clients learn to become independent and actively involved in community activities.
Able to deescalate potentially volatile situations and circumstances with the children and adolescents I work with.
Able to help client's with complex problem-solving skills in difficult situations.
Able to help client's set goals for improvement which help create a structured environment in their daily lives and activities that they are involved in.
Provided positive role modeling techniques to encourage clients to become involved in activities in the school and community to build positive self-esteem and self-confidence.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Master Of Art In Psychology
Residential Social Worker Resume
Headline : I have worked as a Dispatcher, driver. I also have many years experience working with families, children of culturally diverse populations and settings.
Skills : Patient Care, Implementational Skills
Description :
Provided residential care services for individuals that were mentally retarded and persons with related conditions, to include mental illnesses, rendering aid and rehabilitative assistance.
Assisted them with everyday living.
Performed self-care for patients and basic laboratory assistance to those that were unable to care for themselves, to include dispensing medication and implementing crisis intervention skills and prevention training.
Assisted patients with eating, dressing, and bathing.
Managed their schedules and orchestrated community outings and doctor appointments.
Assisted in engaging patients who were uncooperative in diagnostic assessments or treatment.
Deployed techniques and strategies that calmed and/or restrain children who were uncooperative or threatening within the clinical setting.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Residential Social Worker Resume
Objective : Residential Social Worker is responsible for Conducting initial assessment of residents situation upon program entry to determine needs, Establishing course of action by exploring options and setting goals with clients, Obtaining assistance for residents by arranging for appointments and establishing rapport with other agencies.
Skills : Planning Skills, Security Management.
Description :
Performed psychosocial assessments, intake and discharge paperwork for individuals with developmental disabilities residing in intermediate care facilities.
Maintained benefits and entitlements such as Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, burial funds and special needs trusts.
Provided education and assist family and support systems obtain legal guardianship, health care proxy as needed.
Coordinated care and service plans with day program treatment teams by participating in monthly residence meetings as well as semi-annual and annual treatment team meetings.
Performed intake procedures in accordance with the Office of Persons with Developmental Disabilities and Front Door Process to interview potential candidates for open residential placements and conduct residence tours for organizations and families.
Educated on policies and procedures, regulations, and consumer rights Accomplishments Conducted screenings and filled openings for residents of group home Skills Used Learned to communicate effectively with an interdisciplinary team both inside and outside of the agency.
Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Residential Social Worker Resume
Headline : Residential Social Worker is responsible for Working with probation officers, domestic relations, courts, etc. to advocate for and assist residents in meeting their needs, Complying with federal, state and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements and advising management on needed actions.
Skills : Case Manager, Administrative Skills.
Description :
Monitored operation of facility and maintained accurate recordings of events.
Maintained resident sign-in -and-out log as well as all other log books and records.
Controlled contraband in facility through general observation of rooms and personal belongings.
Ensured facility cleanliness and monitored resident assignments.
Monitored resident behavior to ensure compliance with policies.
Assisted with client intake and discharge.
Maintained casework and administrative records.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma In General Studies
Residential Social Worker Resume
Objective : Residential Social Worker is responsible for Maintaining regular communication with the Director of Residential Programs on all residents and their progress, issues, behavior, etc, Working with Residential Program Advisors to coordinate meetings and transportation, Assisting graduating residents to find suitable housing in the community.
Skills : Community Management, Residential Care.
Description :
Maintained monthly SSI and burial accounts.
Provided training regarding the resident's privacy, confidentiality, resident's rights, incident reports and community inclusion to staff.
Advocated for appropriate residential placement for individuals while working with Bronx OPWDD and the Consumer Advisory Board (CAB).
Completed and implemented treatment plan.
Assessed children in residential care for personal and family needs and tracked each child's progress on a monthly basis.
Provided individualized assistance in meeting clients needs within an evidenced based framework.
Communicated effectively with clients about options for coping with issues related to the use of substances and/or alcohol.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BSW In Social Work
Residential Social Worker Resume
Summary : A social work Residential Social Worker position utilizing a strength-based counseling approach, in order to assist clients in changing and advancing their life situations.
Skills : Case Management, Therapist, Social Worker.
Description :
Planned were reviewed once monthly with the team and were re-developed every 6 months as goals were achieved.
Residential program worked with residents who remained at the facility for longer than 90 days.
Accompanied residents to their court reviews, met with residents at least once weekly for individual counseling sessions, and facilitated group counseling sessions pertaining to life skills.
Accompanied residents to meetings with outside therapeutic programming venues as needed or required in their treatment plan.
Provided individual counseling for dependent/delinquent adolescents in a residential treatment setting.
Held responsibility for casework, advocacy for adolescents at court hearings, development of Individual Service Plans and family therapy.
Served as co-facilitator of human growth and sexuality group and cottage team leader.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Master In Social Work
Residential Social Worker Resume
Summary : Residential Social Worker is responsible for Providing on-going assessment of behaviors and conditions experienced by clients; participating in the behavior management process, Participating in staff conferences, assesses for victimization and provides mental health crisis intervention with suicidal, psychotic or potential violent clients, Performing on call coverage as assigned, Focusing efforts on suicide prevention.
Skills : Criminal Law/Paralegal, Social Worker.
Description :
Worked shifts, inclusive of overnight sleep in's at the residential location.
Worked with staff, we nurtured routine; (where appropriate) family contact: with support from social workers and various statutory agencies.
Worked with a given young person.
Attended staff hand overs, compiling logs on each young person, ensuring logs are maintained and kept up to date: ensuring any issue is acted upon and correct procedures are then followed and adhered to.
Liaised with line management, Attend supervision and relevant training courses.
Documented all contacts with family and external team members.
Scheduled and attended individuals' annual/semi-annual reviews.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
MS
Residential Social Worker Resume
Objective : Residential Social Worker is responsible for Maintaining safety and security for clients. Conducts structured interviews with clients; gathering and assessing information regarding psychiatric, emotional or mental problems, their origin, progression and severity; assessing the proposed clients mental status and the need for treatment, and also Providing liaison support to contracted medication providers, Serving as a point of contact for families and service providers.
Skills : Social Worker, Clerical Skills, Medication.
Description :
Provided supervision to practicum students and/or interns.
Provided training and consults with corrections staff and service partners regarding client issues.
Provided insight into division mission, process, and policy through formal and informal discussion with parents and other appropriate contacts.
Provided discharge referrals to community-based agencies.
Provided individual and group mental health services towards the goal of no suicides in the facilities.
Conducted program required education groups.
Prepared and maintained a record of contacts and the clients progress.
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