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Robin Michelle Braswell

Raleigh

Summary

Compassionate social worker skilled in providing critical support and developing effective strategies for diverse client populations. Possess strong abilities in assessing individual needs, designing tailored intervention plans, and facilitating community resources to address complex challenges. Demonstrated impact through improved client well-being and enhanced access to social services. Proven track record in advocating for clients' rights and fostering positive outcomes in challenging environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

HUD/VASH Social Worker, Mon-Fri, 8am - 4:30pm

Durham VA Medical Center
Durham
07.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for data collection, administrative record keeping, and monitoring patient or program clinical indicators, thresholds, and performance measurements.
  • Develops working relationships and agreements with other organizations and directly coordinates with the designated PHA regarding housing voucher application and award process of each veteran.
  • Clinical Assessment, under supervision evaluates the veteran's situation, abilities, and capabilities, and arrives at a reasoned conclusion including assessment of vulnerability and prioritization for admission.
  • Assesses at risk-factors and develops a psychosocial treatment plan, involving the veteran and family or significant others, and identify needs, strengths and performs an insightful assessment of serious and complicated cases involving psychiatric illness which may also include, catastrophic medial conditions, dementia, traumatic brain injuries and other high-risk diagnoses. Coordination with interdisciplinary team members based on goals of clinical treatment. Utilizes professional judgment and practice skills to make psychosocial diagnosis.

Social Worker/In-Home CPS, Mon-Fri 8:00am - 4:30pm

Department of Health and Human Services
Raleigh
02.2023 - 05.2023

Care Coordinator, Mon-Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Advance Community Health
Raleigh
07.2022 - 02.2023
  • Completed Health Risk assessment, PHQ-9, needs assessment, treatment planning, and reassessment services.
  • Screened clients for eligibility for direct and support services and refer clients to needed services, such as mental health, housing crisis, and employment assistance.
  • Maintained documentation of all client encounters and complete reporting requirements according to organizations standards.
  • Scheduled patient appointments. Coached patient on how to effectively communicate with provider and care team.
  • Assisted with community resources for social determinants of health (SDOH) and healthy lifestyle resources (housing, clothing, food, smoking cessation, exercise options, etc.)

Generalist Social Work Intern Wed-Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Durham VA Medical Center
Durham
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Provided intensive case management services, evaluation/consultation, placement services, psychosocial assessments, and referral to various community agencies for Veterans who are involved with the justice system or incarceration.
  • Provided services to eligible veterans and their family members to meet biological, psychological, social, and environmental needs.
  • Analyzed Veterans health care and psychosocial problems and needs, while providing clinical oversight, coordination, and creative problem-solving skills.

Specialist Social Work Intern, Wed-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Formerly Incarceration Transition Program (FIT Connect)
Raleigh
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Collaborated with federally qualified health centers to enroll new clients to heath care services.
  • Empowered clients to become self-sufficient by improving their health and wellness goals.
  • Advocated on behalf of the client for essential health care services.

Senior Parole Case Analyst Mon-Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Parole Commission/Department of Public Safety
Raleigh
04.2012 - 01.2020
  • Employed knowledge of psychological and sociological aspects when working with subjects.
  • Managed a high-level case load of over 1,000 cases simultaneously with limited supervision and responded to public attorneys and offenders' enquiries while collaborating with colleagues to achieve successful outcomes.
  • Interpreted legal documents and conducted legal research and investigations.
  • Assisted case analyst with escalated issues, problem cases, and difficult agencies within a fast-paced environment.
  • Adapted and kept abreast of changing circumstances in the law, policies, regulations, and best practices.
  • Completed case files for review by specified due dates.

Case Manager, Mon-Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Raleigh Correctional Center for Women
Raleigh
05.2007 - 04.2012
  • Managed multiple cases simultaneously while interviewing offenders and completing assessment plans.
  • Provided support and oversight to associates.
  • Located resources related to transitional housing and rehabilitation programs.
  • Attended team meetings with internal and external professionals, such as reentry specialists, community councils and community volunteers.
  • Performed under pressure to resolve crisis related to case management.
  • Documented all efforts regarding case management plans and goals for assigned offenders.

Education

Joint Master of Social Work -

UNC Greensboro & North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC
05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology (Criminal Justice)

Shaw University Cape Program
Raleigh, NC
05.2010

Skills

  • Outlook
  • Victim Witness Basic
  • Ethics
  • Case Management
  • Mental Health First Aid USA
  • HIPAA Training
  • Clinical assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Resource coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Cultural competency
  • Conflict resolution
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Shelter arrangements
  • Efficient under pressure
  • Attention to detail

Schedule

Monday - Friday

8:00am - 4:30pm

Timeline

HUD/VASH Social Worker, Mon-Fri, 8am - 4:30pm

Durham VA Medical Center
07.2023 - Current

Social Worker/In-Home CPS, Mon-Fri 8:00am - 4:30pm

Department of Health and Human Services
02.2023 - 05.2023

Care Coordinator, Mon-Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Advance Community Health
07.2022 - 02.2023

Generalist Social Work Intern Wed-Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Durham VA Medical Center
08.2021 - 05.2022

Specialist Social Work Intern, Wed-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Formerly Incarceration Transition Program (FIT Connect)
09.2020 - 04.2021

Senior Parole Case Analyst Mon-Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Parole Commission/Department of Public Safety
04.2012 - 01.2020

Case Manager, Mon-Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Raleigh Correctional Center for Women
05.2007 - 04.2012

Joint Master of Social Work -

UNC Greensboro & North Carolina A&T State University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology (Criminal Justice)

Shaw University Cape Program

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