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Leslea White

Columbia

Summary

Experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a strong background in crisis intervention and case management. Track record of developing impactful treatment plans that enhance patient recovery via teamwork with various professionals. Proficient in community resource management and advocating for patients, ensuring holistic support for all demographics. Dedicated to improving stability and health outcomes in challenging situations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Behavioral Health Social Worker

MU Healthcare - Missouri Psychiatric Center
Columbia
12.2018 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive social work assessments and formulated treatment plans for inpatient psychiatric care.
  • Facilitated daily multi-disciplinary rounds to assess discharge needs for inpatients.
  • Delivered individual, family, and group therapy sessions to foster patient stability and recovery.
  • Collaborated with families and community agencies to strengthen support networks for patients.

Social Worker

Boone Hospital Center
Columbia
01.2016 - 12.2018
  • Coordinated discharge planning for hospice patients with palliative care team.
  • Managed discharge processes for neurology and neurosurgery patients requiring post-acute rehabilitation.
  • Provided case management for oncology and neurology services, addressing complex patient needs.
  • Supported additional case management across Maternal Child Health, ICU, cardiology, medical, and orthopedics as required.
  • Participated in daily multidisciplinary rounds to discuss discharge needs and strategies for inpatients.

Social Worker

University of Missouri Hospital
Columbia
01.2011 - 01.2016
  • Conducted interviews with patients and families to gather critical social information for treatment plans.
  • Counseled on discharge strategies and post-hospital care for effective patient transitions.
  • Facilitated referrals to agencies for securing additional community support services.
  • Collaborated with physicians and therapists to enhance patient care outcomes.
  • Provided counseling to aid illness adjustment and tackled personal health barriers.
  • Assessed needs, identifying resources for transportation, lodging, and food assistance.
  • Documented all activities adhering to departmental and hospital regulations.

University of Missouri Student Intern & Case Manager

Missouri Alliance for Children & Families (MACF)
Columbia
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Assessed strengths, barriers, and needs of children that have been separated from their families with the goal of stabilization and permanency.
  • Made referrals to public and private social service organizations, community agencies and resources to meet children and family needs.
  • Provided case management services to children and families to ensure the health and safety of each child and assist the family in attaining a more satisfactory social, economic, or physical state.
  • Participated and led multidisciplinary team meetings.
  • Maintained accurate records and prepared court reports.
  • Held and participated in weekly meetings with children in their current placements.
  • Provided comprehensive treatment planning and services.

Education

Master of Social Work -

University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri
05.2010

Master of Business Administration -

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona
11.2004

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -

Columbia College
Columbia, Missouri
12.1999

Skills

  • Social work assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Case management
  • Community resource allocation
  • Patient advocacy
  • Individual and family counseling
  • LCSW supervision
  • Treatment planning
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Cultural competency
  • Discharge planning
  • Problem solving
  • Safety planning
  • Assessment skills
  • Emergency response training
  • Case documentation
  • Strengths-based therapy
  • Life skills counseling
  • Psycho-social assessments
  • Risk assessment
  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Behavioral therapy
  • Referrals and networking
  • Clinical supervision
  • Mental health training
  • Attention to detail
  • Analytical thinking
  • Boundary setting

Certification

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) State Committee for Social Workers License Number 2015034295 September 2015 Missouri
  • Accredited Case Manager National Board of Case Management Certification Number 67336 December 2016 Missouri
  • LCSW Licensure Supervision Certification University of Missouri October 2020 Missouri

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Behavioral Health Social Worker

MU Healthcare - Missouri Psychiatric Center
12.2018 - Current

Social Worker

Boone Hospital Center
01.2016 - 12.2018

Social Worker

University of Missouri Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2016

University of Missouri Student Intern & Case Manager

Missouri Alliance for Children & Families (MACF)
01.2010 - 01.2011

Master of Social Work -

University of Missouri

Master of Business Administration -

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -

Columbia College

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