Stephanie Fogarty-DeBlois
Arlington
Summary
Dynamic social worker with extensive experience at Hutchinson Health, specializing in client advocacy and crisis intervention. Proven ability to develop tailored intervention plans and facilitate multidisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in psychosocial assessment and compassionate support, enhancing client well-being and securing essential resources. Committed to fostering professional growth among colleagues through mentorship and training.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker/Care Management Team Lead
Hutchinson Health
08.2016 - Current
- Developed comprehensive service plans addressing client needs and goals.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance client support strategies.
- Conducted assessments to determine eligibility for various assistance programs.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support during critical situations.
- Mentored junior staff, promoting professional development and best practices.
- Implemented community outreach initiatives to raise awareness of available resources.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, recommending improvements based on client feedback.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Advocated for clients'' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
- Promoted a culture of self-care and professional development among colleagues, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged ongoing growth and learning.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions for clients struggling with mental health challenges or behavioral concerns.
- Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to build supportive, communicative client networks.
- Assisted clients in navigating the legal system, attending court hearings as needed and providing support throughout the process.
- Supervised interns or junior staff members, providing direction on best practices in social work and contributing to their professional growth as practitioners.
Social Worker
Belle Plaine Lutheran Home
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Facilitated client assessments to identify needs and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Provided counseling and support services to individuals and families facing various challenges.
- Collaborated with community resources to connect clients with essential services and programs.
- Developed and implemented educational workshops to promote mental health awareness and coping strategies.
- Advocated for clients' rights at institutional levels, fostering a more equitable support system.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate comprehensive care strategies for complex cases.
- Built strong, trust-based relationships with clients, facilitating effective support and advocacy.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for individuals and families to identify needs, leading to personalized intervention plans.
Placement/Employment Specialist
Carver-Scott Educational Cooperative
05.1992 - 01.2012
- Developed individualized employment plans to assist clients in achieving career goals.
- Facilitated workshops on resume writing and job search strategies for diverse client groups.
- Coordinated partnerships with local businesses to create job placement opportunities for clients.
- Conducted assessments to identify client skills and employment readiness, tailoring support services accordingly.
- Led initiatives aimed at increasing employer engagement in workforce development programs within the region.
- Assisted clients with completing job applications and submitting resumes to improve interview chances.
- Established strong relationships with local employers to match clients with suitable job opportunities.
- Enhanced client employability by conducting thorough assessments and identifying individual strengths and weaknesses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MNSkills
- Compassionate
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Intervention planning
- Referrals and networking
- Behavioral management
- Treatment Planning
- Psychosocial assessment
- Staff development
- Discharge planning
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Staff training and onboarding
- Mental health training
- Medicare and medicaid applications
- Group therapy specialist
- Licensed social worker (LSW)
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 currently, supervised new LSW graduates and social worker interns. Worked through the flow of COVID and multiple staff changes.
- Collaborated with the Ortho Team for an A3 Improvement project, the IPMH Team for an update of the CBT Group Therapy and several other teams/groups focused on patient care and improvement.
Timeline
Social Worker
Belle Plaine Lutheran Home
02.2018 - 03.2019
Social Worker/Care Management Team Lead
Hutchinson Health
08.2016 - Current
Placement/Employment Specialist
Carver-Scott Educational Cooperative
05.1992 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Minnesota State University, Mankato