Allyssa Yard
Springfield
Summary
Master of Social Work candidate interested in supplementing her graduate-level education with skill building through a 500 hour, summer semester internship.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Worker
SIU Survivor Recovery Center
09.2024 - Current
- Built trust within diverse communities through cultural competency training, empathetic communication skills, and active listening techniques.
- Addressed patient concerns and provided support to vulnerable demographics through a trauma-informed lens.
- Connected individuals and families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to successful therapeutic treatment and improving quality of life.
- Monitored and documented participants' progress toward individualized health goals.
- Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
Community Health Worker
SIU Center for Family Medicine
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Connected families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to healthcare access and improving quality of life.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions, connected clients with resources as needed.
- Provided crisis intervention and supportive counseling services to assist clients facing issues and problems.
- Provided ongoing support for clients managing chronic conditions, contributing to better self-management and reduced complications.
- Promoted access to healthcare services for underprivileged populations through community outreach efforts.
BSW Intern
SIU Survivor Recovery Center
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Participated in trauma-informed trainings and client care.
- Participated in weekly interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Conducted assertive outreach strategies to engage clients of a vulnerable population.
- Shadowed case management and therapy appointments.
- Utilized empathetic communication and active listening skills to create a safe atmosphere for clients.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
12.2020 - 03.2024
- Provided ongoing support to employees during challenging situations.
- Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Ensured smooth operations during peak hours by effectively managing resources and staff allocation.
Education
Master of Social Work - Advanced Clinical Practice
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL08-2025
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Illinois At Springfield
Springfield, IL12-2023
No Degree - Communication
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ08-2022
Associate of Arts -
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL12-2021
Skills
Trauma-informed care
Cultural humility
Rapport-building
Assessments of social functioning
Case management
Goal-setting
CBT
Motivational interviewing
References
Jeanne Hansen, LCSW, Executive Director of the SIU Survivor Recovery Center - jhansen@siumed.edu, 217-545-7815
Sicely Kluge, LCSW and Education Coordinator at the SIU Survivor Recovery Center - skluge82@siumed.edu, 217-545-7815
Jill Koester, LCPC at the SIU Survivor Recovery Center - jkoester91@siumed.edu, 217-545-7815
More available upon request.
Timeline
Community Health Worker
SIU Survivor Recovery Center
09.2024 - Current
Community Health Worker
SIU Center for Family Medicine
03.2024 - 09.2024
BSW Intern
SIU Survivor Recovery Center
06.2023 - 12.2023
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
12.2020 - 03.2024
Master of Social Work - Advanced Clinical Practice
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Illinois At Springfield
No Degree - Communication
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts -
Lincoln Land Community College
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