Kyrah M.
Gibbs
8550 Magellan Pkwy Richmond, VA 23227 (804) 627-5300 [Link]@[Link]
Objective
To utilize my educational and professional experiences in obtaining employment in the social work profession
Education
Virginia State University – Petersburg, VA May 2015
Bachelor of Science in Social Work
Social Work Experience
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Hospital- Sitter 10/2017-Present
• Observed patients who are at risk for falls and other harm to themselves
• Reported all unusual activity from the patient to the nurse; alerted staff of medical emergencies; Infection Control
• Accurately recorded data and notified Nurse of any changes in status.
• Maintained a safe, clean and orderly environment.
Compasion LLC - TDT/IHC 12/2016 – 07/2017
• Handled counseling sessions for individuals with development and mental disorders.
• Works with each student to develop an individualized plan of social and self-management skills (such as: anger
management, impulse control, appropriate peer relations, organizational skills).
• Engaged in counseling and support to a diverse group of consumers ages 4-11 with DSM diagnoses in the school
system.
• Assisted clients cope with emotional and mental trauma such as stress, depression, substance abuse and addic-
tions.
• Acted as a role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
Harbor Point Behavioral Center – Mental Health Tech 10/2015 – 12/2016
Engaged in counseling and support to a diverse group of clients ages 6-18 with DSM-5 diagnoses
Documented and observed resident’s behaviors while helping determine effective client care methods
Worked alongside licensed staff and nurses to implement and revise resident patient treatment plans and goals
Links clients to services, resources, and provisions specified in the assessment.
Monitored and ensure safety of clients from harmful behaviors
Implemented resident social activities on and off facility grounds
Petersburg Department of Social Service – Petersburg, Virginia 08/2014 – 04/2015
Social Work Intern
Participated in treatment team meetings to access client’s progress towards service plan goals.
Assisted with case management duties for prevention and foster care cases.
Assisted with developing service plan based on identified problems, psychosocial factors, and treatment capabilities and
ensures plan is adherence.
Completed case file documentation.
Thomas Jefferson High School – Richmond, Virginia 01/2014 - 05/2014
Social Work Intern
Counseled students whose behavior, school progress, mental and physical impairments indicate a need for assistance and
arranges for needed services.
Gathered, assessed and analyzed information to develop service plans for children and their families using strength based
approach.
Assessed the education, social, medical and financial history of each case to determine the level of needs for services.
Lakeview Elementary School – Petersburg, Virginia 09/2013 – 12/2013
Volunteer
Assisted 4th and 5th grade students in the development of reading and math skills while promoting positive behavior in
order to enhance social skills.
Engage in academic/physical activities with selected students either one-on-one or with small groups.
Work Experience
Hugo A. Owens Middle School - Priority Substitute Teacher 09/2016 – 04/2017
Take instructions from school office and lead teacher about handling classroom instruction
Ensure that classroom instruction is handled according to the school’s policies, goals and objectives
Using appropriate judgment to act in the best interest of students at all times
Encourage students to set and maintain standards of appropriate behavior within the classroom
Take necessary actions and reasonable actions to ensure the safety of students, materials and school equipment
QVC - Customer Service Representative 10/2015 – 10/2016
Handle and resolve customer complaints
Provide pricing and delivery information
Set up new customer accounts
Process orders, forms, applications and requests
YMCA - Camp Counselor 05/2013 – 08/2013
Assist with the planning and coordination of each weekly schedule at day camp
Help the campers with daily self- maintenance
Inspired campers for active participation in all activities
Observed campers behavior and applied appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures.
