April Debish, Msw, Capsw, Acm-Sw Email & Phone Number

- Provide case management within an acute care setting including initial psychosocial assessments and discharge planning- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to assist with development of individualized treatment plans- Provide crisis intervention to patients and families- Assist with discharge planning including allocation of community.

- Perform initial psychosocial screenings and updates to the plan of care- Coordinate community resources to assist patients and families - Assist with application for entitlement programs- Provide therapeutic interventions during the end of life process and grief counseling- Manage patients in home settings and acute hospital facilities- Provide education.

- Complete initial psychosocial assessments- Perform case management and participate in plan of care reviews- Coordinate and participate in resident counsel- Assist with discharge planning needs for patients- Outline goals of stay to assist patients and families- Collaborate with community resource agencies- Communicate with MDS coordinator to assist with.

- Review community and government benefits including medical entitlements with consumers for eligibility- Conduct community presentations to educate consumers regarding government benefits- Aid consumers who were experiencing issues obtaining benefits or services

Msw, Social Work

-Degree with specialization in healthcare -Clinical experience obtained via internship at North Chicago VA

Bsw, Social Work

-Magna Cum Laude -Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society -Social Work Club -Recipient of Edgar W. Belter Social Work Endowed Scholarship

A.A., Human Services

-Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society -President's Honor Award recipient