Heather Watterson Email & Phone Number

Florida, United States

United States

Toledo, Ohio

• Acted as a co-therapist in a large group setting to help teens address multiple forms of abusive, destructive or excessive behavior that was harmful to self and/or others in a structured format entitled “Social Responsibility Therapy” developed by Dr. James Yokley, Ph.D.• Responsible for providing supportive services to the Agency foster families, biological families, and youth in care.• Developed and maintained individualized treatment plans.• Acted as a liaison between the Agency and custodial agency while providing comprehensive case management services.

Toledo, Ohio

• Addressed gerontology issues such as diabetes, Alzheimer's, congestive heart failure, wound care, depression and built knowledge of medications and treatments related to such conditions.• Contributed to new-business development by strategizing with essential parties on marketing and advertising campaigns for 120-bed long-term-care facility.• Oversaw social-services operations and fostered trusting environment to meet patient needs.• Referred and coordinated services internally and with the community.• Instituted policies and ensured compliance with HIPPA guidelines.• Collaborated with medical staff as warranted.• Field Instructor for Social Work Interns from the University of Toledo.

Toledo, Ohio

• Assigned to medical-surgical and vascular floor, interfacing daily with physicians and other medical professionals to review patient conditions and identify needs.• Prepared referrals and orchestrated details to discharge patients to healthcare facilities based on medical condition, including home-healthcare providers, rehabilitation centers, and long-term care facilities.• Conducted evaluations to determine patients' psychological and psychosocial needs.• Gained knowledge of vascular medications, surgeries, treatments, and medications.

Tiffin, Ohio

• Managed up to 30 family cases monthly, evaluating needs and initiating contact with various partnering community services.• Investigated alleged child abuse and intervened according to procedures.• Testified in family court on behalf of abuse victims.• Complied with Local, Federal, and State regulations.