Lisa Sparaco, Msw, Lcsw Email & Phone Number

Pearland, Tx, Us

Pearland, Texas, United States

Demonstrated superior customer service. Educated patrons on how to use the library system. Welcomed new patrons into the community; assisted them in obtaining library cards; and offered them the opportunity to register to vote. Provided patrons with reference services. Assisted patrons in troubleshooting technological issues with computers, printers, scanners, copiers, televisions, and other library equipment. Shelved library materials. Handled cash and credit card transactions while collecting fines. Generated and reconciled the money report for the West Pearland branch when assigned. Attended staff meetings and staff development days. Participated in ongoing training. Recorded daily statistics. Assisted managers with community programming as assigned.

Pearland, Texas, United States

Tutor/teach children to help them improve math and reading skills.

Houston, Texas, United States

Provided customer service to organ transplant patients and their families who were staying at Nora's Home near Houston Medical Center. Checked guests in and out of the facility, collected payments, logged financial transactions, made reservations, and engaged in housekeeping.

Pearland, Texas, United States

Develop and implement educational and recreational programs for families and children who reside in low to middle income housing in Clute, TX.

Houston, Texas, United States

Governed church with other Elders through two unprecedented transitions: rebuild of the sanctuary following Hurrican Harvey and modifying worship during the COVID-19 pandemic. Co-Chaired the Faith in Action Committee which plans the annual Living Gift Market (LGM). In the year 2021, LGM generated a total of $12,135.97 for non-profit organizations and ministries; $2,238 for for-profit vendors; and $242 for the church.

Houston, Texas

Provided psychotherapy to individuals residing in nursing facilities with the intention of improving their quality of life.

Shrewsbury, New Jersey, United States

Collaborated with an interdisciplinary care team to provide psychosocial and emotional support for hospice patients and their families residing in Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean counties. Assisted patients with end-of-life decisions. Offered case management and referrals to external services as needed.

Monroe Township, Nj

Provided patient care with an interdisciplinary team of MDs, NPs, RNs, & LVNs to older adults living in the community. Utilized psychometric scales (such as PHQ-9, BDI, MMSE, MoCA, and SLUMS) to aid in psychosocial assessments, memory testing, and Medicare wellness visits. Ensured patient continuity of care by partnering with aging service providers. Provided case management, information, and referrals. Co-facilitated bereavement, Alzheimer's/dementia, and diabetes support groups. Participated in community health fairs. Served as Saint Peter's Healthcare System team captain for the Walk to End Alzheimer's.

Edison, Nj

Coordinated hospice bereavement program. Created hospice's first computerized bereavement follow up tracking system. Provided telephone support, individual, and group bereavement counseling under the supervision of an LCSW. Participated in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings. Trained volunteers and social work interns. Participated in the Hugs & Bugs Childrens' Bereavement Program. Group facilitator for "The One and Only Club" (Spousal Bereavement Group) and "The Path Most Traveled" (General Bereavement Group). Served on the planning committee for the biannual hospice Memorial Services. Partnered with a local funeral home to produce the annual "Holiday Help Forum".

Abingdon Care & Rehabilitation, Green Brook, Nj

Provided emotional support to nursing home residents and their families. Conducted psychosocial assessments. Scheduled and participated in care plan meetings. Engaged in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement. Completed documentation for charts and MDS. Served as Administrator On-call during non-business hours.

North Brunswick, New Jersey, United States

Assisted Executive Director with organizational administration and planning. Created educational programs connecting older adults living in the community with expert guest speakers. Procured $5,000 grant to enhance accessibility. Co-facilitated low vision support group and adult day care group.

Colonia, Nj

Provided case management services to clients and families living within the community. Created and participated in educational and recreational community outreach initiatives. Presented agency services to community members. Conducted weekly activities groups for seniors. Created agency volunteer program. Recruited volunteers.

Lawrenceville, Nj

Under supervision of the Development Director, assisted with the Communities of Light project, designed to increase awareness about domestic violence and produce funds for transitional housing for battered women and their children. Engaged in project planning, developed media lists, and sold luminary kits.

Princeton, New Jersey, United States

Provided care to inpatients in Older Adult, Structure, Psychiatric, and Dual Diagnosis units. Offered psychosocial support to patients and families. Assessed coping abilities and functional status of patients. De-escalated patients as needed. Facilitated treatment groups. Assisted with documentation, rounds, and collecting vital signs.

Monroe Township, Nj

Provided activities for older adults with Alzheimer’s/dementia. Co-facilitated recreational groups.

Master Of Social Work - Msw, Social Work; Administration, Policy, & Planning; Certificate In Gerontology, 3.9 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Phi Alpha Honors Society

Bachelor'S Degree, Major: Communication Studies & Minors: Psychology & Marketing

Activities and Societies: Graduated Cum Laude, Lambda Pi Eta Honors Society, published poetry in the college literary magazine (.