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Dynaxxxxxxc, dedicated and enthusiastic Director of Social Work and Bereavement with over 15 years of dynaxxxxxxc experience in hospice care that will translate seamlessly to ant helping role. Skilled in achieving high levels of productivity in a fast-paced environment using superb communication skills. Able to supervise as many as 20 direct reports, while simultaneously managing budgets, developing policies and driving continuing education efforts. Confident, sharp and highly capable of handling stressful situations in large institution settings. Seeking a Director of Social Work or Director of Diversity role in a higher education setting that will call on transferable skills, as well as deliver opportunities for continued career advancement.

         Continually ensure that racism, xenophobia and other forms of hatred do not mesh into society s idea of norms

         Always support equitable access/treatment, along with cultural understanding and competency

         Carefully craft policies centered on discrixxxxxxnation, equality, diversity, inclusion and other areas

         Comfortable in delivering consultative services and guidance to managers, supervisors, faculty and personnel

         Drive institutional compliance with federal and state civil rights law and related regulations

         Professional, educational and training background includes teaching Social Work Advocacy and Mental Health Policy for the online Master of Social Work program at Columbia University

         Also taught multiple courses at Madonna University, Columbia University and the University of Xxxxxx

         Act in a thought leader and collaborator capacity as it pertains to the topics of diversity and inclusion

         Earned a Certificate in Sexual Health from University of Xxxxxx

         Work in the hospice field, which is holistic by nature and is distinctive in that it involves treating the physical, emotional and spiritual needs individuals, with spirituality being an element of faxxxxxxliarity within the overall care spectrum

         Presently accountable for the planning, development and implementation of budgets for Ethics, Social Work, and Bereavement departments

         Also oversee several fundraising programs, the Walk of Remembrance and the Tree of Life, developed and managed over the past nine years

         Work at Angela Hospice to develop current Bereavement protocols, including all services provided by that Department

         Aforementioned protocol is not standard for hospice care in that it includes follow-up services for hospice faxxxxxxlies and community members including programs aimed at the social, emotional and spiritual needs of each individual

         Supervise, guide and mentor undergraduate and graduate student Interns, many from the University of Xxxxxx; aim to empower staff to strive for fulfillment, leading to low turnover and high retention particularly over the last 10 years

Angela Hospice Home Care, Inc.

Director of Social Work and Bereavement Services & Chair of Ethics Comxxxxxxttee, 2000-Present

         Supervise, assess the performance of and educate a team of Master s-level Social Workers, along with MSW Interns

         Lead all programs and services within the Social Work, Bereavement and Ethics Departments

         Develop and manage departmental budgets and execute strategic plans; serve as a key member of the Leadership Team and Strategic Planning Comxxxxxxttee

         Offer psychotherapy to high-risk bereaved clients grappling with complex grief and mourning

         Commenced time at Angels with 50 patients and three Social Workers; have increased the counts to over 250 patients and over 20 Social Workers thus far

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

Director of Social Work and Bereavement Services & Chair of Ethics Comxxxxxxttee, Continued

         Spearhead education, supervision and annual reviews processes for all social workers; personally hired all Social Workers, both past and present

         Became Chair of the Ethics Comxxxxxxttee; liaise with other healthcare agencies and hospital systems to cooperatively deliver evidence-based therapeutic services

Various Institutions |Teaching and Research Roles, 2011-Present

         Instructed courses at Madonna University as an Adjunct Assistant Professor from 2016 and still serve in this role,

         Worked with Columbia University as a Teaching Assistant during doctoral studies

         Served at the University of Xxxxxx as an Instructor during the summer of 2012 and as a Guest Lecturer each October from 2011 until 2016

         Taught Practice Methods 1: Individuals, Aging Services, Health, Mental Health, and Disability Policy Practice, Complicated Grief and Loss, as well as Death and Loss

Doctorate of Social Work, Rutgers University, 2016

Certification, Sexual Health, University of Xxxxxx, 2012

Master of Science, Social Adxxxxxxnistration, Case Western Reserve University

Master of Science, Speech Language Pathology, Xxxxxxaxxxxxx University

Bachelor of Science, Speech, Language Pathology and Audiology Western Xxxxxx University

Certification, Academy of Certified Social Workers, 2002-Present

Licensure, Master Social Worker (Xxxxxxcro and Macro) xxx-xxx-xxxx

Member, American Society for Bioethics & Ethics, 2016-Present

Member, National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, 2000-Present

Member, National Association of Social Workers, 2000-Present

Member, American Speech Language Hearing Association, 1996-Present

Multiperspectival Project Technology and the Parent/Child Relationship ,

June 2016, <http://www.technology-parent-child-relationship.com>

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March 16, 2018

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Dear [Hiring Agent Name],

I am pleased to subxxxxxxt my application materials for the (INSERT TITLE OF TARGET POSITION) vacancy and am subxxxxxxtting my documents for your review. As illustrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include the following accomplishments:

• As a director-level professional and Doctor of Social Work, I bring to any position years of progressive social service leadership acumen. I am skilled in expert areas including education programxxxxxxng, staff supervision and advocacy, among others.

• Over the course of my career, I ve proven myself adept in guiding and inspiring my peers and superiors to achieve success. I lead by example and am able to develop and sustain lasting relationships with individuals and groups at all levels, both independently or within a team setting.

• My dedication to diversity, inclusion, equality and other social justice focal points is apparent throughout all of the work I do. I demonstrate this in my capacity as an Adjunct Instructor, as well as in my hospice work.

• I boast a proven record of delivering comprehensive direction and guidance in deadline-driven, fast-paced environments that call for flexibility, time management and the ability to excel under pressure. I am regarded by others as a valuable trainer and mentor. This will translate well to a challenging, exciting new position in the higher education field.

• Independent of my practical background of nonprofit experiences, I have a DSW, a LCSW and numerous other high-ranking credentials. I also stay busy through my involvement in numerous professional organizations and in publishing, with my first piece completed this past June

I am a focused, capable and highly experienced applicant comxxxxxxtted to supporting the long-term goals of an innovative, reputable firm. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Yours Truly,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

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