Kyrah M.

Gibbs
8550 Magellan Pkwy Richmond, VA 23227 (804) 627-5300 Kyrah.gibbs@bshsi.org
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.