Ashley Hughes
Clearfield
Summary
Dynamic social services coordinator with a Bachelor of Social Work and a minor in Psychology. Experience in community outreach and managing multiple tasks while producing quality documentation. Recognized for attention to detail and effective collaboration skills. I'm eager to support Cenclear's mission through grant research and project management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Services Coordinator
Christ the King Manor
DuBois
11.2021 - Current
- Coordinated care planning and discharge processes across departments, ensuring timely transitions and continuity of care.
- Conducted assessments and compiled information to inform interdisciplinary team meetings and enhance progress reports.
- Prepared detailed social histories, care plans, and regulatory documentation to support resident care and reporting requirements.
- Reviewed and completed required documentation including MDS and PASRR forms with careful attention to detail.
- Chaired Care and Compassion Fundraising Committee, organizing community events and leading efforts to raise funds for residents’ dreams and employees in need.
Outpatient Therapist
Core Psychiatric and Psychological Services
DuBois
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Developed personalized treatment plans utilizing clinical expertise and patient assessments.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to identify client needs and strengths.
- Collected client information through interviews, observations, and tests.
- Acted as client advocate by coordinating services and resolving crisis situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve overall patient care.
- Implemented treatment plans based on comprehensive clinical knowledge and experience.
Permanency Specialist & Foster Care Coordinator
LifeSpan Family Services
DuBois
06.2016 - 03.2020
- Facilitated outreach across Pennsylvania, linking children with vital services and media partners, including KDKA Hearts Without Homes.
- Coordinated services, intakes, discharges, and community events with foster families and partner organizations to improve service delivery.
- Managed case documentation, monthly reports, and court materials while consistently meeting agency deadlines.
- Authored child and family profiles for county and state agencies, enhancing placement and advocacy initiatives.
- Court-Appointed Act 101 Specialist
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Commonwealth University-Lock Haven
Lock Haven, PA12-2016
Skills
- Proposal writing and editing
- Data gathering and reporting
- Project coordination and timeline management
- Community event planning and fundraising
- Public speaking and presentations
- Interpersonal communication and rapport building
- Collaborative teamwork
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Community outreach initiatives
- Assessment techniques development
- Fundraising strategies
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Social Services Coordinator
Christ the King Manor
11.2021 - Current
Outpatient Therapist
Core Psychiatric and Psychological Services
03.2020 - 11.2021
Permanency Specialist & Foster Care Coordinator
LifeSpan Family Services
06.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Commonwealth University-Lock Haven