Lily Chennault
Sheridan
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Social Work and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Intern
Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Family Services
Monticello, AR
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed caseload efficiently, prioritizing tasks and maintaining timely communication with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of social work.
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
- Maintained client reports to track client progress, record interventions and provide relevant data for analysis.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize client care and improve overall wellbeing.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by establishing trust and maintaining open lines of communication throughout the internship experience.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and ethical standards, ensuring safe and respectful environment for clients.
- Enhanced client independence, teaching practical life skills within supportive group setting.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Pauline Baptist Childcare
Monticello, AR
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting an optimal learning space for students.
- Sanitized equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Contributed to a safe and nurturing environment by closely monitoring children both indoor and outdoors.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Assisted in preparation of meals to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during daily routines by providing clear instructions and encouragement, helping children build confidence in their ability to navigate new experiences.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education, incorporating new strategies into the classroom as appropriate.
Medical Receptionist
Maple Creek Medical Clinic
Hensley, AR
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.
- Managed high call volumes, directing calls to appropriate departments while maintaining a polite and professional demeanor.
- Assisted healthcare providers with administrative tasks, enabling them to focus on quality patient care.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Coordinated specialist referrals for patients requiring additional care, facilitating efficient transfer of medical records as needed.
Volunteer
Habitat for Humanity
Bryant, AR
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously during busy periods.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Monticello, AR05-2025
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Monticello, AR12-2023
High School Diploma -
White Hall High Scholl
White Hall, AR05-2021
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- CPR and first aid
- Behavior management techniques
- Social skills development
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Client Advocacy
- Professional ethics
- Life skills development
- Case management
- Client assessment
- Case documentation
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Family Services
08.2024 - 04.2025
Volunteer
Habitat for Humanity
08.2023 - 12.2023
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Pauline Baptist Childcare
09.2022 - 05.2025
Medical Receptionist
Maple Creek Medical Clinic
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
University of Arkansas At Monticello
High School Diploma -
White Hall High Scholl