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
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
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
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
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
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