Andrea Sain, MSW 31408 Aldrich Drive Bay Village, Ohio 44140 (440) 665-8563 cell andreasain777@gmail.
com Education Cleveland State University : School of Social Work : MSW; GPA: 4.0 The University of Texas at Austin: Bachelors of Business Administration Objective To secure a social work position that allows me to engage with and work for the betterment of patients and their families. Ideally, in a clinical setting and as part of an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. Skills Profile The ability to listen to and empathize with different client populations. An understanding of the diversities among various cultures. Flexibility in job requirements and ability to modify my responses to client populations accordingly. A willingness to tackle the problems and barriers inherent in di fficult or oppressed client populations and work through associated barriers. The ability to communicate and work effectively wit hin various professional fields. The skill to facilitate well-being and healing in others. May 2011 May 1987
Work Experience and Employment Hi story Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) Internship August 2010-May 2011
Assisted unit social worker in various responsibilities such as completing intake assessments of veterans admitted for continued care and rehabilitation. Worked with veterans and their families from various cultures with a multitude of needs. Was exposed to the dynamics of working in a multi -discipline arena, and assisted those professionals as needed. Attended and par ticipated in interdisciplinary team meetings. Gained an understanding of advanced directives, their importance, and how to execute these documents for veterans and their families. Worked with veterans and their families struggling with issues inherent in t he end stage of life. Worked with experienced social workers and learned how to navigate the difficulties inherent in discharging veterans to an appropriate and safe environment . 2100 Mens Shelter Cleveland, Ohio Internship August 2008- May 2009
Worked independently as an assistant to shelter employees. Self -directed a multitude of learning opportunities. Co-lead a weekly meeting for residents seeking employment. Helped residents work on obtaining GEDs, learning computer skills, creating resumes, and practicing interviewing skills. Assisted staff in finding housing for difficult to place residents. Spent a great deal of time interfacing with men from various cultural backgrounds. Gained invaluable experience working with an oppressed population. A Trusted Friend, BayVillage, OH Providing dog, cat, and house care for people when they leave town. 1993-current
Syncom Pharmaceuticals, Cleveland, Ohi o Sold a broad line of pharmaceuticals to pharmacies and dispensing physicians.
1990-1993
Lederle Laboratories, Cleveland, Ohi o
1998-1990