Kelli Ann Loomis
Vidalia
Summary
Social Worker committed to empowering individuals and families by fostering resilience, promoting positive change, and enhancing overall well-being
Professional in social work with solid background in client advocacy, counseling, and community outreach. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results with adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in case management, crisis intervention, and resource coordination. Known for empathy, reliability, and effective communication.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
MSW Intern
Concordia Parish School Board
Vidalia, LA
08.2025 - Current
- Completing supervised internship hours for MSW program at Louisiana State University.
- Provide social work services across all schools for students in special populations.
- Support case management, behavioral interventions, parent engagement, and evaluation processes.
- Special Populations
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to create individualized education plans (IEPs) for students in need of support.
- Maintained accurate case notes and documentation in compliance with school policies and state regulations.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring immediate support for students in distressful situations.
- Evaluated student progress and recommended interventions to improve academic performance and social skills.
- Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for students experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges.
RSW – Social Worker
River Bridge Specialty Hospital
Vidalia, LA
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted with partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs.
- Facilitated 3–6 social work groups daily; collaborated with multidisciplinary teams.
- Delivered active treatment and intensive care in a clinical setting.
- Pathways Outpatient
- Developed individualized care plans addressing client needs and goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions, improving client coping strategies.
Office Manager / Medical Direction Coordinator
Oilfield Instrumentation
Ferriday, LA
01.2018 - 03.2024
- Managed work-release employees and enforced safety policies per DOC guidelines.
- Oversaw payroll, purchasing, cost reporting, bids, and project documentation.
- Accounting | Angelina Agriculture
- 2017 – 2019
- Managed lease cost contracts, accounts payable, renewals, and organized financial records.
- Managed office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to company policies.
- Coordinated communication between departments, enhancing collaboration and information sharing.
- Monitored inventory levels of office supplies, ensuring timely procurement to meet operational needs.
- Led initiatives to streamline reporting processes, improving accuracy and reducing turnaround time.
RSW Intern – Social Worker/CIT
Northeast Louisiana Substance Abuse (NELSA)
Winnsboro, LA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted mental health assessments for addiction and substance abuse disorders.
- Supported court-mandated clients through the 7th JDC system; coordinated rehabilitation placements.
- Taught substance abuse and domestic violence classes; scheduled appointments and provided supervised counseling.
- Assisted in organizing community outreach programs to promote substance abuse awareness and prevention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans tailored to individual client needs.
Medical Marketing & Sales
St. Francis Cabrini Hospital
Alexandria, LA
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Supported physicians with medical supply needs; led office initiatives to ensure quality care.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Purchasing / Medical Marketing Manager
New Iberia Surgery Center
New Iberia, LA
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Assisted in surgeries; managed inventory turnover, purchasing, and marketing for medical contracts.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for service expansion and targeted outreach efforts.
- Managed relationships with external vendors to ensure alignment with marketing objectives and budget constraints.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to refine marketing strategies and improve ROI.
- Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
Lab Manager
Cardiovascular Institute of the South
New Iberia, LA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Performed patient care tasks including vitals, blood draws, and lab testing.
- Managed lab orders and insurance filing; ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Managed scheduling and workflow of lab personnel to optimize efficiency and productivity.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for laboratory processes and protocols.
- Analyzed test results to provide accurate data for cardiovascular research initiatives.
- Improved lab efficiency by implementing automated processes and equipment upgrades.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Social Work
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA03-2026
Counselor in Training (CIT) - Addiction Counseling
Louisiana Drug Related Addictions Board
Baton Rouge, LA01-2025
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), RSW - Social Work
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA01-2024
Medical Assistant / Medical Office Assistant (MA/MOA) - Medical Anthropology
Academy of Acadians
New Iberia, LA01-2011
Associate Degree in General Studies - Social Work
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA01-2007
Skills
- Effective communication in leadership reporting
- Multidisciplinary teamwork skills
- Ability to thrive in demanding environments
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Experience in delivering cognitive behavioral therapy
- Substance use counseling
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Therapy
- Facilitation of group therapy
- Psychosocial assessment
- Effective listening
- Informed decision-making
- Effective documentation practices
- Prioritization of tasks
- Disability services
- Program development
- Multicultural competence
- Assessment of vulnerable populations
Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Administrative & Business Skills
- Accounts Payable (6 years), Billing & Coding (8 years), Inventory Management (8 years), Marketing (5 years), Purchasing (6 years)
- Medical Records Management, Office Correspondence, Leadership, Encoder Pro Use
- Oilfield Operations
- Managed oilfield fabrication facility and job projects
- Oversaw monthly job cost reports, daily progress reports, and bids
- Supervised work-release employees in compliance with Department of Corrections (DOC) guidelines
- Medical Expertise
- Patient Care (17 years), Vital Signs, Medical Terminology, IV Therapy, Finger Sticks, Lab Work
- Medical Purchasing & Marketing of Contracts
- Technical Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WordPerfect, Medisoft Training, Inventory Turnover Systems
- Billing & Collections
- Accounts Payable, Medical Insurance Billing & Coding
- Social Work & Counseling
- One-on-One Counseling, ASI Assessments, Group Therapy (Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Batterer Intervention, Parenting Guidance)
- Collaboration with Probation & Parole and 7th JDC Court System
- Mental & Behavioral Health
- Facilitator for PHP and IOP programs (Social Work & Activity Therapy groups)
- Patient assessment, treatment planning, activity coordination
- Education on coping strategies, emotional support, and patient advocacy
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Provide one-on-one counseling and conduct ASI assessments.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions focused on substance abuse, anger management, batterer intervention, and parenting guidance.
- Collaborate with agencies, including Probation and Parole, and work within the 7th Judicial District Court system to support mandated clients.
Timeline
MSW Intern
Concordia Parish School Board
08.2025 - Current
RSW – Social Worker
River Bridge Specialty Hospital
08.2024 - 08.2025
RSW Intern – Social Worker/CIT
Northeast Louisiana Substance Abuse (NELSA)
01.2023 - 01.2024
Office Manager / Medical Direction Coordinator
Oilfield Instrumentation
01.2018 - 03.2024
Medical Marketing & Sales
St. Francis Cabrini Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
Purchasing / Medical Marketing Manager
New Iberia Surgery Center
01.2010 - 01.2014
Lab Manager
Cardiovascular Institute of the South
01.2009 - 01.2010
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Social Work
Louisiana State University
Counselor in Training (CIT) - Addiction Counseling
Louisiana Drug Related Addictions Board
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), RSW - Social Work
Northwestern State University
Medical Assistant / Medical Office Assistant (MA/MOA) - Medical Anthropology
Academy of Acadians
Associate Degree in General Studies - Social Work
Northwestern State University