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Sean Brune

New Orleans

Summary

Social Work professional with broad experience and readiness for impactful roles. Expertise in client assessment, crisis intervention, and case management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for empathy, data analysis, strong communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Social Worker

Ochsner
New Orleans, LA
05.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated patient assessments to determine psychosocial needs and develop appropriate care plans.
  • Coordinated services with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and support continuity of care.
  • Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to patients and families facing complex medical challenges.
  • Conducted group and individual psychotherapy sessions to ensure psychosocial enrichment for patients.
  • Led initiatives to streamline documentation processes, improving efficiency in case record management.

Social Work Services

City of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
12.2024 - 05.2025
  • Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments to enhance rehabilitation strategies for incarcerated youth.
  • Managed a team of 7 social workers, fostering collaboration and improving case management outcomes.
  • Designed and executed new social services programming to enhance facility operations.

Sr. Admissions Specialist

Baton Rouge General Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2023 - 12.2024
  • Provided critical support and resources to individuals experiencing mental health crises in emergency care.
  • Administered psychiatric assessments in the emergency room setting to determine the required level of care for each new patient.
  • Conducted data analysis for new patient referrals, completed assessments, and number of patient admissions.

PRN Social Worker

Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Delivered essential social services interventions to support inpatient mental health patients over the weekend.
  • Led structured psychosocial group therapy sessions, fostering open communication and personal growth among participants.
  • Executed timely psychosocial evaluations for new patients to ensure appropriate care planning.

Regional Social Services Director

Hyde Park Health Center
Cincinnati, OH
02.2022 - 08.2022
  • Supervised and coordinated services at two nursing home facilities with a total population of 325 residents.
  • Developed and implemented programs to enhance resident support services and community engagement.
  • Supervised multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality service delivery and compliance with regulations.
  • Fostered partnerships with local organizations to expand resources available for residents and families.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback collection, leading to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Advocated for resident rights and needs within the facility and broader community context, enhancing overall satisfaction.

Social Work Intern

Child Focus, Inc.
Batavia, OH
08.2019 - 12.2021
  • Delivered therapeutic support to youth through individualized and group counseling to enhance emotional well-being in the school setting.
  • Led initiatives to develop and engage youth therapies. Coordinated crisis intervention strategies. Facilitated behavioral and family meetings. Contributed to comprehensive clinical assessments.
  • Presented detailed case studies of active clients each semester to inform strategic decision-making.
  • Assisted in conducting client assessments to identify needs and develop service plans.

Diagnostician, Mental Health & Substance Use

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services
Batavia, OH
09.2020 - 02.2022
  • Conducted 3-5 diagnostic assessments each day for clients seeking substance use and mental health treatment.
  • Developed tailored treatment plans based on comprehensive assessment findings. Guided clients through the treatment process to enhance engagement and outcomes.
  • Facilitated weekend clinical supervision to manage crisis situations and ensure safety of all providers / patients.
  • Supported development of comprehensive treatment plans and coordinated placements in substance use treatment groups to enhance client outcomes.
  • Utilized advanced diagnostic tools and software to ensure accurate data collection and analysis for client evaluations.

Caseworker, Children Services

Hamilton County Department of Job and Family Services
Cincinnati, OH
05.2015 - 09.2020

May 2015 - July 2016 = Investigations / Ongoing

July 2016 - September 2020 = Afterhours Investigations

  • Conducted in-depth assessments to determine if children were safe from harm and abuse at home.
  • Devised and implemented safety plans for children suspected as victims of abuse or neglect.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess family situations and develop intervention strategies.
  • Documented case findings and prepared detailed reports for review by juvenile courts.
  • Monitored ongoing cases to evaluate progress and ensure adherence to established safety plans.
  • Trained new investigators on policies, procedures, and effective investigation techniques.
  • Analyzed data trends within child protection cases to inform policy recommendations and procedural improvements.
  • Recorded and responded to emergency reports of child abuse / neglect outside of normal business hours.

Care Manager

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services
Cincinnati, OH
05.2014 - 05.2015
  • Maintained a complex caseload of 55 clients experiencing chronic mental health and developmental disabilities.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
  • Provided crisis intervention support to ensure client safety and well-being.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to optimize client care strategies.
  • Developed individualized care plans based on client needs and treatment goals.

Crisis Stabilization Unit Case Manager

St. Joseph Orphanage
Cincinnati, OH
10.2013 - 04.2014
  • Coordinated client care through the utilization of psychiatric, behavioral, and therapeutic interventions.
  • Assessed client needs to develop personalized care plans.
  • Provided crisis intervention and support to clients in distress.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive service delivery.

Foster Care Case Manager

Necco Foster Care
Florence, KY
06.2012 - 09.2013
  • Facilitated case management for foster families, ensuring stability for foster youth.
  • Represented foster youth in court hearings to ensure their rights and needs are addressed.
  • Coordinated comprehensive support services for foster families, prioritizing child safety and well-being.
  • Developed individualized case plans in collaboration with clients and stakeholders.

Graduate Student Researcher

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2022 - 08.2025
  • Analyzed national datasets using advanced statistical tools to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
  • Collaborated with faculty and peers on research projects, enhancing interdisciplinary communication and teamwork.
  • Developed and presented trainings for university, local, state, and national conferences based on child welfare trends, specifically the impacts of poverty, racial demographics, and substance use behaviors.

Education

No Degree - PhD in Social Work

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH
12-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-2012

Skills

  • Crisis management
  • Child welfare
  • Client advocacy
  • Multicultural competence
  • Professional ethics
  • Self-care strategies
  • Mental health counseling
  • Substance abuse treatment

Timeline

Medical Social Worker

Ochsner
05.2025 - Current

Social Work Services

City of New Orleans
12.2024 - 05.2025

Sr. Admissions Specialist

Baton Rouge General Hospital
04.2023 - 12.2024

PRN Social Worker

Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital
11.2022 - 05.2023

Graduate Student Researcher

Louisiana State University
08.2022 - 08.2025

Regional Social Services Director

Hyde Park Health Center
02.2022 - 08.2022

Diagnostician, Mental Health & Substance Use

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services
09.2020 - 02.2022

Social Work Intern

Child Focus, Inc.
08.2019 - 12.2021

Caseworker, Children Services

Hamilton County Department of Job and Family Services
05.2015 - 09.2020

Care Manager

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services
05.2014 - 05.2015

Crisis Stabilization Unit Case Manager

St. Joseph Orphanage
10.2013 - 04.2014

Foster Care Case Manager

Necco Foster Care
06.2012 - 09.2013

No Degree - PhD in Social Work

Louisiana State University

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Case Western Reserve University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Kentucky
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