Melissa Johnson

Melissa Johnson

Social Worker

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  • About me

    Director Of Community Services at HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WACO

  • Education

    • Baylor University - Diana R. Garland School of Social Work

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      BSW Social Work
  • Experience

    • Providence Hospice

      May 2016 - Nov 2017
      Social Worker
    • HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WACO

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      Director Of Community Services
    • Hillcrest Hospice

      Apr 1995 - Nov 2001
      Social Worker
    • Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center

      Nov 2001 - Nov 2007
      Social Worker/Discharge Planning
    • Waco-McLennan County Public Health District

      Nov 2007 - May 2016
      HIV Medical Case Manager

      Managed caseload of HIV positive clients who needed close medical follow up. Assisted with obtaining medications through the Texas State HIV Medication or pharmaceutical companies. Encouraged close follow up and compliance with physician appointments and labs. Communicated with client and medical team regarding medical concerns. Assisted with HOPWA (HUD housing) application, inspection and follow up. Established rapport with clients to provide safe and confidential place to talk about concerns. Also encouraged and referred clients for counseling. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Melissa Johnson
      NAHRO Award of Merit NAHRO Aug 2024
    • Awarded to Melissa Johnson
      Award of Merit NAHRO Aug 2022 Award of Merit for promoting Covid 19 vaccination equity in Public Housing