Meghann Trombetta

Experience

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  The Cadmus Group, Inc.

  Sept 2002 - Apr 2004

  U.S. EPA Marketing & Media Research Analyst

  Sorted and analyzed up to 1,000 articles referencing ENERGY STAR each month. Summarized the scope and connotation of ENERGY STAR's message and prominence in the print media, through pivot tables and graphs, culminated in the monthly Media Analysis Report. Tracked daily news coverage, through LexisNexis and online news publications, of articles referencing ENERGY STAR and energy efficiency. Web based research of market snapshots. Identified problems and articulated recommendations to increase client satisfaction. Show less

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  NJ Manufacturers Insurance Company

  May 2004 - Jan 2007

  Property Damage Claims Adjustor

  Verified policy information of an insured with the Napersoft computerized system. Investigated property losses through claim appraisers inspection of vehicles, police reports, and recorded statements. Evaluated property damage, injuries, liability, and quality of evidence to arrive at a reasonable assessment. Negotiated with auto repair facilities on the extent of damage and/or modification of the estimate. Presented an adequate settlement to the insured or claimant based on the relevant facts of the claim. Show less

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  Shepard High School

  Aug 2007 - Jun 2008

  Teaching Aide
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  Windsor Preparatory High School

  Jul 2008 - Aug 2010

  Secretary

  Processed Individualized Educational Plans, assessments, and contracts for classified students. Utilized Microsoft databases to effectively complete tasks assigned by the LDTC Supervisor. Interacted with students, parents/guardians, and educational representatives, providing excellent customer service.

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  New Jersey State Judiciary, Passaic Vicinage Family Division

  Aug 2008 - Apr 2009

  Social Work Intern

  Acted as a liaison between Passaic County Family Court and Court Appointed Special Advocates program. Interviewed and assisted clients with Public Defender applications. Attended court proceedings on child placement and permanency and provided support to legal personnel. Participated in the Child Placement Review and Juvenile Conference Committee Boards by interviewing families.

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  New Jersey Juvenile Justice Commission

  Sept 2009 - Apr 2010

  Child Study Team Intern

  Provided individual psychotherapy for adolescent males court-ordered for behavioral intervention. Facilitated group counseling for personal problem-solving and achievement of goals. Participated in Individualized Educational Plan meetings and advocated for clients’ special education needs. Created Social Assessments to assist professionals in gaining emotional and social understanding of clients. Mediated interactions between clients and families to assist with clients’ transition to home environment. Show less

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  Juvenile Justice Commission

  Aug 2010 - Nov 2014

  Social Worker 1

  Administered individual counseling and program planning for up to 40 adjudicated adolescents. Created Case Action Plans for each adolescent, and re-evaluations on a monthly basis, to guide treatment services. Coordinated re-entry services and finalized discharge plans prior to post-incarceration supervision. Moderated weekly anger management training and moral reasoning groups consisting of 10 adolescents. Completed State Parole Board Reports, assessing individual progress and recommendations for success. Facilitated and supported students taking online courses and programs via Mercer County Community College. Supervised Social Worker II and Senior Youth Worker and served as interim Acting Supervisor of Juvenile Unit. Show less

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  Trinitas Regional Medical Center

  Nov 2014 - May 2018

  Completed psychosocial assessments on patients that require social service analyses and interventions. Recognized and evaluated the need for immediate intervention including identification of abuse, neglect, violence for child and adult patients and reported to appropriate authority in compliance with policy. Instituted appropriate crisis intervention for patients and their families who were self-referred or referred by other members of the multidisciplinary teams. Participated and offered clinical recommendations for treatment planning during team meetings with follow-up to provide additional support to patients and staff. Documented in a timely and accurate manner all interactions with patients, staff and external agencies including care plan and follow-up strategies for patient non-compliance. Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses, patients and additional staff for therapeutic patient care. Coordinated patient discharge and continuity of care planning for appropriate and positive transitions. Provided patients with comprehensive clinical case management services including receipt of entitlements, advocacy, hospital based support and contact with relevant community resources. Show less Provided overall clinical direction for mental health services for juvenile detention residents. Supervised social service staff and supported case coverage for all residents when needed. Conducted mental health risk assessments of all juvenile residents upon entry and administered timely interventions. Coordinated residents’ care with psychiatric and medical staff, as well as outside agencies, for further diagnostics. Attended administrative, department head, and weekly Union County Juvenile Expediting Team meetings. Led classification committee to guide behavioral management plans of residents. Maintained contact with residents’ families and facilitated releases/transfers. Arranged appropriate discharge planning for residents requiring continued mental health care upon release. Maintained up-to-date clinical and case management records in accordance with applicable standards. Collated and reported all necessary quality assurance and census data. Show less

  • LSW, Case Management

    Nov 2015 - May 2018

  • Psychiatric Emergency Screener

    Oct 2015 - Nov 2015

  • Supervisor of Social Services

    Nov 2014 - Sept 2015
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  SJ Health Insurance Advocates

  May 2018 - now

  Utilization Manager

  Perform telephonic care reviews and authorization determinations for multiple behavioral and substance abuse facilities in high-volume health advocacy setting. Determination of appropriate level of care related to mental health and substance use treatment, collaboration with physicians, insurance professionals, and additional supportive resources. Guidance to families in development of treatment plan with therapeutic communication maintaining client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance. Clinical advising to multi-disciplinary care team and follow-up to maximize the quality of patient care and achieve positive mental health outcomes with effective cost management. Coordination with internal and external departments and treatment facilities to ensure implementation of treatment plan including authorization and accurate insurance claim submissions. Professional skills in electronic documentation, data management, oral and written presentation, and telephone contact according to HIPAA standards. Head of committee to enhance employee professional and workplace morale through planning and coordinating company events. Show less