Theressa Eleby
@theressaeleby
Compassionate social worker and certified CNA focused on trauma-informed patient and case care.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated social worker and Certified Nurse Assistant with over a decade supporting vulnerable populations in long-term care, rehabilitation, and child welfare settings. My experience spans direct patient care, case management, benefits coordination, prior authorization, and supervising residential care operations, grounded in trauma-informed, empathetic practice.
I collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams to ensure client safety and service continuity, maintain accurate documentation in systems like CBMS and EPIC, and consistently advocate for clients to access needed resources. I am returning to healthcare while pursuing an Accelerated BSN program beginning January 2026 to deepen my clinical impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Social Caseworker
El Paso County DHS
Mar 2025 - Present (8 months)
Conduct comprehensive intake assessments for child safety, coordinate home visits and multidisciplinary interventions, and provide referrals to stabilize families and reduce risk.
Child Welfare BSW Intern
El Paso County DHS
Oct 2024 - Mar 2025 (5 months)
Supported intake and safety assessments through interviews, documentation, and environmental observations to inform child welfare case planning and interventions.
TANF & Post-TANF Case Manager
El Paso County DHS
Jul 2022 - Mar 2025 (2 years 8 months)
Managed caseloads for clients transitioning off public assistance by creating service plans, tracking progress in CBMS, and coordinating access to childcare, insurance, and behavioral health services.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Nurse Core
Oct 2019 - May 2023 (3 years 7 months)
Delivered direct patient care and assistance with ADLs, maintained regulatory documentation, and liaised between care teams and administrators to support quality outcomes.
Prior Authorization Representative
EviCore Healthcare
Jul 2018 - Jul 2022 (4 years)
Reviewed and processed healthcare authorization requests, verified eligibility, and ensured payer guideline compliance while resolving provider and pharmacy issues efficiently.
House Manager / CNA
Life Quality Homes
Jun 2013 - Jan 2017 (3 years 7 months)
Supervised caregiving staff and daily residential operations, managed payroll and medication inventory, and maintained communication between administrative and care teams.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Sunny Vista Living Center
May 2012 - Aug 2016 (4 years 3 months)
Provided bedside care in rehab and long-term care, recorded vital signs, assisted with restorative therapies, and maintained resident safety through infection control and mobility support.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Capella University
Bachelor of Social Work, Social Work
Completed a Bachelor of Social Work with coursework and practicum relevant to child welfare and case management, graduated March 2025.
Centennial Nurses Aid Training Program
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Nursing Assistance
Completed nurse aide training and received CNA certification in October 2012.
Remington College
Medical Assistant Diploma, Medical Assisting
Completed a Medical Assistant program and graduated in February 2011.
CollegeAmerica, Colorado Springs, CO
GED, General Education
Completed GED requirements and obtained a General Educational Development credential in September 2009.
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