1. ALYSON B. WATKINS, MSW
5026 Copley Road – Philadelphia, PA 19144
215.687.9205 Quophalah@gmail.com
SUMMARY:
Compassionate Social Worker who has served in a hospital setting for seven years. Specializing in providing relief
services to low-income patients with complex medical issues in Neurology, Neurosurgery and Orthopedic
Specialty areas. Talented at setting patients at ease and dedicated to providing effective and supportive care.
Committed to providing the highest level of care to patients.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Excellent interpersonal skills Patient-centered care
Team player Detail-oriented
Attentive listener Empathetic
Guardianships Student supervision
Homeless and dual diagnosed populations
Psychiatric and Substance Abuse referrals
EDUCATION:
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA. MSW- 2000
Temple University, Multicultural Training and Research Institute, Philadelphia, PA.
Advanced Certificate in Culturally Competent Human Services- 2000
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA. BA - Psychology 1993
WORK EXPERIENCE:
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, Philadelphia, PA
Social Worker, 2014- Present
Outpatient Neurology Clinic Social Worker assisting nine physicians, nurses and administrative staff in the care
of children and family’s affected by Epilepsy, Headaches, Muscular Dystrophy, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, and
Intellectual Disabilities. Assessments of psychosocial basic needs, referrals for Early Intervention and
community resources; and, assistance in navigating and acting as a liaison between multiple agencies, schools
and departments
Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
Social Worker, 2006- 2014
Inpatient Senior Social Work managing a five unit inpatient building servicing Neurology, Neurosurgery and
Orthopedic Specialty Services.
Interviewed clients individually and with families to determine what services would best address their needs
Advised patients on community resources, made referrals and devised realistic discharge plans.
Coordinating psychosocial assessments; inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and substance abuse referrals/
placements; guardianships; john doe and family searches; SNF and Acute Rehabilitation placements in tandem
with case managers, the unit based Medical Director, physicians, nurses, and, home care and facility liaisons.
Supervision of MSW student interns.

2. The University of Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
Social Worker, 2002 – 2005
Acting Outpatient liaison in the Infectious Disease Department between patients, clinicians and community
based agencies to ensure rapid collaboration and cohesion of services for newly discharged and home bound
patients; facilitation and case management of home-bound AIDS/HIV infected patients and their support systems
handling multiple psychosocial issues
Research Coordinator, 2003 – 2003
Identification, recruitment and interview of AIDS/HIV infected clinic patients to record information regarding
self-reported patient medication adherence, belief systems and literacy; follow-up with pharmacist to compare
compliance reports
The Marian Anderson Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children,
Philadelphia, PA
*Health Educator, 2000 – 2001
Co-coordinator of the Grandparent Helper Project: Identifying, recruiting and conducting Needs Assessment
Interviews with potential program recipient families in Hematology Clinic; orientation, supervision, and
assisting principle investigators with training of Grandparent Volunteers to be paired with identified families;
matching grandparent figures with newly diagnosed families coping with raising infants and young children
with Sickle Cell Disease; development of additional supports and educational materials for families; acting liaison
between the Sickle Cell Center and the Temple University Intergenerational Center consultant; maintenance of
data; and coordination of student workers
Jewish Employment and Vocational Services (JEVS) Rapid Attachment, Philadelphia, PA
*Employment Consultant, 1998
Facilitation of an intensive four week job readiness skills training program to Welfare recipients gearing up to
reenter the work force; life skills counseling and support; aid in providing job leads; maintaining ongoing job
development relations with community employers; and, maintenance of client files
United Behavioral Health, Philadelphia, PA
Team Coordinator, 1996 – 1998
Administration and duty manager of three Clinical Care Managers; distribution of inpatient and outpatient
casework; telephone triage of members admitted for facility based treatment; assistance to members and case
manager in provider searches; post discharge follow-up; liaison for care managers, clinicians and members;
management of Excel ‘Level of Care’ Spreadsheet for 12 Care Manager's caseload
Modern Psychiatric Systems (MPS), DeltaMetrics, Philadelphia, PA
Clinical Reviewer, 1995 - 1996
Review and evaluation of Addiction Severity Index (ASI) and Treatment Services Review (TSR) for clients with
various chemical dependency and psychological diagnoses; quarterly interviews with clients and their counselors
regarding treatment progress; evaluation of treatment plan standards and coding using specific guidelines;
supervision of both in-home and office based interviewers conducting follow-up interviews
Research Technician, 1995 - 1996
Liaison and manager for three outcomes studies of mental health facilities examining treatment progress and
compliance in dual diagnosed clients receiving SSI and SSDI; in addition, monitoring data collection,
supervision and coordination of two home-based interviewers
Seedlings at the Baldwin School, Magic Years Discovery, Bryn Mawr, PA

3. Infant Teacher, 1994 - 1995
Planning and implementation of age appropriate daily activities for infant’s age six months to eighteen months,
and supervision of all student workers
Family Center: Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
Research Assistant, 1992 - 1993
Research and review client information in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Methadone
Maintenance Clinic to ensure client compliance; and, maintenance of five data sets
Parent-Child Specialist Assistant, 1992 - 1992
Planning daily programs for children, age's birth to nine years, prenatally and environmentally drug exposed; to
engage and facilitate developmentally age appropriate activities; in addition, supervision of student worker
PUBLICATIONS:
“What About the Children?,” Child Care Information Exchange ,45, July 1998.
INTERNSHIP, VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE and SPECIAL INTEREST WORK:
P.G. Corbin & Company, Inc., Philadelphia, PA
Senior Administrative Assistant, 2005- 2006
Assistant to the President / CEO of this Financial Advising Firm; co-coordinator of business development and
business contacts, exclusive accounts; special projects, billing, travel arrangements; in addition to general
administration
National Personal Training Institute, Philadelphia, PA. Personal Training Certificate 2005
Philadelphia Sports Club (TSI), Philadelphia, PA
*Health Coach and Personal Trainer, 2005- 2006
Physical fitness training, nutrition counseling and lifestyle development; assisting clients with general health
issues to gain, improve, and achieve a balanced and healthful lifestyle; short and long term goal setting, planning
and coordinating physical exercise through one on one personal fitness design
Bonne Santè (Good Health) Wellness Center, Philadelphia, PA
*Health Coach and Personal Trainer, 2005
Working directly with the Owner/ Director in the coordination and care of this private client based wellness
center; Assisting with individuals and small groups –assessment, planning and coordinating lifestyle
development to gain and/or improve healthful living through physical exercise routines using free weights,
machines, and body weight, with an emphasis in the areas of coordination, flexibility and core strength; ongoing
assistance with special projects
Multicultural Training and Research Institute, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
Student Intern, 1999 - 2000
"Multiculturalism for a New Millennium" National Conference: Assistant to the Program Director in
coordinating, organizing, gathering, and tracking information in maintenance of the Institute as well as
preparation for the National Conference. Critiquing, rewriting, and distribution of press releases through the
Temple news bureau, directly to ethnic media venues, and community agencies, by means of fax and U.S. Mail;
and general office administration

4. Assistant Coordinator, 1999 - 2000
Preparation, collection and maintenance of application information of current and incoming Culturally
Competent Certificate students (i.e., demographics, training experience, class overview and expectation) s;
assignments (i.e., journals, video reviews, ethnography's), in accordance with programs goals; as well as
administration of pre and post assessment
Planned Parenthood Southeastern Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Student Intern, 1999
Clinic: counseling and observation of clients regarding pregnancy testing and emergency contraception
Resource Center: information research and gathering, special projects and mailings; miscellaneous administrative
tasks
Youth Build Charter School, Philadelphia, PA
*Student Intern, 1999
Charter Program for returning students between the ages of 18 and 21 to complete their high school diploma-
Individual counseling of twelve students focusing on academic progress and peer relations; and, facilitator of
women's life skills group focusing on social identity development
Action AIDS, Philadelphia, PA
Buddy, 1994 - 1998 (leave of absence)
‘Buddy’ Program offered to AIDS/HIV infected and affected individuals. One on one personal interaction to
provide support, comfort, and friendship during the course of their illness, I served in this capacity for four
individuals
Children’s Crisis Treatment Center, Philadelphia, PA
Child Care Worker/Student Worker, 1991
Implementation and execution of daily treatment and programs for children aged birth to five years victimized by
child abuse and neglect
* indicates training/client education experience
* indicates training/client education experience