Justin Gause
New Castle
Summary
Compassionate and service-driven social services professional currently pursuing a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW). Experienced in hospice care, home health, and community-based support services. Strong background in client advocacy, geriatric support, interdisciplinary teamwork, and culturally responsive care. Dedicated to empowering vulnerable populations through trauma-informed and person-centered practice.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Volunteer
Accent Care Hospice
Newark, DE
08.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families during end-of-life care.
- Assisted healthcare professionals in delivering quality patient care and comfort measures.
- Coordinated volunteer activities to enhance patient engagement and emotional well-being.
- Educated families on hospice services, resources, and bereavement support options.
- Provided patients in end-of-life stage with companionship and interactive material to keep spirits high
Army Reservist
United States Army
12.2020 - Current
- Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and crisis-response readiness
- Maintain strong teamwork and communication skills under high-pressure environments
- Trained in Combat Life Saving(CSL) and emergency response procedures
- Uphold discipline, structure, and ethical responsibility
Home Health Aide
Silver Lining Home Health Care
Dover, DE
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADL's), including bathing, mobility, hygiene, and meal preparation
- Provide geriatric care focused on dignity, independence, and quality of life
- Build therapeutic report with elderly and medically vulnerable populations
- Observe and report physical or emotional changes to care team
- Support clients experiencing isolation, chronic illness, and cognitive decline
Intern
Promedica Hospice
Newark, DE
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted care team with daily patient assessments and documentation processes.
- Coordinated communication between interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery.
- Supported implementation of patient care plans by organizing necessary resources and supplies.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and information on services.
- Assisted with bereavement resources and grief support
- Developed understanding of psychosocial need in end-of-lifec care
Medical Billing Associate/Scanner
D'Souza Associates
02.2019 - 04.2021
- Processed medical documentation using ICD and CPT coding systems
- Ensure HIPAA compliance and patient confidentially
- Collaborated with medical offices to resolve billing discrepancies
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Social Work
Delaware State University
05-2026
Associate Degree - Human Services
Delaware Technical Community College
05.2023
High School Diploma - Biotechnology
ST. George's Technical High School
06.2019
Skills
- Client Advocacy
- Case Documentation
- Trauma-informed care
- Crisis Response & De-escalation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Cultural Competency
- HIPAA Compliance
- Microsoft Office & Electronic Records
- Medical Terminology
Certification
- HHA(Home Health Aide) (04/2023 - Present)
- CLS(Combat Life Saving) (02/2022 - Present)
- Experienced Marksman (06/2021 - Present)
ORGANIZATIONS
- Pro-Medica Hospice Intern (05/2023 - 08/2023)
- National Youth Leadership Forum-Forensic Science (06/2018 - 08/2018)
- Achievers Program (06/2017 - 08/2017)
Timeline
Hospice Volunteer
Accent Care Hospice
08.2025 - Current
Intern
Promedica Hospice
05.2023 - 08.2023
Home Health Aide
Silver Lining Home Health Care
04.2023 - 04.2024
Army Reservist
United States Army
12.2020 - Current
Medical Billing Associate/Scanner
D'Souza Associates
02.2019 - 04.2021
High School Diploma - Biotechnology
ST. George's Technical High School
Bachelor's Degree - Social Work
Delaware State University
Associate Degree - Human Services
Delaware Technical Community College