Social Workers
Coping with an illness and hospitalization can be difficult, and sometimes a little overwhelming when it comes to making decisions and sorting out information. HRMC’s social services department is available to assist you and your family with any concerns and can help find solutions to meet your needs. In collaboration with the physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals, social services staff helps access and coordinate many types of health services, including referrals to counseling, advocacy, stress management, community agencies, childcare and discharge planning. For more information, ask a staff member or call the social services office at ext. 224 or 605-353-6224.
WHAT IS A COMMUNITY LIAISON?
A community liaison is a trusted community member who serves as a bridge between the community and health care services. The liaison will work to build relationships and connect patients with health and services in the community.
HOW CAN A COMMUNITY LIAISON HELP?
- Encourages regular check-ups and preventative health measures, such as vaccinations
- Able to organize health screenings at the workplace, such as blood pressure, blood sugar, etc.
- Provides information that promotes a healthy lifestyle such as diet and exercise
- Offers assistance for affordable prescription medication
- Advocates for clients who are unable to communicate due to language barriers
- Supports members of the community with acute and chronic health conditions
To contact a community liaison call 605-353-6516.
MEET OUR COMMUNITY LIAISONS
SAU MAI RAMOS
“I have a strong desire to make a difference in people’s lives. As a community liaison, I will be able to fulfill my passion of making a positive impact on individual lives on a daily basis. I will be able to fulfill my nurturing and caring desires of helping and educating others.”
- Originally from Humacao, Puerto Rico
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing from Interamerican University of Puerto Rico and a Community Health Worker Certificate from Lake Area Technical College
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Began her role as a community liaison in 2022
BACKGROUND
Saw Key
“As a community liaison, I aim to educate Karen residents about hospital services and their importance in healing. I want to change the misconception of the Karen population from feeling distrust of health care as they have experienced in other places."
- Born in Burma
- Resided in Malaysia for 20+ years
- Relocated to the United States in 2013
- Fluent in Burmese, Karen & English
- Community Health Worker Certificate in progress
BACKGROUND
MICKIE SCHIEBE
“Advocating for people and assisting them with things that may be difficult for them to navigate on their own has always been a passion of mine. Being a community liaison is fits this passion perfectly.”
- Originally from Miller. Moved to Huron after college
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from South Dakota State University
- She and her husband have three grown children
- Community Health Worker Certificate
BACKGROUND
Beth Paul, RN, BSN
Education Coordinator
Patient Education
Education of patients and their families or caregivers is a priority at HRMC. Dedicated education coordinators and staff work together to improve health outcomes. Education helps the patient and family understand his or her health status and maximize care skills. It also promotes recovery and speedy return to function by encouraging healthy behaviors and involving the patient in understanding healthcare options. If you have specific education needs which have not been addressed or if you want information about health-related education, ask a staff member for help.