CHERYL JOHNSTON
4505 S. Maryland Parkway  Las Vegas, NV 89154  cheryl.johnston@unlv.edu  702-895-2903
EDUCATION
Master of Social Work (May 2014)
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Field Practicum experience: Nathan Adelson Hospice, 8/2012 thru 5/2014
Skills: Case Management, Psych/Social Assessments, Medical Terminology,
Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Documentation, Policy and Procedures, Management,
Program implementation, among others.
Degree GPA: 3.86
B.A. Social Science Studies, (May 2012)
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Major Emphasis in Psychology, Sociology and Gerontology
Recipient of “Outstanding Service IDS Capstone Project for Spring 2012”
Cohen Scholarship Recipient
A.A. Social Science, (May 2010)
Great Basin College, Elko
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA – LAS VEGAS
Aug, 2014 – Present
SW101 – Introduction to Social Work (in-person and online)
Introduction to the profession of social work within historical context. Emphasis on values,
human diversity, social problems, and fields of practice..
SW315 – Human Behavior in the Social Environment I
Foundation for understanding human behavior at the levels of individuals, families, and microgroups.
SW401 – Social Welfare Policy
This course focuses on the complex and dynamic nature of the development of social policies
with particular attention to the process that occurs in the evolution of a social problem to
implementation of social policy.
SW715 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I
Provides advanced knowledge-building theories and knowledge of normal and abnormal human
bio-psychosocial development and functioning of individuals, families and micro-groups.
PRESENTATIONS
NASW-NV CONFERENCE
Sept, 2014
EQUALITY IN AGING: GAY, GRAY, AND GUARDED
This presentation was to provide an informative look at the history of the gay aging population
paying special attention to the inequities in care for this population as well as special challenges
faced. It also provides information and strategies for interacting with the gay senior and will
provide important resources for care workers.
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CAREER EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
CAREER EXPERIENCE
NATHAN ADELSON HOSPICE, Las Vegas/Pahrump, NV
August, 2014 - Present
Hospice Social Worker
Evaluate economic, social, spiritual and emotional factors related to terminal diagnosis. Help patient
and family to interpret medical recommendations. Educate patient and family on hospice philosophy.
Evaluate bereavement requirements of patient and family members. Enter appropriate documentation
to patient’s clinical record. Coordinate as a member of interdisciplinary team.
Apr, 2007 – Aug, 2014
SENIOR SOLUTIONS GROUP, INC. Las Vegas, NV
Fiduciary, National Certified Guardian
Direct financial and case management functions including financial forecasts and budgets for clients.
Review social security, insurance, investments for wards. Advocate for services required by wards
as the court dictates and meet the client needs with available resources. Oversee general accounting
functions, including AR/AP, account reconciliation, and cash management. Administer all computer
management systems, evaluating and integrating new applications.
SELF-EMPLOYED Las Vegas, NV
June, 2002-Mar, 2007
Fiduciary, Small Business Financial Manager
THE CREATIVE GROUP, Las Vegas, NV
May, 2001 – May, 2002
Controller
Prepared financial reports, developed budgets, and carried out internal audits to ensure regulatory
compliance and operational efficiency/accuracy. Office Staff Supervisor.
 Managed $5 million annual budget, 21 employees, implement industry-specific software.
SOUTHERN NEVADA LITEWEIGHT &
Jan, 1999 – April, 2001
TRI DELTA, INC, Las Vegas, NV
Controller
 Managed combined annual revenue of $22 million, 250+ employees.
JERRY DUNN & ASSOCIATES, INC., Las Vegas, Nevada,
Jan, 1996- Jan, 1999
Chief Financial Officer
 Managed $2 million annual budget, 40 employees.
M.J. LANDSCAPING & NURSERY, INC., Asbury, MO, April, 1991- Oct, 1995
Chief Financial Officer
GROVE WORLDWIDE, Shady Grove, PA, Jan, 1990- April, 1991 Senior Data Entry Operator
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
US ARMY, SITE ‘R’ TELECOMMUNICATIONS CENTER, Cascade, MD
Aug, 1986-Aug, 1989
Corporal/E-4 Communications Systems/Circuits Controller
 Top Secret Security Clearance with Special Background Investigation.
OTHER PAID POSITIONS
GREEN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Henderson, NV Feb, 2008-Present
Organist/Pianist/Praise Team Leader
Principal organist/pianist for all worship services, traditional and contemporary, director of volunteer
praise band instrumentalists and vocalists, coordinate with pastors for service elements.
VOLUNTEER WORK
GREEN VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Henderson, NV
Stephen Leader: Teaching individuals to be one-on-one care givers to those who need
someone during a crisis time. Classes taught include in-depth review of depression, suicide,
confidentiality, and active-listening among other topics.
MEMBERSHIPS
American Society on Aging
Nevada Guardianship Association
Phi Kappa Phi
References available upon request.
National Guardianship Association
National Association of Social Workers