Allison Kirszenbaum
Tilghman,United States
Summary
Empathetic and motivated mental healthcare provider committed to offering a person-focused practice style. Successful in establishing rapport with clients while maintaining appropriate boundaries. Passionate about art therapy, nature-based therapy, and play therapy. Especially skilled at working with youth clients. Expected LMSW licensure in May 2024.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
MSW Clinical Intern
Wonder in the Wild Outdoor School
Stevensville, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Worked with youth clients aged 4-15yo
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups related to mental health topics.
- Designed SEL curriculum and implemented weekly activities.
- Developed treatment plans based on client's needs and goals.
- Utilized evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
- Maintained client records according to agency policies and procedures.
- Assessed safety risks of clients in order to develop appropriate interventions.
- Monitored progress of clients towards established goals over time.
- Administered assessments such as diagnostic interviews or psychological tests.
Special Education Teacher (Elementary)
SESI
Cambridge, MD
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Successfully de-escalated students experiencing crisis
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist
Wraparoundmd
Easton, MD
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided education on coping strategies for managing symptoms associated with mental health diagnoses.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic short-term goals that can be achieved within a specified timeframe.
- Developed treatment plans in collaboration with clients, families, and other professionals.
- Conducted assessments of clients' psychosocial functioning.
- Monitored progress of clients towards achieving rehabilitation goals.
- Facilitated weekly support groups for adults living with mental health challenges.
- Assisted clients in developing independent living skills such as budgeting, job seeking, and self-care.
- Maintained accurate records on client information including treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed to ensure safety of the client or others around them.
- Engaged in community outreach activities to promote awareness of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services available to individuals with mental illness.
- Encouraged individuals and family members to develop skills and use strategies for confronting problems constructively.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD05-2024
Bachelor of Social Work -
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD05-2020
Skills
- Adolescent Counseling
- Psycho-social Curriculum Development and Implementation
- Early Intervention Services
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Relationship Building
- Active Listening
- Team Collaboration
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Individual Counseling
- Group Therapy
Languages
Hebrew
Professional
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MSW Clinical Intern
Wonder in the Wild Outdoor School
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher (Elementary)
SESI
05.2022 - 01.2023
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist
Wraparoundmd
06.2021 - 03.2022
Master of Social Work -
Salisbury University
Bachelor of Social Work -
Salisbury University