Alyssa McConnell
Warwick
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated MSW student with professional experience as a Student Support Worker and Social Work Intern within an alternative school setting. Experienced in supporting adolescents facing behavioral, emotional, academic, and mental health challenges through crisis intervention, advocacy, case management, and trauma-informed support. Passionate about mental health, substance use treatment, and empowering individuals through compassionate, client-centered care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Support Worker
Rhode Island Alternative Academy
Warwick, RI
08.2022 - Current
- This role consists of supporting the social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of students within the school community. Working collaboratively with educators, administrators, and families, helping create a safe and supportive environment where all students can thrive.
- The responsibilities include building strong, trusting relationships with students, providing individualized and group support, and helping students develop coping strategies, self-regulation skills, and positive peer relationships. Often being a point of contact for students experiencing emotional difficulties, behavioral challenges, or personal issues, and assisting in identifying needs, setting goals, and facilitating access to appropriate resources.
Social Work Intern
Rhode Island Alternative Academy
Warwick, RI
05.2026 - Current
- Provide social-emotional support to adolescents within an alternative school setting
- Assist students experiencing mental health, behavioral, academic, and personal challenges
- Apply trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches while supporting diverse student populations
- Participate in case management, student advocacy, and resource coordination
- Engage with school staff, families, and community providers to foster an environment that supports student success and well-being.
- Facilitate student development of coping skills, emotional regulation, communication skills, and positive peer relationships.
- Engage in crisis intervention efforts to enhance student well-being and support planning.
Education
Bachelors of Psychology -
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05.2024
Master of Social Work - Social Work - in Progress
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT05.2027
Skills
- Coping Strategy Development
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Strategies
- Understanding Diverse Populations
- Collaborative Work with Families, Teachers, and School Staff
- Interpersonal & communication skills
- Restorative Practices & Conflict Mediation
- Empathy
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Rhode Island Alternative Academy
05.2026 - Current
Student Support Worker
Rhode Island Alternative Academy
08.2022 - Current
Bachelors of Psychology -
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Social Work - Social Work - in Progress
Quinnipiac University