Alyssa Negron- Washington, LMSW
Yonkers,New York
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker Supervisor Mobile Program
Centerlight Healthcare
Bronx, NY
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
- Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
- Educated clients about the impact of trauma on mental health and well-being.
- Collaborated with family members to provide comprehensive support services to clients.
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.
- Advised families regarding guardianship arrangements when appropriate.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
ABA Therapy
Genius Therapy ( Part Time)
Bronx, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Provided direct instruction to students in the areas of academic, social, communication, and daily living skills.
- Instructed students on how to apply positive reinforcement techniques when addressing challenging behaviors.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated evidence-based practices in Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Utilized a variety of teaching strategies such as prompting, shaping, fading, chaining, modeling., to teach new skills.
- Observed student performance during ABA sessions and provided feedback on their progress.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development activities related to ABA principles and best practices.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Fresh Psychotherapy ( Part- Time)
New York
02.2024 - Current
- Provide psychotherapy services to clients with a variety of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief and loss
- Create an environment conducive to open dialogue by demonstrating empathy, respect for diversity and cultural sensitivity
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss case updates or changes in treatment plans
- Developed and improved diagnostic and therapeutic counseling techniques.
SENIOR PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Lantern Community Services
Bronx, NY
12.2019 - 10.2024
- Oversee Two Supportive Housing Sites: Lindenguild and Silverleaf
- Hire, train, supervise and develop a program team with a strong sense of accountability for achieving outcomes for residents and complying with Lantern and funder regulations and requirements
- Ensure all case records (electronic and paper) are accurate, comprehensive and up to date for all residents
- The Program Director is responsible for monitoring staff compliance and providing training and support resources
- In conjunction with staff, oversee the development and implementation of program services, including groups, community/tenant meetings, activities and celebrations, etc
- Provide regular, ongoing supervision of staff as appropriate and facilitate weekly staff and clinical meetings
- Provide case management support to staff as needed
- Identify and meet training needs for staff
- In collaboration with Leasing and Compliance staff, screen potential clients for the program and assist with the move-in and program orientation process
- Assist with rent collection and ensure all staff members support housing stability through a proactive active approach to working with tenants around budgeting and money management
- Assess serious incidents, review appropriateness of incident management and make corrections as needed
- Utilize data to ensure program goals are met and to address trends (both positive and challenging)
- Actively engage in training that promotes the Program Director's professional development and identifies trainings to support Program staff
- Provide monthly written reports to Senior Management
- Develop linkages with community organizations to support the work of the program.
CASE MANAGER/ SOCIAL WORKER
Lantern Community Services
Bronx
10.2013 - 01.2019
- Assisted chronically homeless clients diagnosed with mental illnesses and substance abuse disorders find permanent housing
- Completed HRA housing applications; Identified services and make referrals of clients for medical care, substance abuse services and employment services
- Provided outreach, engagement, assessment of clients' level of functioning and rehabilitation needs
- Responsible for assisting clients' reentry back into community via service planning, group work individual counseling, and outreaching outside providers; Conducted intake and psychosocial and substance abuse assessments of clients
- Responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date clinical documents; Escorted clients to housing interview; Maintained accurate and up to date written client documentation as required, and in accordance with city and state guidelines
- Provided cognitive behavioral therapy and substance abuse counseling to clients diagnosed with mental illnesses; Formulated treatment plans, completing therapy notes, organizing medical charts, and scheduling appointments
- Responsible for continuing education and remaining abreast of current trends and changes in the field including the professional literature on best practices
- Assisted patients in the process of applying for Social Security Disability and keep communication with Lawyers; Attended Family Court for clients involved in Children Youth Service cases.
CASE MANAGER- FORT WASHINGTON MEN'S SHELTER
Project Renewal
New York
11.2012 - 10.2013
- Established treatment programs by setting schedules and routines; coordinating services being provided; arranging resources, including transportation and escort
- Monitor cases by verifying clients' attendance; observing and evaluating treatments and responses; advocating for needed services and entitlements; obtaining additional resources; intervening in crises; providing personal support
- Communicate clients' progress by conducting weekly interdisciplinary meetings and evaluations; disseminating results and obstacles to therapeutic team and family; identifying treatment influences.
CASE MANAGER
Berks Psychiatry Inc
Reading
10.2010 - 09.2012
- Assisted patients in the process of applying for Social Security Disability and keep communication with Lawyers; Attended Family Court for clients involved in Children Youth Service cases
- Established treatment programs by setting schedules and routines; coordinating services being provided; arranging resources, including transportation and escort
- Monitored cases by verifying clients' attendance; observing and evaluating treatments and responses; advocating for needed services and entitlements; obtaining additional resources; intervening in crises; providing personal support
- Communicated clients' progress by conducting weekly interdisciplinary meetings and evaluations; disseminating results and obstacles to therapeutic team and family; identifying treatment influences.
Education
Seminar in Field Instruction -
Fordham University
Bronx, NY05.2024
LMSW New York State -
Association of Social Work Boards
New York, NY05.2023
Master of Social Work -
Silberman School of Social Work At Hunter College
New York, NY08.2019
Master of Science in Psychology -
University of Phoenix
US08.2014
Skills
- Program Leadership
- Effective problem solving
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Cognitive Behavioral therapy
- Motivational interviewing skills
- Innovation and Creativity
Timeline
Social Worker Supervisor Mobile Program
Centerlight Healthcare
10.2024 - Current
ABA Therapy
Genius Therapy ( Part Time)
09.2024 - Current
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Fresh Psychotherapy ( Part- Time)
02.2024 - Current
SENIOR PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Lantern Community Services
12.2019 - 10.2024
CASE MANAGER/ SOCIAL WORKER
Lantern Community Services
10.2013 - 01.2019
CASE MANAGER- FORT WASHINGTON MEN'S SHELTER
Project Renewal
11.2012 - 10.2013
CASE MANAGER
Berks Psychiatry Inc
10.2010 - 09.2012
Seminar in Field Instruction -
Fordham University
LMSW New York State -
Association of Social Work Boards
Master of Social Work -
Silberman School of Social Work At Hunter College
Master of Science in Psychology -
University of Phoenix
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