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Amanda DiMilia, CSW

Milltown,NJ

Summary

Motivated and compassionate MSW graduate student with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, child development, and behavioral health. Experienced in providing support to children and adolescents in school and residential settings, with demonstrated ability to respond to crisis situations, facilitate family-centered interventions, and collaborate across interdisciplinary teams. Certified Social Worker (CSW) with a passion for child welfare and a commitment to promoting safety, stability, and healing for at-risk youth and families.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Relief Treatment Counselor/MSW Clinical Intern

Collier Group Home
09.2024 - Current
  • Provide trauma-informed care, treatment counseling, and mentorship to 10 adolescents in a residential group home setting
  • Execute crisis intervention services, employing de-escalation techniques to ensure the youths' safety and well-being
  • Support youth with daily living tasks, including hygiene, meals, and medication distribution
  • Monitor youths' progress through regular assessments, adjusting treatment strategies to enhance effectiveness
  • Maintain accurate documentation of youths' interactions and treatment outcomes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and address complex client needs efficiently
  • Conducted individualized treatment plans for youth, ensuring tailored approaches to support recovery
  • Facilitated family and group therapy sessions, promoting peer interaction and engagement in therapeutic processes

Paraprofessional

Collier Middle School
10.2022 - Current
  • Deliver one on one academic, emotional, and behavioral support catered to student's unique needs
  • Implement strategies from student's Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
  • Track behavioral data and collaborate with school staff and mental health professionals to support progress
  • Assist teachers in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to support diverse learning needs
  • Collaborate with staff to develop effective teaching strategies for at-risk students

Social Services Intern

JDT Resort
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Built rapport with residents and offered emotional and practical support
  • Participated in family meetings and care planning with interdisciplinary teams
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments and developed individualized care plans
  • Assisted in case management by coordinating services for guests requiring additional support
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions, ensuring compliance with reporting standards

Education

Master of Social Work - MSW

Georgian Court University
Lakewood, NJ
07.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Family Science and Human Development, Concentration in Family Services

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
01.2022

Skills

  • Trauma-informed care
  • Client advocacy
  • Clinical documentation
  • Data collection
  • Behavior management
  • Strong oral & written communication skills
  • Child & adolescent development knowledge
  • Crisis de-escalation, assessment, and intervention
  • Efficient under pressure

Certification

Certified Social Worker (CSW) – License #: 44SW05434700

Timeline

Relief Treatment Counselor/MSW Clinical Intern

Collier Group Home
09.2024 - Current

Paraprofessional

Collier Middle School
10.2022 - Current

Social Services Intern

JDT Resort
09.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Family Science and Human Development, Concentration in Family Services

Montclair State University

Master of Social Work - MSW

Georgian Court University

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