Amanda Lejman, LMSW
West Babylon,NY
Summary
Newly graduated social worker experienced in School Social Work, Food Insecurity, Children & Families. I am looking for a full-time position to demonstrate my strong commitment to serving youth and their families. Skilled at working with a team, showing empathy, and conflict resolution.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Islip School District
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Facilitated groups for students dealing with a variety of issues such as divorce/ separation, social and communication skills, & self-esteem during lunch periods.
- Introduced social skills & emotional lessons for all special education students grades 2 to 5.
- Assisted in developing IEPs for students with special needs and advocated for comprehensive teaching methods.
Intern
Patchogue-Medford Youth And Community Services
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Facilitate and plan after school programs for 4th and 5th grade students to educate them on topics such as bullying, boundaries, etc. and assist in strengthening social skills
- Facilitate after school recreation programs such as cooking class, science club & craft club.
Intern
Drive Out Hunger Inc.
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted research on food insecurity and hunger, outreach calls and emails, collected food donations for contactless drop offs during the COVID pandemic.
Education
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05.2023
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05.2022
Skills
- Empowerment
- Client Advocacy
- Intervention Planning
- Educational Support
- Client Needs Assessment
- Solution Focused Interventions
Certification
- Licensed Master of Social Work - 2023
- Child Abuse Identification Certification, 2022
Additional Experience
Office Assistant/ Recreation Aide April 2021- Current
Town of Babylon Parks & Recreation Department- North Babylon, NY
- Assisted the aquatics director in prepping paperwork and registering residents for swimming lessons.
- Answered phone calls and assist residents with navigating the website and registering for programs.
- Coordinated all social media posts for the department.
Timeline
Intern
Islip School District
09.2022 - 05.2023
Intern
Patchogue-Medford Youth And Community Services
08.2021 - 05.2022
Intern
Drive Out Hunger Inc.
08.2020 - 05.2021
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
Adelphi University
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Adelphi University
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