AYANNA FOX
New York,USA
Summary
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with expertise in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and overnight residential supervision. Experienced in providing emotional support and resource coordination for high-risk populations in both residential and educational settings. Skilled in de-escalation, case management, and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure holistic care. Seeking an overnight medical social work position to support patients and families through critical care navigation, psychosocial support, and care transitions. Seasoned Social Worker specializing in situational assessments, conflict resolution and effective communication. Services clients to promote optimum mental, emotional and behavioral health in collaboration with other members of health care team. Demonstrates psycho-social assessment, treatment planning and advocacy skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
New York City Department of Education
New York, NY
09.2016 - Current
- Delivered counseling services and implemented data-driven behavioral interventions to improve attendance and academic outcomes.
- Advocated for students and families, providing referrals to community-based mental health and housing resources.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and monitor IEP goals and crisis intervention plans.
- Served as liaison between school and external agencies while promoting equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed practices.
Overnight Residential Life Director
Good Shepherd Services
New York, NY
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Supervised and supported youth in a trauma-sensitive, non-violent residential setting during overnight hours.
- Responded to behavioral crises with de-escalation techniques and maintained accurate incident documentation.
- Connected residents to GED programs, job training, drug treatment, and mentorship opportunities.
- Developed and implemented operational policies, including AWOL reporting, safety protocols, and achievement systems.
Substitute Teacher / Paraprofessional
New York City Department of Education
New York, NY
- Supported students with special needs in both general and special education classrooms.
- Led small group instruction and collaborated with therapists to deliver services aligned with IEPs.
- Participated in ongoing training focused on student well-being and classroom engagement.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Yeshiva University – Wurzweiler School of Social Work
New York, NY05.2018
Bachelor of Social Work -
Medgar Evers College – CUNY
Brooklyn, NY05.2016
Associate of Education -
Medgar Evers College – CUNY
Brooklyn, NY05.2014
Skills
- Suicide prevention
- Socialization issues
- Grief counseling
- Child development expertise
- Substance abuse prevention
- Attendance monitoring
- Solution-based interventions
- Social skills training
- Family support
- Family collaboration
- Mental health assessment
- Emotional support
- Crisis Intervention
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Discharge Planning
- EMR Documentation
- Case Management
- Cultural Competence
- Psychoeducational
- Mental Health Assessment
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Team Collaboration
- Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Organization
Certification
- School Building Leader (SBL), NYS, May 2024
- School District Leader (SDL), NYS, August 2024
- Licensed Master Social Worker, NY, April 2022
- School Social Worker Certification, NY, May 2020
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Certified, March 2019
Timeline
Overnight Residential Life Director
Good Shepherd Services
02.2019 - 09.2021
Social Worker
New York City Department of Education
09.2016 - Current
Substitute Teacher / Paraprofessional
New York City Department of Education
Master of Social Work -
Yeshiva University – Wurzweiler School of Social Work
Bachelor of Social Work -
Medgar Evers College – CUNY
Associate of Education -
Medgar Evers College – CUNY