Bevin Perry
South Windsor,CT
Summary
Professional with a strong background in school social work, ensuring students' well-being and fostering academic success. Skilled in crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, and creating supportive environments. Collaborative team player focused on achieving positive outcomes, adapting to changing needs, and challenges. Known for effective communication, empathy, and strong problem-solving abilities.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Social Worker
ECHN Manchester Hospital Clinical Day School
Manchester , CT
09.2023 - Current
- Deliver ongoing individual and group counseling to students in grades 6-12, using a trauma-informed approach.
- Develop and implement IEP social / emotional goals based on students academic, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Conduct crisis intervention, including comprehensive risk assessments.
- Prepare written and oral clinical reports for PPT meetings.
- Maintain ongoing communication with families and outside agencies.
- Collaborate with teachers and administrators to create intervention strategies for at-risk students.
- CPI trained and certified
School Social Worker
Intensive Education Academy
West Hartford, CT
03.2020 - 08.2023
- Supported the social, emotional, and academic learning goals of all students.
- Carried a caseload of 25+ Special Education students, with varying levels of disabilities.
- Developed and implemented IEP goals based on social, behavioral or emotional needs.
- Created and led weekly Social Group lessons, focused on SEL, executive functioning, and social skills.
- Provided regular parent / guardian communication.
- Assisted families with the Transition process for 18-22 year olds.
- Provided individual and/or group counseling based on needs / IEP goals.
- Assisted students in both school and community settings to work on social skill and community safety development.
- Provided crisis intervention as needed.
- Safety Care trained.
School Social Worker
Farmington High School
Farmington, CT
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and guardians to determine needs of individual students
- Performed risk assessments, assessing students safety and evaluate need for further interventions
- Completed Social Developmental histories of students under evaluation
- Provided group and individual counseling to address social / emotional needs
- Served on local Juvenile Review Board
- Member of Mental Health Team, and Student Intervention Team
School Social Worker
AHM Youth And Family Services
Hebron, Connecticut
08.2001 - 06.2018
- Worked for a Youth Service Bureau, contracted to be the School Social Worker at RHAM High School.
- Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies.
- Met with students, providing ongoing counseling and case management services.
- Served on the local Juvenile Review Board.
- Co-advised the Peer Helper program, training students in leadership and self-awareness.
- Developed and Coadvised the Power of Words anti-bullying program at RHAM High School.
- Supported students, teachers, and families during crisis situations
- Served on many school committees; School Climate Committee, Crisis Team, Interview committees.
School Clinician
Natchaug Hospital. Joshua Center Brooklyn
Brooklyn, CT
08.1999 - 06.2001
- Served as the School Clinician for a Clinical Day Treatment program
- Led daily groups, focused on anger management, behavior modification, social skills.
- Provided crisis intervention and risk assessments.
- Attended PPT's, and worked with schools on a return to public school.
Social Worker / Recreation Therapist
South Windsor Nursing Center
South Windsor, CT
09.1991 - 07.1997
DCF Social Worker
Department of Children and Families
Waltham, MA
08.1989 - 09.1991
Education
Certificate in Sign Language and Deaf Studies -
Northwestern CT Community College
Winsted, CTBachelors of Social Work - Social Work
Western New England University
Springfield, MAMasters of Social Work - Social Work
University of Connecticut
West Hartford, CTSkills
- Crisis intervention
- Risk assessment
- PPT/ IEP understanding
- Trauma-informed care
- Individual and group counseling
- Social skills training
- Knowledge of curriculums with Autism focus (Social Thinking, Everyday Speech, Circles)
- Developed Anti-Bullying program and trainings
- Proficient in PowerSchool
- CPI trained and certified
Affiliations
National Association of Social Workers
Certification
- School Social Worker Certification, 071 Professional Educator
- Licensed Master Level Social Worker, 8682
Accomplishments
Developed an Anti-bullying program and trainings, called Power of Words. This is a student led program focusing on developing a culture of acceptance and respect. The program was also brought to the RHAM Middle School and to the local elementary schools.
Previous Social Service Experience
- Social Worker / Recreation Therapist, South Windsor Nursing Center, South Windsor, CT
- DCF Social Worker, Department of Children and Families, Waltham, MA
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Social Worker
ECHN Manchester Hospital Clinical Day School
09.2023 - Current
School Social Worker
Intensive Education Academy
03.2020 - 08.2023
School Social Worker
Farmington High School
08.2018 - 02.2020
School Social Worker
AHM Youth And Family Services
08.2001 - 06.2018
School Clinician
Natchaug Hospital. Joshua Center Brooklyn
08.1999 - 06.2001
Social Worker / Recreation Therapist
South Windsor Nursing Center
09.1991 - 07.1997
DCF Social Worker
Department of Children and Families
08.1989 - 09.1991
Certificate in Sign Language and Deaf Studies -
Northwestern CT Community College
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
Western New England University
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
University of Connecticut
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