Robin Richards, DSW, LCSW
Princeton,New Jersey
Summary
Reliable clinical and school Social Worker with several years of experience as a key member of an interdisciplinary team. Reputation for defusing tense situations and establishing genuine rapport with clients, family members, and community partners. Excel at empathy, communication, and problem-solving to foster positive outcomes in challenging situations. Strengths include the ability to create safe, supportive environments that promote open dialogue, as well as adeptness at connecting individuals with resources to move clients toward their goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Fellow
Tulane University
, Remote
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided feedback on student assignments, papers, and projects to ensure high-quality standards.
- Instructed classes and lectures remotely using video conferencing software, Zoom.
- Provided support for distance learners by responding promptly to questions via email or chat rooms.
Support Group Facilitator
YWCA Breast Cancer Resource Center
Remote-Princeton, NJ
02.2021 - Current
- Actively listened to each participant's story and provided advice when needed.
- Assisted in developing strategies for managing difficult emotions or situations.
- Created an environment that was safe and supportive for members to share their experiences.
Therapist
Private Practice
Somerset, NJ
07.2014 - Current
- Individual Therapy; adults and children
- Couples/ Premarital/Marital Counseling
- Family Counseling
Child Study Team Social Worker
South Brunswick Board of Education
Monmouth Junction, NJ
09.2000 - Current
- Case manage classified, middle and high school students
- Complete Social Work assessments, as a part of comprehensive Child Study Team evaluations
- Individual and group counseling with middle and high school students
- Facilitated Mentoring Program
Needs Assessor
Project 99
West Orange, NJ
02.2010 - 12.2012
- Completed Needs Assessments for youth/ adolescents for Perform Care services
- Completed Needs Assessments for Hudson and Essex County Juvenile Detention Center
- Provided in-home counseling services to youth and families
Child Study Team Social Worker
Elizabeth Board of Education
Elizabeth, NJ
09.1999 - 09.2000
- Case managed classified, elementary students
- Completed Social Work assessments, as a part of comprehensive Child Study Team evaluations
- Conducted individual and group counseling
School Social Worker
Jersey City Community Charter School
Jersey City, NJ
09.1998 - 06.2000
- Facilitated groups and individual counseling
- Made referrals to parents and families
- Consulted with teachers and parents
Clinician
Family Connections
Orange, NJ
06.1997 - 08.1998
- Conducted individual, family, and group therapy sessions
- Performed mental health status assessments for Essex County Court
- Provided in-home counseling services to families
Education
D.S.W. -
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA12-2024
M.S.W. -
Fordham University
New York, NY01.1997
B.S.W. -
Kean College
Union, NJ01.1996
Skills
- Psychosocial assessments
- Psychotherapy experience
- Suicide risk assessment
- Strengths-based practices
- Cognitive behavior therapy
- Counseling sessions
- Facilitating groups
- Case management
- Individual therapy
- Multicultural competence
Npi
1417356965
Licensure Certification
- NJ State Licensed Clinical Social Worker-44SC05347300
- NJ State Certified School Social Worker
- NJ-NASW Certified Clinical Supervisor
- Rutgers University Certificate in Adoption
- ACEP EFT Level 1 & 2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Fellow
Tulane University
08.2024 - 12.2024
Support Group Facilitator
YWCA Breast Cancer Resource Center
02.2021 - Current
Therapist
Private Practice
07.2014 - Current
Needs Assessor
Project 99
02.2010 - 12.2012
Child Study Team Social Worker
South Brunswick Board of Education
09.2000 - Current
Child Study Team Social Worker
Elizabeth Board of Education
09.1999 - 09.2000
School Social Worker
Jersey City Community Charter School
09.1998 - 06.2000
Clinician
Family Connections
06.1997 - 08.1998
D.S.W. -
Tulane University
M.S.W. -
Fordham University
B.S.W. -
Kean College
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