Caitlin Evans
Los Gatos,California
Summary
Recent graduate with solid foundational knowledge in Social Work and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Experienced with building rapport and trust with clients to facilitate effective interventions. Utilizes assessment and counseling skills to support client needs and promote well-being. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MSW Student Intern
Community Solutions
9015 Murray Avenue, Gilroy, CA 95020
08.2024 - Current
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Maintained accurate case records, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and confidentiality practices.
- Improved communication between clients and their families through mediation and conflict resolution techniques.
- Built rapport with diverse populations using active listening skills and cultural sensitivity in all interactions.
NICU Family Support Specialist (Contractor)
Valley Health Foundation
751 South Bascom Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
02.2022 - Current
- Provided 1:1 peer support to NICU parents and families.
- Lead individualized and group peer support sessions with families.
- Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as self-care, grief and loss, and stress management.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Advocated for families within various medical disciplines, ensuring their voices were heard and needs were met.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles by addressing concerns related to nutrition, exercise routines or mental health needs.
- Connected families with unit medical social worker to provide community resources for financial, emotional, and educational assistance.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in family support services and family centered care.
- Maintained detailed case notes documenting client interactions, interventions provided, progress made, and any barriers encountered during service delivery.
Guardian Ad Litem (Contractor)
Superior Court of California Santa Clara County
201 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95113
02.2022 - 02.2025
- Represented the parent’s rights and advocated for their best interests in dependency proceedings while ensuring compliance with court orders.
- Assisted the parent navigate the juvenile dependency court system, explaining legal terminology, hearings, and case plans.
- Worked closely with social workers, therapists, and other service providers to track progress and ensure the parent received the necessary support.
- Regularly checked in with the parent to assess their compliance with services and overall stability.
- Supported the parent in voicing their concerns, making informed choices, and engaging effectively with the court and child welfare system when possible.
- Attend Court Hearings and CFT Meetings to support parent and advocate for the parent’s progress and needs.
- Visited locked facilities as needed to provide parent support.
- Maintained professional integrity while ensuring that the parent’s personal information was handled appropriately.
MSW Student Intern
Gardner Health Services
160 East Virginia Street Suite 100
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided therapy services for children aged 0-5.
- Conducted age appropriate assessments, using principles of social work to evaluate bio-psycho-socio-economic factors affecting individuals and families.
- Developed resource guides for clients, streamlining access to community-based services and programs.
- Assessed individuals under supervision of licensed social worker to help guide treatment planning.
- Wrote notes, completed documentation for referrals and maintained case files.
- Educated patients and families about counseling and treatment options.
- Prepared treatment plans based on assessment findings and incorporated feedback from senior staff to optimize approaches.
Education
Master of Social Work -
California State University, Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA07-2016
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
De Anza College
Cupertino, CA06-2014
Skills
- Clinical assessment & Biopsychosocial evaluations
- Multicultural competence and humility
- Individual & Group therapy
- Substance abuse treatment
- Client advocacy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Trained in CBT, CBT-ED, TF-CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing
Certification
- Children and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment (CANS) 0-5 & 5+
- CalAIM
- Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Circle Keeper with National Compadres Network
Timeline
MSW Student Intern
Community Solutions
08.2024 - Current
MSW Student Intern
Gardner Health Services
08.2023 - 05.2024
NICU Family Support Specialist (Contractor)
Valley Health Foundation
02.2022 - Current
Guardian Ad Litem (Contractor)
Superior Court of California Santa Clara County
02.2022 - 02.2025
Master of Social Work -
California State University, Monterey Bay
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, Monterey Bay
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
De Anza College