Camerie Brooks-Henderson
Webster
Summary
Social Worker dedicated to empowering vulnerable populations through comprehensive psychosocial assessments and advocacy. Expertise in care coordination, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration within medical and community settings. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes and promoting social justice through ethical practice and holistic support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Neurology Outpatient Social Worker
Strong Memorial Hospital, University Of Rochester
Rochester
02.2026 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients in outpatient neurology, identifying barriers impacting patient care such as housing instability, transportation, and financial hardship.
- Address social determinants of health impacting patient outcomes and develop individualized intervention plans.
- Deliver supportive counseling and crisis intervention to patients navigating chronic neurological conditions, fostering resilience and coping strategies.
- Provide care coordination and collaborate with neurologists, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to support continuity of care and treatment adherence.
- Facilitate referrals to community-based resources including housing agencies, transportation services, and financial assistance programs
- Advocated for patients within healthcare system, facilitating service access, benefits navigation, and planning for discharge and ongoing care.
- Document all patient interactions, referrals, and care plans in accordance with hospital policy and social work standards.
Social Work Intern
Veteran Affairs Domiciliary
Bath
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Led and co-facilitated psychoeducational and support groups for veterans.
- Provided support to veterans in residential treatment and recovery, promoting their healing and reintegration.
- Registered veterans for group participation and monitored attendance to ensure engagement.
- Conducted phone screenings and assisted with intake assessments.
- Facilitated documentation and care coordination for social workers to enhance service delivery.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Applied trauma informed care and professional ethics in practice.
After School Leader
Rochester Christian Academy
Rochester
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Supervised and engaged students during after-school hours, ensuring a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
- Facilitated age-appropriate activities, including homework help, arts and crafts, games, and Christian-based lessons that encouraged social, emotional, and spiritual development.
- Coordinated daily schedules and transitions to establish consistent routines and reinforce positive behavior management.
- Engaged parents and school staff in regular communication to provide updates and address concerns regarding student needs and behavior.
- Demonstrated Christian values through positive reinforcement, conflict resolution, and compassionate guidance, fostering a supportive environment.
- Ensured all program policies, safety procedures, and child supervision standards were consistently followed.
Social Work Intern
Legal Aid Society of Rochester
Rochester
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Prepared and submitted comprehensive client information to attorneys, enhancing court presentation quality.
- Conducted independent client consultations to gather critical legal information for case development.
- Acquired understanding of civil legal processes and advocacy strategies to support client needs.
- Communicated professionally with clients in often sensitive situations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and ethical standards.
- Attended court hearings to gain insights into legal processes.
WonderCare Site Assistant
WonderCare
Rochester
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Coordinated planning of daily activities and site set up to enhance program delivery.
- Led activities, engaging individual children and small groups to promote social interaction and development.
- Maintain a safe environment for all children in the program.
- Managed parent pickups and communications, ensuring safe and efficient student dismissal process.
- Assist the Site Coordinator in maintaining records and preparing reports.
- Executed WonderCare Quality Standards to maintain program quality.
- Exhibited a positive attitude to foster a supportive environment.
Social Worker
RGH G1
Rochester
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Coordinated assessments and developed care plans per social work policy, implementing intervention plans for discharge preparation or continued care initiation.
- Managed referrals for at-risk patients, determining intervention strategies and documenting actions taken to ensure timely support.
- Patient Care: Determine patient needs through rounds, chart review, patient/family interviews and team conferences; coordinate multidisciplinary and agency case conferences; work with care managers to advocate for patient/family to obtain approval for insurance coverage.
Work Based Family Specialist
Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth
Rochester
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Conducts assessment of youth's strengths and needs.
- Led weekly groups covering WOW Curriculum, job readiness, education and job goals, interviewing preparation, job fairs, and tours with companies, colleges, and guest speakers.
- Conduct two face to face contacts, monthly; includes but not limited to: completing job applications, preparing for job interviews, check-ins at school, home visits., OCFS meetings, etc.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Facilitated check-ins with families and guardians to support youth development.
- Weekly check-ins with school (teachers, guidance counselors, social workers, etc.)
- Weekly check-ins with aftercare youth counselors, vocational workers and facility counselors.
- Monthly paperwork which includes: face-to-face, phone, and group mentoring session notes for each youth, sign-in sheets for each group, incentive forms for each active youth in the community, contact grids and monthly calendar for group lessons/activities.
- Created and submitted monthly Work Based Learning Community Action Plan, ensuring program alignment with organizational goals.
Teacher's Assistant
Urban Choice Charter School
East Rochester
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Work with teachers to plan and prepare for lessons.
- Reinforce lessons presented by teachers reviewing material one-on-one or in small groups.
- Preside over the class when the teacher is unable to perform the duties of classroom teacher due to illness or other conditions.
- Enforce school and class rules to help teach students proper behavior.
- Assisted teachers with recordkeeping and behavioral tracking, ensuring accurate attendance and grade calculations.
- Supervise students in class, between classes, during lunch and recess and on field trips.
- Collaborated with classroom teacher and parents during Parent/Teacher Conferences to discuss student progress.
- Assisted UCCS during New York State Exams.
- Treat students and families respectfully and fairly.
- Communicated specific student concerns to classroom teacher and support personnel, contributing to proactive student support.
- Maintain confidentiality adhering to the staff handbook and school-wide expectations.
- Completed additional tasks assigned by the classroom teacher to support daily operations.
Education
Ph.D. - Theology
Adullam Bible College
Gainesville, FL04-2026
Master of Arts - Theology
Adullam Bible College
Gainesville, FL04-2024
Master of Arts - Social Work
Uticia University
Utica, NY12-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12-2020
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- Care coordination
- Crisis intervention
- Individual assessments
- Patient education
- Resource navigation
- Community outreach
Timeline
Neurology Outpatient Social Worker
Strong Memorial Hospital, University Of Rochester
02.2026 - Current
Social Work Intern
Veteran Affairs Domiciliary
09.2025 - 01.2026
After School Leader
Rochester Christian Academy
04.2025 - 06.2025
Social Work Intern
Legal Aid Society of Rochester
01.2025 - 05.2025
WonderCare Site Assistant
WonderCare
09.2024 - 01.2025
Social Worker
RGH G1
01.2024 - 07.2024
Work Based Family Specialist
Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth
03.2023 - 11.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Urban Choice Charter School
08.2022 - 02.2023
Ph.D. - Theology
Adullam Bible College
Master of Arts - Theology
Adullam Bible College
Master of Arts - Social Work
Uticia University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
North Carolina Central University