Caroline Castellone
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker with over five years of experience working with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) specializing in situational assessments, conflict resolution and effective communication. Services clients to promote optimum mental, emotional and behavioral health, while fostering resilience through advocacy and passion.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Clinical Intern
Yachad New England
Brookline, MA
09.2023 - Current
- Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing individualized service plans.
- Assisted clients in navigating community resources for optimal support and services.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize client care and improve overall wellbeing.
- Created curriculum for: Grief & Loss Support Group, Healthy Relationships Support Group
- Worked in individual therapy sessions with clients
Nanny
Self-Employed
Boston, MA
01.2021 - Current
- Work for 3 families in supporting their children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Builds positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Assists children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Teach children everyday skills and language.
- Accompany families on international travel
Communications Coordinator
Visual Thrive, LLC
Providence, RI
06.2018 - Current
- Boosted audience engagement through creative content creation for social media platforms.
- Manages marketing strategies of 25+ small businesses
- Enhanced brand visibility by developing and implementing strategic communication campaigns.
- Developing + Managing Marketing Campaigns
- Analyzed SEO outreach goals and presented findings to marketing director.
- Enhanced small business growth through targeted marketing strategies and financial analysis.
Program Specialist
NEEDS Center
Tewksbury, MA
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Increased client progress by implementing individualized treatment plans targeting specific behavioral goals.
- Trained in ABA strategies to enhance communication and improve social skills
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and develop effective intervention strategies.
- Established rapport with clients, fostering trusting relationships that facilitated successful therapy sessions.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary to ensure safety of clients, staff, and families.
Music Teacher
Self-Employed
05.2019 - 05.2023
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening
- Improved student musicianship by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and techniques.
- Created individual lesson plans for each student based on their skill level and interests in music.
PASS Worker
Ocean State Behavioral
Warwick, RI
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided services for children in middle school with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
- Presented opportunities for rewarding social interactions
- Wrote weekly process reports to track clients progress
- Enhanced participant engagement with tailored support strategies for individual needs.
- Created specialized curriculum catered to children's learning abilities and interests
Education
Master's in Social Work - Integrated Practice And Programming (IPP)
Columbia University School of Social Work
Manhattan, NY05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Boston University
Boston, MA05.2023
Minor - Music
Boston University
Boston, MA05.2023
Skills
- Group Therapy
- Individual Counseling
- Caregiver Relations
- Progress Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Cultural Competency
Certification
- Red Cross CPR & First Aid Certified for Adults, Children and Infants, 2023
- Mandated Reporter Training - Disabled Persons Protection Commission, 2023
- Trauma Informed Care Training, 2023
- CITI Training: Research Ethics and Compliance Training, 2023
- SPSS Fluency, 2022
SPSS Fluency, CPR + Red Cross First Aid for Infants, Children and Adults. CITI Training: Research, Ethics and Compliance Training.
Accomplishments
Owen Award Recipient - Vietnam, 2018: Worked in orphanages with children with disabilities from June-August.
Travel Scholar Stipend: Guatemala, 2017: Taught ESL in local elementary skills. Worked in crisis-intervention in women's shelters. Led support groups of 3-4 women.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Social Work Clinical Intern
Yachad New England
09.2023 - Current
Program Specialist
NEEDS Center
04.2022 - 05.2023
Nanny
Self-Employed
01.2021 - Current
PASS Worker
Ocean State Behavioral
01.2020 - 12.2021
Music Teacher
Self-Employed
05.2019 - 05.2023
Communications Coordinator
Visual Thrive, LLC
06.2018 - Current
Master's in Social Work - Integrated Practice And Programming (IPP)
Columbia University School of Social Work
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Boston University
Minor - Music
Boston University
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