Chabeli Nadal
Wayland,USA
Summary
A bilingual and bicultural clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed care to diverse young adult populations. Skilled in crisis intervention, clinical assessments, individual and group counseling, and case management, particularly in supporting multicultural students and underserved communities. Adept at managing high-risk clients, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with university departments to ensure comprehensive mental health services. Passionate about improving student well-being, retention, and academic success through culturally competent mental health support.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Chelsea Opportunity Academy
Chelsea, USA
07.2024 - Current
- Oversees school-wide clinical and student support systems, ensuring access to high-quality, culturally affirming care for underserved students, including immigrants, parenting youth, and English language learners.
- Leads crisis response protocols and multidisciplinary case management teams to support students' mental health and safety.
- Coordinates family engagement initiatives and collaborates with external agencies to address student wellness and retention.
- Supervises school-based mental health staff and conducts regular evaluations of social-emotional programming.
Clinical School Social Worker & Lead Social Worker
Chelsea Opportunity Academy
Chelsea, USA
01.2019 - 06.2024
- Delivered direct clinical services, including suicide and homicide risk assessments, trauma therapy, substance use counseling, and crisis intervention for high-acuity students aged 16–22.
- Managed complex caseloads while ensuring timely documentation and follow-up using EMR systems, in compliance with HIPAA and FERPA.
- Designed and facilitated culturally responsive individual and group counseling; implemented outreach efforts to build community trust, and destigmatize mental health care.
- Provided supervision to LCSWs and led a weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) for clinical social workers across the district.
Clinical and Academic Advisor
Boston College School of Social Work
Chestnut Hill, USA
08.2015 - 05.2023
- Led orientation for master-level students entering into field education placements and supervised student interns during intensive community-based clinical internships.
- Provided case management and support for students in crisis, ensuring their success in academic and field placements.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to integrate students' academic learning with fieldwork, ensuring alignment with the nine competencies required by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Assistant Director, International Doctoral Program
Boston College School Of Social Work
Chestnut Hill, MA
03.2015 - 06.2018
- Managed all aspects of the International PhD Program in Social Welfare, ensuring compliance with Boston College policies and sponsor requirements.
- Developed and maintained partnerships with international institutions in Mexico and Chile, fostering academic collaborations and supporting students’ international experiences.
- Coordinated academic services for graduate students, including case management, tutoring, academic advising, health services, and career planning.
- Organized and hosted events, designed online doctoral courses, and ensured visa compliance for international students.
Adjunct Faculty
Boston College School of Social Work
Chestnut Hill, USA
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Taught Psychosocial Pathology, focusing on the etiology and identification of adult mental disorders, utilizing the DSM for assessment and treatment planning.
- Taught Community Development for Innovation, partnering with The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile for a summer abroad course on social innovation and community mobilization, with an emphasis on culturally relevant practices.
Supervisor
Massachusetts Department of Children and Families
, USA
05.2007 - 06.2015
- Provided clinical and administrative supervision to a team of eight social workers handling diverse caseloads, including protective services, adolescent, and adoption cases.
- Represented DCF in court proceedings and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to stabilize families.
- Supervised MSW students and contributed to their professional development.
Family Group Conferencing
Massachusetts Department of Children and Families
Metro Boston, MA
12.2005 - 05.2007
- Coordinated and facilitated Family Group Conferencing (FGC) and developed family-centered approaches to resolve and promote child welfare concerns.
Social Worker
Massachusset Department of Children and Families
Metro Boston, MA
07.2002 - 12.2005
- Performed investigations on reports of child abuse and neglect, and emergency response work for night and weekend emergencies.
- Completed assessments and service/action plans to address family concerns, conducted home visits with families, and facilitated foster/adoptive home studies.
- Supervised visits between children and their families, and represented the Department in IEP meetings and court cases, including Probate, Juvenile, and Criminal Court.
Education
Master of Social Work (Clinical Specialty) -
Boston College School of Social Work
Chestnut Hill, MABachelor of Science - Psychology and Child Development
Tulane University
New Orleans, LAPost-Graduate Certificate - Advanced Clinical Practice for Children, Youth, and Families
Boston College School of Social Work
Chestnut Hill, MAGraduate Certificate - School Leadership
William James College
Newton, MASkills
- Crisis Intervention & Risk Assessment: Expertise in conducting suicide and homicide risk assessments, crisis stabilization, and providing immediate intervention services for high-risk clients
- Culturally Responsive Counseling: Proficient in delivering evidence-based treatment, including individual, couples, and group therapy, tailored to the unique needs of multicultural students
- Case Management & Care Coordination: Strong background in managing clinical caseloads, coordinating care across services, and making timely referrals to ensure continuity of care
- Multicultural Sensitivity: Deep experience working with ethnic minorities, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ, and first-generation students, with an emphasis on fostering an inclusive environment
- Supervision & Training: Experienced in supervising and mentoring social work trainees and providing training in culturally competent care and mental health best practices
- Team Collaboration & Leadership: Ability to work harmoniously within interdisciplinary teams, supporting university faculty, staff, and administrators in student care initiatives
- Clinical Documentation & Record-Keeping: Skilled in maintaining timely, accurate clinical records in compliance with best practices and using electronic medical record systems
- Outreach & Program Development: Expertise in developing and evaluating culturally responsive outreach programs to meet the evolving needs of diverse student populations
Languages
- Spanish, Native speaker
- English, Bilingual
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Chelsea Opportunity Academy
07.2024 - Current
Clinical School Social Worker & Lead Social Worker
Chelsea Opportunity Academy
01.2019 - 06.2024
Adjunct Faculty
Boston College School of Social Work
01.2016 - 05.2018
Clinical and Academic Advisor
Boston College School of Social Work
08.2015 - 05.2023
Assistant Director, International Doctoral Program
Boston College School Of Social Work
03.2015 - 06.2018
Supervisor
Massachusetts Department of Children and Families
05.2007 - 06.2015
Family Group Conferencing
Massachusetts Department of Children and Families
12.2005 - 05.2007
Social Worker
Massachusset Department of Children and Families
07.2002 - 12.2005
Master of Social Work (Clinical Specialty) -
Boston College School of Social Work
Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Child Development
Tulane University
Post-Graduate Certificate - Advanced Clinical Practice for Children, Youth, and Families
Boston College School of Social Work
Graduate Certificate - School Leadership
William James College
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