Chelsea L. Eltringham
Kendall Park,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Social Work Graduate Student graduating from Columbia University May 2024. to treating diverse patient needs while managing dynamic conditions. Collaborative professional possessing knowledge and judgment on maintaining strong documentation and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
School Social Work Intern
NYC Department of Education
New York, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Assessed and evaluated student social, emotional, and behavioral needs for elementary age students in a public school sector.
- Recorded students progress towards IEP goal attainment within special education student information system.
- Developed and implemented individualized intervention plans for students in need of additional support.
- Collaborated with school staff to identify at-risk students and create appropriate interventions.
- Monitored the progress of students receiving services and modified plans as needed.
- Facilitated individual and group counseling with students utilizing evidence based practices.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings related to IEPs or other special education services.
- Served as an advocate for marginalized populations within the school setting including those from low-income backgrounds or with disabilities and special needs.
- Facilitated restorative justice circles designed to help students resolve conflicts peacefully without resorting to punitive measures like suspensions or expulsions.
- Consulted with teachers, parents and outside professionals to support service plan development.
- Conducted Social Emotional Learning lessons within the classroom.
Case Manager Intern
YCS Laurie Haven
Edison, NJ
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Co-facilitated group therapy for youth ages 7-12, incorporating social emotional learning.
- Updated clinical case notes during treatment team meetings to inform staff of progress and updates in clients treatment plan approach.
- Maintained case notes, records, and documentation according to agency policies and procedures.
- Trained in Nurtured Heart Approach
Community Senior Case Manager
Catholic Charities Diocese of Metuchen
Bridgewater, NJ
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Outreach for the Somerset County Senior Population to promote the Senior Case Management, including presentations, community fairs, connecting and presenting to the Somerset County Office on Aging and Disabilities.
- Conducting biopsychosocial's with the senior population cliental.
- Advocating for the senior population by speaking on behalf of senior’s for medication, elder fraud, obtaining documentation for assistance through federal agencies, and assisting in communication with doctors, welfare agencies, and charities
- Entered assessments, guest data and progress notes to ensure client was meeting treatment goals.
- Provided direct service and support by handling referrals for advocacy issues or resolving complaints.
Internship Student
Applied, School and Community Psychology
Rutgers University Psychology Department, NJ
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Sit in on clinical case conferences and discuss various didactics that involve psychiatric diagnosis
- Discuss the quality of care and interventions needed to ensure proper protocol is being implemented.
Education
Master of Science - Advanced Clinical Practice, Social Work
Columbia University in The City of New York
New York, NY05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Social Work & Psychology
Rutgers University School of Arts And Sciences
New Brunswick, NJ05.2023
Skills
- Clinical Interventions & Evidence Based Practices
- Individual Counseling
- Case Management
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Client Advocacy
- Competent in Special Education Student Information System (SESIS) & MyEvolv for client records
Timeline
School Social Work Intern
NYC Department of Education
09.2023 - Current
Case Manager Intern
YCS Laurie Haven
09.2022 - 04.2023
Community Senior Case Manager
Catholic Charities Diocese of Metuchen
04.2022 - 02.2023
Internship Student
Applied, School and Community Psychology
01.2022 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Advanced Clinical Practice, Social Work
Columbia University in The City of New York
Bachelor of Science - Social Work & Psychology
Rutgers University School of Arts And Sciences
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