Coleman Z. Maxwell
Philadelphia,USA
Summary
Graduate-level social work student specializing in clinical practice with experience providing individual and group therapy, school-based support, and trauma-informed behavioral intervention with children and adolescents. Skilled in managing complex emotional and behavioral presentations, maintaining safety and structure in fast-paced environments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Brings a strong foundation in crisis response, youth development, and program leadership across outpatient, school, and camp settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Intern
Penn Medicine Outpatient Psychiatry Center
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions with 10+ patients, providing psychotherapy and utilizing psychodynamic and supportive/expressive techniques
- Developed and implemented individualized, evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with patients, monitoring progress and adjusting when needed
- Maintained accurate and timely clinical documentation, progress notes, and confidential patient records within an Epic in compliance with state and federal regulations
Assistant Camp Director
DEAN Adventure Camps
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised a team of 40 counselors and the implementation of curriculum to 1000 campers
- Provided trauma-informed emotional and behavioral support to campers
- Oversaw program logistics, including activity setup, transitions, and coordination with counselors, to ensure smooth and consistent delivery of daily programming
Social Work Intern
Harrity Elementary School
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Co-facilitated grief group sessions for 10+ students, providing a supportive environment to process loss and develop coping skills
- Conducted individual therapy sessions with 6 students, addressing emotion management through motivational interviewing and solution-based treatment
- Led 7 new student groups, helping new students adjust to their new learning environments
Lead Counselor
DEAN Adventure Camps
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Led a team of counselors in implementing engaging outdoor activities and events for 400 campers.
- Counseled 10-20 campers weekly, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
- Mediated and resolved conflict between campers to ensure a positive camp experience.
Co-founder
Everybody Eats DC
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Designed and implemented a plan distributing 3,000 meals to unhoused residents and families of Washington, D.C.
- Created and managed the budget. Established relationships with other community organizations.
- Raised over $10,000 through fundraising efforts and created a system for resource distribution.
Operations Assistant
University Center, American University
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Served as the face of the University Center, provided campus information to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
- Event organization, responsible for set-up and breakdown.
- Managed the information desk and answered phone calls from prospective students and parents.
Assistant Camp Director & Camper Support
The Handwork Studio
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted the Camp Director in leading and managing 30 counselors.
- Supervised the implementation of curriculum to 1400 campers.
- Modeled the organization's mission, vision, and culture to foster a collaborative team environment and an outstanding camper experience.
- Worked with struggling campers to provide emotional and learning support. Communicated with parents to understand campers' needs to enhance the campers' experience.
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Concentration
University of Pennsylvania, School of Social Policy and Practice
Philadelphia, PA05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Justice and Law: Criminal Justice
American University, School of Public Affairs
Washington, D.C.05.2024
Skills
- Word processing
- Spreadsheets
- Crisis intervention
- Data entry
- Child welfare
- Engagement
- Patient support
- Multicultural competence
Hobbies and Interests
- Theater
- Youth Development
- Advocacy
- Community Service
- Social Justice
Leadership Experience
- Secretary, American University Student Government, American University, D.C., 05/22, 11/22, Elected as Chief of Communications and Operations for the American University Student Government., Administered and maintained effective communication for an organization with over 100 members., Led a team managing several public outreach platforms with a combined following of over 3,000 people.
- Senator, American University Student Government, American University, D.C., 01/22, 03/22, Elected Senator for the class of 2024. Represented 2,000 students., Served on the Committee on Accountability, Transparency, and Accessibility (CATA)., Served on the Committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Penn Medicine Outpatient Psychiatry Center
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Camp Director
DEAN Adventure Camps
06.2025 - 08.2025
Social Work Intern
Harrity Elementary School
09.2024 - 05.2025
Lead Counselor
DEAN Adventure Camps
06.2024 - 08.2024
Assistant Camp Director & Camper Support
The Handwork Studio
06.2023 - 08.2023
Co-founder
Everybody Eats DC
08.2022 - 05.2024
Operations Assistant
University Center, American University
01.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Justice and Law: Criminal Justice
American University, School of Public Affairs
Master of Social Work - Clinical Concentration
University of Pennsylvania, School of Social Policy and Practice