Crystal Pinero
Newark,NJ
Summary
Licensed social work professional with strong problem-solving abilities, a commitment to continuous learning, and exceptional communication skills. Over three years of experience working with vulnerable and diverse populations, fostering trust and understanding to drive meaningful change. Poised to contribute to team success by leveraging expertise to achieve positive outcomes and enhance client well-being. Eager to embrace new challenges and advance organizational objectives with unwavering dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Intern
Women's Academy of Excellence High School
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Provided short term individual psychotherapy using CBT, problem solving and crisis intervention techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Conducted assessments to identify behavioral issues and recommend appropriate resources.
- Created safety contracts when indicated and followed up with parents to ensure youth enrollment in psychiatric treatment.
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to address student mental health need, domestic violence and physical, emotional, and sexual abuse identification and prevention.
- Maintained case load of 8-10 clients.
Social Work Intern
JCCA Foster Home Services
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Supported family reunification efforts by facilitating supervised visitations between children placed in foster care or kinship homes with biological parents.
- Attended court hearings when appropriate.
- Served as a liaison between foster families and referral source to ensure that client services were coordinated, and referral source was updated on case status.
- Advocated for foster children and families. Provided referrals to community resources.
- Collaborated with schools, biological parents, foster parents, and staff to formulate and/or revise a service plan during family team conferences and red flag meetings.
- Maintained a case load of 4 families.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring timely submission of court reports, assessments, and case notes on Connections.
- Conducted regular home visits to monitor the safety of children in foster care placements, addressing any concerns promptly.
Social Work Intern
Montefiore
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Created safety contracts.
- Employed various practice theories when helping clients and creating interventions.
- Performed client screenings and accurately recorded data in case files to facilitate clinical case coordination services and case management duties.
- Assisted in crisis intervention, providing immediate support to clients in distressing situations.
- Provided psychotherapy.
- Conducted client assessments (e.g. Psychosocial, PHQ-9, GAD-7, AUDIT-C) to identify needs, diagnosis, and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing insights to better patient care by actively participating in case conferences and treatment planning.
- Participated in clinical supervision sessions, reflecting on practice experiences and seeking feedback from peers and supervisors to continually refine professional skills and knowledge.
Home Health Aide
Best Care
04.2008 - 07.2009
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety in home, reducing falls and accidents.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' quality of life.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Yeshiva University
New York, NY05.2019
B.A Liberal Arts - Psychology
The College of New Rochelle
Bronx, NY05.2017
Skills
- Multicultural competence
- Client advocacy
- Professional ethics
- Risk assessment strategies
- Trauma-informed care
- Motivational interviewing
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Psychosocial assessments
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- NJ State Licensed Social Worker
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Women's Academy of Excellence High School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Social Work Intern
JCCA Foster Home Services
09.2018 - 01.2019
Social Work Intern
Montefiore
09.2017 - 05.2018
Home Health Aide
Best Care
04.2008 - 07.2009
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Yeshiva University
B.A Liberal Arts - Psychology
The College of New Rochelle
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