Dahana Lavaud
Poinciana,FL
Summary
College Student with a strong foundation in social work and behavioral health, leveraging 4+ years of experience in diverse roles. Proficient in providing emotional support, conducting home visits, and managing customer communications, with a focus on goal setting and planning. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing client experiences through effective communication and attention to detail. With excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Intern
Osceola County School District
St. Cloud, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Provided one-on-one counseling sessions to support client mental health and well-being.
- Identified age and need-appropriate mental health services.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar challenges.
- Monitored and reviewed treatment outcomes and goal achievement.
- Joined IEP meetings to observe plan development and goal establishment.
- Developed treatment plans to address identified issues.
- Helped social worker with teaching clients appropriate conduct using behavior modification and stress management techniques.
Therapist Intern
Elite DNA Behavioral Health
Lakeland, USA
08.2024 - Current
- Conduct two daily intakes, enhancing client onboarding and ensuring thorough assessments
- Lead therapeutic sessions for children, fostering a supportive environment
- Plan and implement engaging activities for child therapy sessions
- Research various diagnoses to improve treatment strategies
- Shadow experienced therapists to gain diverse clinical insights
School Social Work Intern
Polk County Public School
Bartow, USA
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted in the development of IEPs for students with special needs
- Monitored student progress through regular meetings with faculty members and by reviewing student records
- Provided resources to families in need of assistance such as food banks or housing programs
- Participated in home visits to assess family dynamics
- Maintained confidential records regarding student assessments, evaluations, goals achieved and not achieved
- Conducted research on best practices related to social work in schools
Security Guard
Allied Universal Security Services
Orlando, USA
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates
- Write reports of daily activities and irregularities such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences
- Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons
Security Guard
Act Retirement-life Community
Boca Raton, USA
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises
- Write reports of daily activities and irregularities such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences
- Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons
- Answer alarms and investigate disturbances
- Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates
- Escort or drive motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations or to provide personal protection
Crisis Counselor
Jewish Community
Miami, USA
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts
- Encouraged clients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, helping them to developed insight into themselves or their relationships
- Guide clients in the development of skills or strategies for dealing with their problems
- Refer patients, clients, or family members to community resources or to specialists as necessary
Helper
Lotus House
Miami, USA
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests
- Helped people studying for the ACT, SAT, and GED
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2025
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2024
Certificate in Children’s Services -
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2024
Skills
- Computer literate
- Planning/Organizing
- Classroom Observations
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Case Management
- Reporting
- Emotional Support
- IEP understanding
- Family Support
- Intake
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team Collaboration
- Trauma Informed Care Classroom
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Home visits
- Therapeutic techniques
- Mental health support
- Individual counseling
Community Service
Lotus House, Miami, FL, Helper, 01/20, 04/20, Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests., Helped people studying for the ACT, SAT, and GED.
Languages
Haitian-Creole
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Osceola County School District
01.2025 - Current
Therapist Intern
Elite DNA Behavioral Health
08.2024 - Current
School Social Work Intern
Polk County Public School
01.2024 - 04.2024
Security Guard
Allied Universal Security Services
10.2022 - 12.2022
Security Guard
Act Retirement-life Community
02.2022 - 08.2022
Crisis Counselor
Jewish Community
12.2020 - 12.2021
Helper
Lotus House
01.2020 - 04.2020
Master of Social Work -
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Central Florida
Certificate in Children’s Services -
University of Central Florida
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