D'Mani Vass
Quincy,MA
Summary
Simmons University graduate with a Master's in Social Work and a Clinical Social Work license. Experienced Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician with two years of expertise in individual counseling and intervention strategies. Proficient in DBT, CBT, and SFT modalities, committed to NASW's Code of Ethics and delivering high-quality, client-centered care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Clinician
Codman Square Health Center
Boston, MA
07.2024 - Current
- Provide in-the-moment access, comprehensive assessments, and clinical interventions, delivering short-term and traditional therapy services, and coordinating referrals to higher levels of care and community resources for clients across the lifespan
- Develop individualized treatment plans through comprehensive clinical evaluations to address client goals and presenting concerns
- Deliver crisis intervention services to promote client safety, stabilization, and linkage to appropriate supports
- Co-facilitate a grief support group for adolescents, integrating psychoeducation and peer support to enhance emotional coping and resilience
Athletics Coach
BMATENPOINT
Boston, MA
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Facilitated summer basketball clinic for 10 youth, ages 10-17, promoting skill development and teamwork
- Designed drills that enhanced basketball skills and encouraged active lifestyles among participants
Social Work Intern
Rogerson House
Boston, MA
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted monthly mini-mental assessments for 30 residents in an assisted living facility
- Collaborated with social work supervisor during daily meetings and family support groups
- Supported staff and residents during activities and meal times
- Cultivated a welcoming community environment for residents
Recovery Coach
Monte Nido
Medford, MA
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Supported 7-10 clients throughout recovery journeys by integrating personal treatment plans
- Facilitated engagement among clients to foster healthy connections with peers and staff
- Assisted in food preparation and setup, modeling appropriate meal behaviors for clients
- Participated in therapeutic groups to enhance core skills and promote clinical growth
Paraprofessional
Beebe School
Malden, MA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with lead teacher to enhance student-paced learning for 10 students
- Supported small group instruction across ELA, Math, and Science subjects
Reading Mentor
HeisMe
Boston, MA
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Co-facilitated reading group for 15 male youths, enhancing reading comprehension and reflection skills
- Led discussions on reading materials, emphasizing critical thinking and key insights
Paraprofessional
Dever Elementary
Boston, MA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Fostered socio-emotional and behavioral skills for ten students to enhance personal development
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce key concepts and skills
Paraprofessional
Holmes Innovation School
Boston, MA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted the lead teacher in managing second-grade inclusion classroom of 20 students
- Collaborated with staff to implement individualized education plans for diverse learners
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students
AmeriCorps School Support Staff
Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School
Boston, MA
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with a third-grade lead teacher to provide instructional support for 20 students
- Provided lunch and recess monitoring for the 35 4th-grade students
- Encouraged positive behaviors and engaged with small student groups to create a quality learning environment
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Social Work
Simmons University
Boston, MA05.2024
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - English
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, MA01.2017
Skills
- Behavioral health assessment
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Safety care planning
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Solution-focused therapy
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Massachusetts
Timeline
Behavioral Health Clinician
Codman Square Health Center
07.2024 - Current
Social Work Intern
Rogerson House
09.2022 - 05.2023
Recovery Coach
Monte Nido
09.2022 - 03.2023
Athletics Coach
BMATENPOINT
01.2021 - 01.2024
Paraprofessional
Beebe School
01.2021 - 01.2022
Reading Mentor
HeisMe
03.2020 - 05.2020
Paraprofessional
Dever Elementary
01.2019 - 01.2020
Paraprofessional
Holmes Innovation School
01.2018 - 01.2019
AmeriCorps School Support Staff
Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School
01.2016 - 01.2017
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Social Work
Simmons University
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - English
University of Massachusetts Boston