Elija Ruhith
New York,NY
Summary
Dedicated Master of Social Work Candidate with a Bachelor of Science in Human Services and over five years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families. Expertise in school-based social work, crisis intervention, psychosocial assessment, and care coordination. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, implement evidence-based interventions, and connect clients to community resources, enhancing emotional well-being and educational success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Alpha & Omega for Kids Development
Brooklyn, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support children's developmental goals.
- Collaborated with families and caregivers to ensure consistency in behavioral strategies at home.
- Monitored and recorded children's progress using data collection tools, ensuring accurate reporting to support treatment adjustments.
- Conducted one-on-one therapy sessions to enhance communication and social skills in children.
- Maintained compliance with ethical standards and best practices in behavior management interventions.
Behavioral Health Social Work Intern
North Central Hospital
Bronx, NY
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Completed comprehensive psychosocial assessments for pediatric, psychiatric, emergency, and medically complex patients.
- Conducted crisis intervention, suicide risk assessments, and safety planning for patients experiencing acute behavioral health concerns.
- Coordinated discharge planning with physicians, nurses, families, schools, and community providers.
- Connected patients with behavioral health services, housing resources, financial assistance, and community support.
- Collaborated within interdisciplinary healthcare teams to reduce barriers to treatment and improve continuity of care.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation using electronic medical records while ensuring compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
School Social Work Intern
NYS Department of Education - Learning Through Play
Bronx, NY
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to identify social, emotional, behavioral and environmental factors affecting student success.
- Provided individual and small-group counseling focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, conflict resolution, and social development.
- Participated in IEP and Section 504 meetings, contributing to intervention planning and behavioral support.
- Collaborated with teachers, school, psychologists, administrators, and families to improve student outcomes.
- Responded to student crises and completed mandated reporting responsibilities in accordance with DOE policies.
- Connected students and families to school and community-based mental health resources.
Human Services Intern
East Side House Settlement
Bronx, NY
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Facilitated workshops to educate community members on available resources and support services.
- Assisted case managers in developing individualized service plans for clients facing various challenges.
- Conducted outreach to engage families and promote program participation within underserved neighborhoods.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline intake processes, improving client experience and efficiency.
- Researched local services and resources to enhance referral options for clients in need of assistance.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
York College, City University Of New York
Queens, NY12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
New York City College of Technology
Brooklyn, NY06-2023
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Behavioral intervention
- Behavioral intervention planning
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health evaluation
- Emotional regulation
- Conflict resolution
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Compassionate
Accomplishments
- Provisional School social Certificate (New York State) obtained while completing your MSW.
- Bachelor of Science in Human Services
- Masters of Social Work Candidate
- Maintained a 3.5 GPA
- Provided 1:1 aba services to children with autism using evidence-based interventions.
- Collaborated with BCBAs, families and multidisciplinary teams to improve client outcomes.
Certification
- New York State School Worker (Provisional Certification)
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- NYS Certified Mandated Reporter
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Behavioral Health Social Work Intern
North Central Hospital
08.2025 - 05.2026
School Social Work Intern
NYS Department of Education - Learning Through Play
01.2025 - 05.2025
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Alpha & Omega for Kids Development
08.2024 - Current
Human Services Intern
East Side House Settlement
09.2020 - 05.2021
Master of Social Work - Social Work
York College, City University Of New York
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
New York City College of Technology