Passionate and professional Social Worker, having extensive experience in both case management and clinical applications. Skilled in assessing client needs, in crisis and fast paced environments, and providing counseling and referral services.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CLINICAL
SOCIAL WORK INTERN, Catholic Charities, Intervention Support Services
09.2022 - Current
Assessed risk factors and developed safety plans for high-risk clients through crisis intervention
Additional collaboration from
SCIP hospital personnel were utilized for further assess client's risk
Coordinated discharge planning for clients transitioning out of programs or services through comprehensive case management
skills
Utilized evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused
Brief Therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Also, referring to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of
Mental Disorders (DSM-5).
SOCIAL WORKER CASE MANAGER
Burlington County Jail- CFG
06.2021 - 09.2022
Assessed for suicidal ideation and utilized trauma inform practices, critical thinking skills and crisis intervention while evaluating+ inmates at a county jail
Successfully managed drug and alcohol recovery services that utilized case management skills to implement new programs that
would refer incarcerated clients to rehabs, housing assistance, and reentry programs upon re-integration into the community
Established several effective communicative relationships with programs in the county including Oaks integrated Services
Volunteers of America, Philadelphia VA medical center, The Salvation Army and Angel tree which increased resource
opportunities upon release
Collaborated with mental health professionals to cultivate treatment plans, monitor behavioral interventions, assist in the
diagnostic and medication management of clients from diverse backgrounds, such as LGBTQA+ and individuals with co-
occurring disorders.
INTERN, Puerto Rican Action Board
09.2020 - 05.2021
Demonstrated effective communication and outreach skills when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and
cultures, using cultural competency
Created a resources binder referring clients to programs in the area to assist in crisis situations, such as locations of food
pantries, emergency housing, and mental health services.
Education
MASTER OF ARTS (M.A - SOCIAL WORK CANDIDATE
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A - SOCIAL WORK
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
Skills
Problem-Solving
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Referrals and Networking
Client Rights Advocacy
Certification
Crisis Intervention Case Management Mental Health Assessments Documentation And Recordkeeping
Timeline
CLINICAL
SOCIAL WORK INTERN, Catholic Charities, Intervention Support Services
09.2022 - Current
SOCIAL WORKER CASE MANAGER
Burlington County Jail- CFG
06.2021 - 09.2022
INTERN, Puerto Rican Action Board
09.2020 - 05.2021
MASTER OF ARTS (M.A - SOCIAL WORK CANDIDATE
Rutgers University
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A - SOCIAL WORK
Rutgers University
Crisis Intervention Case Management Mental Health Assessments Documentation And Recordkeeping
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