Emily S. Newman
San Francisco,USA
Summary
Dynamic school social worker with extensive experience in crisis intervention and trauma-informed care. Demonstrated ability to foster positive community environments and enhance student and family engagement through effective communication, rapport-building, and collaboration. Proficient in teamwork and documentation, driving goals aligned with educational and therapeutic missions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Social Worker
San Francisco Unified School District
San Francisco, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions addressing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
- Developed educational materials on mental health topics for classroom instruction and parent conferences.
- Monitored student progress through regular faculty meetings and comprehensive records review.
- Provided crisis intervention services for students requiring immediate support.
- Advised teachers on effective strategies for managing challenging student behaviors.
- Fostered positive school climate by promoting respectful interactions among students and staff.
- Collaborated with educators and specialists to implement trauma-informed practices and neurodiversity-affirming interventions.
School Counselor
Breakthrough Greater Boston
Cambridge, MA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Directed clinical service and support, including crisis and risk management, and linkage to school-year resources.
- Trained and provided ongoing support of teaching fellows through social-emotional learning consultation.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques aimed at increasing positive behaviors among students.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student interactions including assessments, referrals, progress notes and treatment plans.
Senior Assistant Camp Director
Camp Galileo
San Francisco, CA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Mentored 40 staff members while collaborating with Camp Director to execute summer program.
- Established a safe, inclusive environment for students through enhanced behavior management processes.
- Supported over 200 families with case management, effectively communicating Galileo's vision.
Lead Program Guide
Pacific Quest
Hilo, HI
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Led team of guides to ensure safety and supervision of adolescent students in wilderness therapy program.
- Facilitated programming including Aloha Aina, group therapy, and recovery sessions.
- Collaborated with clinical team to advance treatment objectives for students.
- Utilized horticultural therapy and the neurosequential model to maintain student regulation.
School Site Intern
San Francisco Unified School District
San Francisco, CA
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Delivered individual therapy, group counseling, and case management to middle school students.
- Conducted didactic trainings on trauma-informed care, anti-racism, and healing-centered approaches.
- Planned and facilitated professional development focused on attendance and student engagement in distance learning.
- Organized a mentoring program for sixth graders through Healthy Choices Mentoring for Success.
School-Based Services Intern
Gardner Health Services
San José, CA
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Delivered case management and therapy services for elementary school students and families.
- Completed over 100 hours of training in diversity and trauma-informed practices.
- Conducted research on ADHD and trauma, presenting findings to enhance professional development initiatives.
Program Coordinator and AmeriCorps Coach
Playworks San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Directed Playworks programming to ensure safe, inclusive play at John Muir Elementary School.
- Cultivated strong parent and community relationships through active engagement initiatives.
- Completed over 200 hours of professional development in youth development and educational psychology.
Dean of Faculty and Teaching Fellow
Breakthrough Twin Cities
St. Paul, MN
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Developed science curriculum for middle schoolers, emphasizing neuro-psychology of behavior.
- Designed elective and socio-emotional programming to enhance student engagement.
- Promoted to Dean of Faculty after two successful summers.
- Supported student and teaching fellow selection for college access program.
- Monitored and trained 40 teaching fellows in curriculum implementation and performance evaluations.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
San José State University
San José, CA05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Women’s & Gender Studies
St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN01.2017
Skills
- Intermediate Spanish proficiency
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Behavior management techniques
- Trauma-informed care
- Case management skills
- Individual and group counseling
- Documentation and record management
- Social-emotional learning practices
- Collaborative teamwork
- Conflict resolution skills
- Program development expertise
- Restorative justice practices
- Verbal and written communication
- Classroom observation techniques
- IEP collaboration efforts
- EHR, Google, and Microsoft Office proficiency
- Family collaboration initiatives
- Multicultural competence strategies
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- Associate Social Work Licensed in the State of California
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential
Timeline
School Counselor
Breakthrough Greater Boston
05.2024 - 08.2024
School Social Worker
San Francisco Unified School District
09.2023 - Current
Senior Assistant Camp Director
Camp Galileo
05.2023 - 08.2023
Lead Program Guide
Pacific Quest
01.2022 - 09.2022
School Site Intern
San Francisco Unified School District
08.2020 - 05.2021
School-Based Services Intern
Gardner Health Services
08.2019 - 05.2020
Program Coordinator and AmeriCorps Coach
Playworks San Francisco
08.2017 - 06.2019
Dean of Faculty and Teaching Fellow
Breakthrough Twin Cities
06.2015 - 08.2017
Master of Arts - Social Work
San José State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Women’s & Gender Studies
St. Olaf College