Emma Ekstrom
Trumbull
Summary
Compassionate Social Work Graduate with 5 years of experience supporting children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds. Skilled in crisis intervention, social-emotional learning group facilitation, and youth advocacy. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams to empower youth and families through a strengths-based approach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Next Generation Ministry Assistant
New Life Church
Trumbull
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and managed weekly curriculum for children's ministry programs, ensuring engaging and age-appropriate content
- Coordinated and scheduled volunteers, enhancing program coverage and support for children's activities
- Lead and oversee the 3–4-year-old program, facilitating age-appropriate activities and fostering a positive learning environment
- Planned and executed events for children and young adults, overseeing logistics and fostering community engagement
- Perform a range of administrative duties, including communication, organization, and program support
School Social Work Intern
Aspire Living and Learning
Trumbull
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted weekly one-on-one check-ins to support students’ social-emotional needs
- Assisted in crisis intervention and behavior management for high-risk behaviors for students ages 5-22.
- Facilitated group Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) sessions
- Collected and analyzed behavioral data using ABC (Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence) tracking methods
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team including BCBAs, behavior technicians, speech therapists, and social workers
- Observed IEP meetings to support understanding of individualized service planning
- Received clinical supervision from a doctoral-level social worker
Social Work Intern (ABA Clinic Setting)
Impact Autism Services
Lynchburg
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided direct support to children ages 3–12 on the autism spectrum during 100 hours of fieldwork, enhancing their social and behavioral skills
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments to identify client needs, informing and tailoring individualized support strategies
- Completed Mandt training and ABA training to strengthen therapeutic skills and improve intervention methods
Assistant Barn Manager & Therapy Program Assistant
Ridgebury Farm & Stables
Ridgefield
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Built positive relationships with children, adolescents, and adults to promote engagement and comfort in therapeutic settings
- Supported therapy sessions for children, adolescents, and adults alongside clinical staff
- Supported program operations, including scheduling, communication, and general farm responsibilities
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2025
Skills
- Family Engagement & Support
- Youth Advocacy & Empowerment
- Crisis Intervention & Behavior Management
- Child and adolescent support
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) & Group Facilitation
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Strengths-Based & Client-Centered Approach
- Behavioral Intervention & ABA-Informed Practices
Timeline
Next Generation Ministry Assistant
New Life Church
06.2025 - Current
School Social Work Intern
Aspire Living and Learning
01.2025 - 06.2025
Social Work Intern (ABA Clinic Setting)
Impact Autism Services
02.2024 - 05.2024
Assistant Barn Manager & Therapy Program Assistant
Ridgebury Farm & Stables
12.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Liberty University