Emma Peltzer
Summary
Dynamic professional with exceptional interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for assisting others, committed to continuous learning and growth in a supportive environment. Strong understanding of community resources and excels in effectively communicating with diverse populations. Eager to leverage these strengths to create positive impacts and foster meaningful connections. Dedicated to contributing to team success while enhancing individual and community well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Receptionist
All Island Dermatology
Garden City, NY
09.2022 - Current
- Process payments, verify insurance coverage, and assist with patient inquiries.
- Update, maintain, and process requests for electronic medical records, and ensure accurate patient confidentiality laws (HIPPA).
- Coordinate patient flow with nurses and doctors to maintain an efficient schedule for patients and doctors.
- Provide clear and accurate information to patients regarding their appointments, insurance information, and other inquiries.
Social Work Intern
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Northport, NY
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for participants.
- Coordinate referrals to community resources, enhancing client access to essential support services.
- Document client progress regularly, maintaining accurate records in compliance with confidentiality standards.
- Implement evidence-based practices in counseling sessions, ensuring alignment with industry best standards.
- Continuously sought supervision and feedback from experienced colleagues to refine clinical skills and ensure quality care for clients.
- Increased client engagement by tailoring therapeutic approaches to individual needs and strengths.
- Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with clients, fostering trust and open communication to facilitate change.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping strategies, promoting resilience and overall wellbeing.
Social Work Intern
Learn & Earn through Commonpoint
Queens, NY
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Assist in student recruitment; help carry out thorough intake and evaluation to identify program eligibility and create a personalized service plan for qualified participants.
- Establish relationships with participants in the program. Assists them in identifying their educational and career objectives; Support them in developing plans for their future.
- Develop and facilitate weekly workshops focused on work readiness, career development, college preparation, life skills, service learning, and student enrichment.
- Produce and organize a thorough counseling program for both groups and individuals to address the diverse needs of students.
- Monitor and document student advancement in different service areas (such as guidance and counseling, academic support, life skills, and work readiness) and provide monthly case notes for the participants assigned to me.
- Provide necessary referrals and connections to community resources.
- High School of Teaching
Education
Master of Social Work - Alcohol And Substance Use
LIU Post
Brookville, NY05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Sociology
Hunter College
New York, NY01-2024
Skills
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Verbal Communication
- Empathy and Active Listening
- Organization
- Team Building
- Adaptability
- EMR Software
- Attention to Detail
- Medical Billing
- Client advocacy
- Multicultural competence
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
09.2025 - 05.2026
Social Work Intern
Learn & Earn through Commonpoint
09.2024 - 06.2025
Receptionist
All Island Dermatology
09.2022 - Current
Master of Social Work - Alcohol And Substance Use
LIU Post
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Sociology
Hunter College