Emma K Jensen
Norwalk,CT
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Trail Intervention Program
Family & Children's Agency
08.2024 - Current
- Assist in conducting initial assessments, including gathering relevant information and assessing the level of care that the client may need.
- Facilitate weekly groups aimed at preventing driving under the influence of alcohol or illicit substances.
- Continually assess the level of engagement of all key participants and collaborate with supervisor and stakeholders to overcome barriers to engagement.
- Demonstrate appreciation of cultural diversity, heritage and knowledge of cultural issues and patterns.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with organizational and legal requirements.
- Updating client’s charts, uploading documents into electronic health record
- Participate in weekly supervision and training sessions to enhance professional development and clinical skills.
- Attend monthly Clinician meeting with the Outpatient Behavioral Health department.
- Contribute to program evaluation and quality improvement initiatives through data collection and analysis.
Kinship Navigator
Family & Children's Agency
07.2023 - Current
- Kinship Navigator partners with kinship caregivers to provide the connections, supports,and resources needed
- Kinship Navigator will provide kinship, foster, or pre-adoptive families with in-home and related community servies for up to 6 months.
- Responsible for assessment, support planning, transition planning and maintaining case records and summaries.
- Maintain a caseload of 12 families
- Collaborate with kin families with an empathetic strengths-based orientation that prioritizes dignity and respect
- Partner with diverse kin families to assess their needs, identify their goals, and provide individualized care plans to support achieving their goals.
School Social Work Intern
NYC Department of Education
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed strong rapport with students through empathetic listening and open communication, fostering trusting relationships conducive to growth.
- Enhanced student well-being by implementing effective social-emotional learning strategies in group sessions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing valuable insights to inform student-centered interventions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay informed of current trends and best practices in school social work.
- Supported the development of social skills and conflict resolution techniques among students through targeted group activities and discussions.
EHAP Housing Case Manager
Westhab
08.2020 - 12.2022
- Works collaboratively with Westchester County Department of Social Services (WCDSS) and other service providers to help families achieve housing goals
- Formulates a housing plan with residents to ensure a timely transition to permanent housing and appropriate usage of housing subsidies
- Provides individual and group tenant education to provide families with information, resources and skills to help them secure and maintain permanent housing
- Topics include: interviewing skills, understanding leases, landlord/tenant rights and responsibilities, financial literacy, and daily living skills
- Refers participants to specific housing opportunities
- Conducts biweekly home visits and EHAP apartment inspections
- Submits and tracks work order requests.
Direct Support Professional
Opengate INC
09.2017 - 12.2021
- Taking individuals on doctor's appointment
- Helping to assist Individual with daily activities
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management
Coach & Direct Support Specialist, Recreation Specialist, •Mentor /Instructor
Arc of Westchester
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Directly assist individuals in achieving success and satisfaction in their community-based endeavors
- Planning individual daily activities
- Communicating with Paratransit
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics
Education
Social Work Degree MSW -
Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work
New York, NY05.2023
Bachelor of Science - BSW- Bachelors of Social Work
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05.2021
Associate Degree - Human Services
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY05.2021
High School Diploma -
Norman Thomas High School
New York, NY06.2003
Skills
- Group Activities
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Case Management Tools
- Individualized Service Plans
Certification
LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker
Timeline
Pre-Trail Intervention Program
Family & Children's Agency
08.2024 - Current
Kinship Navigator
Family & Children's Agency
07.2023 - Current
School Social Work Intern
NYC Department of Education
09.2022 - 05.2023
EHAP Housing Case Manager
Westhab
08.2020 - 12.2022
Direct Support Professional
Opengate INC
09.2017 - 12.2021
Coach & Direct Support Specialist, Recreation Specialist, •Mentor /Instructor
Arc of Westchester
01.2015 - 01.2019
Social Work Degree MSW -
Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work
Bachelor of Science - BSW- Bachelors of Social Work
Mercy College
Associate Degree - Human Services
Westchester Community College
High School Diploma -
Norman Thomas High School
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