Gabrielle Forbes
Matawan,New Jersey
Summary
Motivated graduate with a Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University seeking opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counselor Intern
Pinnacle Treatment Centers
Red Bank, NJ
04.2023 - Current
- Guide clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
- Develop client treatment plans based on intake assessments consisting of a biopsychosocial, Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale, GAD-7, PHQ-9 and BAM-R.
- Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients.
- Work with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Work with diverse group of patients under direct supervision of licensed therapists and supervisors.
- Manage and complete treatment processes and maintain progress notes and related documentation in a timely manor
Medical Secretary
Caputo Foot and Ankle Center
Holmdel, NJ
06.2020 - Current
- Applied knowledge of medical terminology and insurance processes to support office administration productivity.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.
- Conducted patient intake interviews to collect medical information and insurance details.
- Answered phone calls to provide assistance, information and medical personnel access.
- Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Clinical Social Work Intern
YMCA of Greater Monmouth County
Matawan, NJ
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Wrote timely and accurate case notes to inform follow-up for effective, successful case management.
- Researched and developed program initiatives to better serve client population base.
- Modified treatment plans to accommodate changes in clients' health or progress.
- Guided clients in development of skills and strategies for dealing with individual problems.
- Monitored and evaluated client progress compared to measurable treatment and care plan goals.
- Investigated child abuse or neglect cases and exercised protective actions when necessary.
- Collaborated with other professionals to assess client needs.
Assistant Teacher
Champions Before & After School Care
Neptune City, NJ
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
- Worked with students to reinforce learning of material or skill introduced by teacher.
- Skilled in managing behavior challenges among students with disabilities
Education
Masters - Social Work
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Saint Peter's University
06.2021
Skills
- Facilitate Group and Individual Counseling
- Discharge Planning
- Treatment Plan Development and Modification
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Schedule Coordination
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Problem Solving
- Knowledge of NJSAMS
- Team Player
- Organization Skills with Attention to Detail
- Experience with EHR and Paper Record Keeping
- Able to quickly grasp new concepts
Certification
- TEMP CADC
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Counselor Intern
Pinnacle Treatment Centers
04.2023 - Current
Clinical Social Work Intern
YMCA of Greater Monmouth County
06.2022 - 04.2023
Assistant Teacher
Champions Before & After School Care
08.2021 - 07.2022
Medical Secretary
Caputo Foot and Ankle Center
06.2020 - Current
Masters - Social Work
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Saint Peter's University
- TEMP CADC
- CPR Certification
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