Motivated Clinical Social worker displaying high level of flexibility, adaptability and organizational skills. Superior leadership skills and demonstrated track record of success working with diverse client populations in one-on-one and group settings. Compassionate well-versed case manager, specializing in providing services to low-income households, immigrant families, pregnant and new parents, rebuilding family dynamics, and developing sustainable solutions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant Toddler Mental Health Consultant
Child Development Support Corporation
Brooklyn, NY
11.2023 - Current
Assisted in creating a safe, nurturing, stimulating learning environment for children.
Facilitate professional development activities to ensure best practices are implemented in early childhood education.
Offer consultation that reflects the philosophy of early childhood mental health consultation practice.
Assess strengths and challenges within the infant-toddler and early intervention setting/environment as well as teacher/provider practices.
Support infant and toddler staff with classroom management strategies to promote the social-emotional development of infants and toddlers in their care.
Develop inclusive policies for working with infant-toddlers, young children, caregivers, and early childhood professionals.
Assess social emotional interactions between adult caregivers and young children birth-3 years.
Develop and conduct training and professional development sessions for practitioners regarding mental health related topics.
Family Resource Specialist
Brookdale Healthy Family
Brooklyn, NY
08.2020 - 11.2024
Provide support to over 100+ families using strength-based approach in the prenatal through early childhood stages, enhancing parent-child interaction and reaching developmental milestones
Conducted home visits to assess family needs and provide resources.
Developed individualized service plans for families based on identified goals.
Provided crisis intervention services, including assessment of safety needs.
Assisted families in accessing community-based services and supports.
Maintained accurate client records and updated case notes in accordance with agency policies.
Family Support Specialist
Brookdale Healthy Family
Brooklyn, NY
06.2018 - 11.2024
Developed treatment plans in collaboration with clients and other professionals.
Conducted biopsychosocial assessments of client.
Facilitated psycho-educational groups focused on topics such as stress management, anger management and coping skills.
Maintained accurate records of client interactions and progress made towards goals.
Counseled individuals from diverse backgrounds including those experiencing substance abuse issues, depression, anxiety disorders and grief.
Coordinated referrals for additional services such as housing assistance or job placement programs when needed.
Assisted with the development of parenting skills strategies for families and Child development.
Intern
Hope Grace Opportunity
Brooklyn, NY
02.2018 - 06.2019
Delegated client intake, managed caseload, and provided counseling services
Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and risk factors.
Provided crisis intervention services to clients.
Collaborated with other community agencies to coordinate care for clients.
Interviewed potential clients, collecting personal information to determine eligibility for social assistance.
Discussed available program services with potential participants and outlined procedures to facilitate smooth engagement in program processes.
Assisted in developing case plans and service strategies for clients.
Assistant Teacher
Be'Above Worldwide Institute
Brooklyn, NY
07.2013 - 06.2018
Planned engaging and motivating lessons, focused on age and level- appropriate materials; Prioritized student’s development and performance enhancement
Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
Supported student-led discussions and presentations.
Created weekly newsletters for parents detailing upcoming events and activities.
Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
Organized playtime activities for groups of children, such as games, arts and crafts, music, sports, storytelling.
Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to review student progress and discuss individual needs.
Education
Master of Social Work: Social Work - Clinical
Hunter College
New York, NY
08.2023
Bachelor's: Human Services, Cum Laude - Social Work
New York City College of Technology
Brooklyn, NY
Skills
Case Management
Risk Assessments
Therapy Modality
Active Listening
Knowledge of Community Resources
Crisis Intervention
Psychosocial Evaluations
Child Abuse Prevention
Treatment plans
Conflict Resolution
Coping Strategies
Family Support
Bilingual (Haitian Creole)
Home Visits
Client Advocacy
Certification
Mandated Reporter
ASQ Screening
Mental Health Screening
Suicide Prevention
Parenting journey facilitator - 2023
Child abuse prevention
Timeline
Infant Toddler Mental Health Consultant
Child Development Support Corporation
11.2023 - Current
Family Resource Specialist
Brookdale Healthy Family
08.2020 - 11.2024
Family Support Specialist
Brookdale Healthy Family
06.2018 - 11.2024
Intern
Hope Grace Opportunity
02.2018 - 06.2019
Assistant Teacher
Be'Above Worldwide Institute
07.2013 - 06.2018
Master of Social Work: Social Work - Clinical
Hunter College
Bachelor's: Human Services, Cum Laude - Social Work
Infant Toddler Mental Health Consultant at Child Development Support CorporationInfant Toddler Mental Health Consultant at Child Development Support Corporation