Hilary Forrest, LMSW
Social Worker
New York,NY
Summary
New York State Licensed Social Worker dedicated to advocating for clients and passionate to advance change in the community
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Synagogue Partnership Outreach Social Worker
DOROT
02.2022 - Current
- Supporting DOROT's Synagogue Partnership Program that reaches 8 synagogues in Manhattan by providing intake & assessments to members referred by clergy to support the evolving needs of older congregants and caregivers
- Evaluating clients' social, emotional and psychological needs through home assessment, as well as identifying and connecting seniors with appropriate community resources
- Addressing concerns of social isolation and loneliness by connecting congregants to friendly visiting, caring calls, or one of the agency's many companionship opportunities
- Facilitating Aging Alone Together - A six week workshop providing older adults with tools and strategies to deal with aging and end-of-life decisions
Special Events & Operations Associate
Temple Emanu-El Of New York
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed the administrative logistics of lifecycle events, ritual ceremonies, and a High Holiday experience for 2,500 synagogue members
- Facilitated bi-weekly meetings with the Young Members Circle to assist with the coordination of social and educational events for the 20s & 30s community
- Maintained relationships with outside vendors, venues, and other stakeholders to curate successful programming
New York Community Assistant
OneTable
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Empowered Jewish millennials across New York City to become valuable members of the OneTable community by hosting and participating in weekly Shabbat dinners
- Connected regularly with platform users, helping individuals create and sustain a meaningful and authentic Shabbat practice
- Published Hosting a Solidarity Shabbat, a blog identifying ways OneTable hosts can incorporate social change and meaningful dialogue at the Shabbat table
- Captured the stories of 25+ OneTable hosts who shared about the increased significance Shabbat & finding continuity took on during the months of Covid lockdown
Clinical Social Work Intern
Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Performed short-term therapy through in-person sessions & telehealth to 9 clients of JFS and 4 students at Huron High School
- Documented case notes, clinical assessments, treatment plans, and referrals through JFS's online database
- Presented clinical documentation and observations through weekly supervision with clinical advisor
- Supported Jewish Family Services' food pantry during the pandemic, in partnership with FEMA, to organize 2000+ meal deliveries each month across Washtenaw County, Michigan
Recruiting Associate
ExecOnline
12.2018 - 08.2019
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes
- Developed and deepened relationships with college students seeking employment by representing ExecOnline at student job fairs at universities across NYC
- Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates
Program & Event Coordinator
Manhattan Jewish Experience
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Coordinated all social & education programming including weekly discussions, high profile speaker panels, a monthly Shabbat, and their annual fundraising Gala for 300 people
- Assisted with marketing, advertising and social media campaigns in efforts to retain & recruit new participants
- Managed profit and loss statements for each event by maintaining detailed records of marketing, food costs, and designed outcomes
Education
MSW - Jewish Communal Leadership Program
University of Michigan School of Social Work
Ann Arbor05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Ford School of Public Policy
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05.2016
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Salesforce CRM
- Social Media Engagement
- Canva graphic design
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Case Management
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Event & Program Coordination
- Cultural Competency
- Community Referrals
Timeline
Synagogue Partnership Outreach Social Worker
DOROT
02.2022 - Current
Special Events & Operations Associate
Temple Emanu-El Of New York
06.2021 - 10.2021
New York Community Assistant
OneTable
05.2020 - 05.2021
Clinical Social Work Intern
Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County
09.2019 - 08.2020
Recruiting Associate
ExecOnline
12.2018 - 08.2019
Program & Event Coordinator
Manhattan Jewish Experience
01.2018 - 12.2018
MSW - Jewish Communal Leadership Program
University of Michigan School of Social Work
Bachelor of Arts - Ford School of Public Policy
University of Michigan
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