Jacquelyn Cortez, LGSW
St. Paul,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational leadership skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Degree Audit & Certification Specialist/ International Student Advisor
University of Northwestern- St. Paul
03.2021 - Current
- Implement detailed updates to DegreeWorks Scribe to accurately represent curricular requirements on degree audits for over 60 undergraduate programs
- Train faculty and students on degree audit and academic plans
- Evaluate degree audits for newly admitted students, and current students following curriculum changes
- Evaluate and confirm accuracy of the Course Program of Study (CPOS) report for the Financial Aid Office
- Verify eligibility for all sports biannually to ensure compliance with NCAA Division III rules and regulations by evaluating transcript and advising potential athletes
- Serve on the Athletic Appeals committee
- Serve as the Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) and primary contact to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- Ensure compliance with government requirements for international students on F-1 visas
- Update school information annually and upon recertification request by the DHS
- Collaborate with the Admissions Office to verify eligibility and create required documentation for students in preparation for obtaining their F-1 visa
- Provide guidance to international students on F-1 visas regarding employment, travel, and status issues as they pertain to government requirements.
College Counselor
Hyde Leadership Charter School
03.2015 - 08.2020
- Developed a tracking system and conducted full school transcript audits to ensure accurate record keeping and evaluate student graduation progress
- Identified credit deficient students and collaborated with the Dean of Academics and High School Director to develop and implement academic success plans
- Partnered with an external vendor to provide students with online instruction to recover credits
- Administered and managed summer school program for rising seniors
- Provided personal counseling to and guidance on college application, financial aid, and enrollment process for a caseload of fifteen 12th graders
- Served as school liaison for partnership with the College Now program
- Co-taught Academic Strategies course to thirty 9th graders
- Assisted Director of Post Secondary Success in implementing career readiness curriculum for 10th grade cohort.
Social Work Intern
North Central Bronx Hospital
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Created curriculum and co-facilitated training of volunteers for Sexual Assault Response Team
- Provided individual counseling for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence
- Collaborated with hospital staff, NYPD, and SVU detectives to service survivors.
Social Work Intern
VIP Community Services
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Facilitated and developed curriculum for Identifying Strengths group
- Developed treatment plans centered on clients obtaining and maintaining abstinence
- Conducted psychosocial assessments for incoming clients.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Silberman School of Social Work At Hunter College
New York, NY05.2013
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and Anthropology -
CUNY Hunter College
New York, NY05.2011
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Process Improvement
- Detail Oriented
- Data-driven Decision Making
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Relationship Development
- Excellent Communication
Timeline
Degree Audit & Certification Specialist/ International Student Advisor
University of Northwestern- St. Paul
03.2021 - Current
College Counselor
Hyde Leadership Charter School
03.2015 - 08.2020
Social Work Intern
North Central Bronx Hospital
08.2012 - 05.2013
Social Work Intern
VIP Community Services
08.2011 - 05.2012
Master of Social Work -
Silberman School of Social Work At Hunter College
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and Anthropology -
CUNY Hunter College
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