Jalisa Harper
Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School
Buffalo
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with experience providing trauma-informed mental health services to children and adolescents across school, residential, and community settings. Skilled in clinical assessment, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and care coordination. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and support positive client outcomes.
Work History
Psychiatric Case Manager
1 Month- Complete comprehensive psychosocial and behavioral health assessments to identify patient needs, risk factors, and discharge needs.
- Utilize crisis intervention and verbal de-escalation techniques to support patients experiencing psychiatric or behavioral health crisis.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support patient care and discharge readiness.
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the EMR while adhering to hospital and regulatory standards.
School Social Worker
11 Months- Provide individual, group, and crisis counseling to elementary students (ages 5–10)
- Implement trauma-informed and behavioral interventions to support student functioning
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to address academic and social-emotional needs
- Facilitate SEL-based groups focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, and peer relationships
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and support IEP/504 planning
- Maintain clinical documentation and coordinate referrals to community-based services
- Conduct risk assessments and provide crisis intervention to support student safety and stabilization.
Clinical Therapist / Transition Coordinator
3 Years- Provided individual, family, and crisis counseling to adolescents in a residential setting
- Developed and implemented treatment plans addressing behavioral and emotional needs
- Conducted clinical assessments and supported treatment planning
- Facilitated therapeutic groups focused on coping skills and emotional regulation
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including families, schools, and community providers
- Facilitated discharge and transition planning, coordinating with community providers to ensure successful reintegration
- Maintained OMH-compliant documentation
Care Coordinator
5 Months- Managed caseload and coordinated behavioral health and community services
- Developed person-centered care plans and linked clients to resources
Residential Manager
8 Months- Oversaw group home operations, including staffing, scheduling, and resident care
- Coordinated medical and behavioral health appointments and participated in team meetings
Case Manager
1 Year 2 Months- Provided case management and linked clients to mental health services
- Coordinated care and maintained documentation
Direct Support Professional
1 Year 5 Months- Provided residential support and assisted with daily living activities
Direct Support Professional
4 Years- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living and community integration
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Field Placement: OLV Human Services (RTF)
- Sociology
Arts
Skills
Clinical Assessment
Crisis Intervention
Risk Assessment & Safety Planning
Discharge Planning
Trauma-Informed Care
Treatment Planning
Case Management
Care Coordination
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Family Engagement
Clinical Documentation
OMH Compliance
Family Counseling
IEP/504 plans
Student advocacy
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
Certification
School Social Worker Certificate, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) – NY
Timeline
Psychiatric Case Manager
ECMC
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
School Social Worker
Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Clinical Therapist / Transition Coordinator
OLV Human Services
09.2022 - 09.2025Read More
Care Coordinator
Person Centered Services
04.2022 - 09.2022Read More
Residential Manager
Community Services for Every1
07.2021 - 03.2022Read More
Case Manager
Spectrum Health & Human Services
01.2020 - 03.2021Read More
Direct Support Professional
WNYDDSO
01.2018 - 06.2019Read More
Direct Support Professional
People Inc
01.2013 - 01.2017Read More
Erie Community College
Arts
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Buffalo State College
from Sociology
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Daemen University
Master of Social Work from Social Work
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