Sociable, empathetic MSW student passionate about social justice and eager to secure a post-graduate position that advocates for those in need. Seeking to meet every client where they are at, providing compassionate and dignified care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
MSW Intern
Family Outreach Center
01.2024 - Current
Delivered culturally competent counseling to diverse populations, promoting mental health and wellbeing.
Facilitated psychoeducation groups on topics such as anger management, coping skills, and healthy relationships through the Women Seeking Safety program.
Collaborated with the clinical outpatient team to offer optimal client care and interventions.
Nanny
EGR Babysitting Exchange
09.2020 - Current
Entrusted with care of 4 different families in EGR area (ranging from 11 months to 7 years old)
Fulfill variety of duties such as picking up kids from school, cooking dinner, feeding, bathing, and tutoring
Practice conscientiousness and vigilance in ensuring safety of all children while further developing empathy for young children's emotions and experiences
Social Work Intern
Holland Home
10.2022 - 04.2023
Interning 16 hours / week and responsible for completing cognitive and mood assessments, insurance updates, and Minimum Data Sheets (MDS) for 40 residents on skilled nursing floor
Conferencing with residents and family members daily, engaging in holistic planning during interdisciplinary team meetings
Co-Facilitator
Aphasia Caregiver Group, Calvin University Speech
09.2022 - 04.2023
Creating agenda, preparing materials, and co-leading bi-weekly caregiver group for six members
Teaching Assistant
Calvin University Social
09.2022 - 12.2022
Worked alongside clinical social worker to lead SOWK 370 class, preparing technology, offering feedback and critiques to students, and grading student SOAP notes and papers
Orientation Board Intern
Calvin University
01.2022 - 10.2022
Worked with a team of six other interns to develop and lead six days of new student orientation programming for 900 incoming university
freshman
Individually designed training program curriculum for 40 orientation leaders
Responsible for a variety of office tasks, including program budgeting, Excel, and external email communication
Promoted belonging among new students and families by facilitating discussions and activities
Orientation Leader
Calvin University
07.2021 - 08.2021
Responsible for leading group of 25 incoming freshman in orientation programming
Prepared daily lesson plans for 3 days of orientation, facilitated group discussions, met with students one-on-one for check-ins
Equipped to respond to emergencies and student crises pertaining to college transition
Volunteer
Children's Advocacy Center of Kent County
10.2020 - 02.2021
Volunteered for 40 hours, printing and organizing sexual education curriculum and filing previous child abuse reports
Camp Counselor
Camp Roger
05.2020 - 08.2020
Cared for 12-14 children ages 5-12, meeting each individual's specific needs and ability level
Collaborated with counselorstaff to demonstrate a variety of outdooractivities such as archery, fishing, and zipline
Independently prepared Bible-lessons and devotions and encouraged camper engagement in spiritual disciplines
Education
MSW - Social Work
Dordt University
Sioux Center, IA
08.2024
Bachelor of Social Work -
Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI
04.2023
High School Diploma -
Bryant High School
Bryant, AR
05.2019
Skills
Establishing rapport
Engaging in active listening
Individual Counseling
Group Therapy
Maintaining confidential case documentation
Collaborating with interdisciplinary team
Developing organized and detailed care plans
Computer Skills: Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
Additional Information
RELEVANT COURSEWORK: Human Behavior in the Social Environment, Social Welfare and Policy, Solution-Focused Interviewing, Working with Individuals / Groups & Families / Communities
Timeline
MSW Intern
Family Outreach Center
01.2024 - Current
Social Work Intern
Holland Home
10.2022 - 04.2023
Co-Facilitator
Aphasia Caregiver Group, Calvin University Speech
09.2022 - 04.2023
Teaching Assistant
Calvin University Social
09.2022 - 12.2022
Orientation Board Intern
Calvin University
01.2022 - 10.2022
Orientation Leader
Calvin University
07.2021 - 08.2021
Volunteer
Children's Advocacy Center of Kent County
10.2020 - 02.2021
Nanny
EGR Babysitting Exchange
09.2020 - Current
Camp Counselor
Camp Roger
05.2020 - 08.2020
MSW - Social Work
Dordt University
Bachelor of Social Work -
Calvin University
High School Diploma -
Bryant High School
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