JENNIFER FELDMAN
Stamford,Ct
Summary
I am a dedicated individual with a demonstrated mastery of assessing client needs, developing and implementing effective treatment plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote well-being. I am well-versed in working with vulnerable populations, providing crisis intervention and advocating for clients rights. I aim to leverage my immense skill set and knowledge to successfully create long term client relationships to enhance their lives in a positive way producing long term progress and success. I am highly organized and detail-oriented with a drive to exceed expectations. I have the ability to analyze data, develop strategies, and provide solutions to complex problems. I am seeking to collaborate with a team or colleagues individually so as to contribute to the company's success. I look forward to building respectful and trusting relationships with clients and team members.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Program Director
Northeast Family Services
New Rochelle, NY
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepared reports summarizing project performance data for submission to the Program Director or upper management.
- Organized and updated all documents related to project.
- Coordinated with external organizations to facilitate collaborations that would benefit the program.
- Participated in weekly team meetings with Program Director to discuss progress on projects and initiatives.
- Created strategies for improving overall efficiency of the program through better utilization of resources.
- Conducted meetings with customers and clients to discuss needs and requirements.
- Served as a liaison between the Program Director and outside vendors providing services or products.
- Monitored programming regularly to check relevance, compliance with station guidelines and alignment with FCC regulations.
- Developed evaluation metrics for assessing impact of program activities on target populations.
- Developed training materials and conducted orientation sessions for new program staff.
ADOLESCENT SOCIAL WORKER/THERAPIST
Saint Vincent's Psychiatric
Harrison
08.2001 - 04.2023
- Supported clients in navigating complex social service systems
- Facilitated individual, group and family sessions to promote healthy lifestyles and coping strategies
- Provided direct case management services to individuals and families in need of assistance
- Interviewed clients and their families to obtain social history to determine needs for services and connect them to the best services
- Connected with collateral contacts and established relationships with the child welfare system, school districts, and mental health clinics to determine appropriate goals of treatment and to create a network of support
- Advocated on behalf of clients and families for services, basic needs and other related issues deemed most appropriate and beneficial for high risk populations including those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Developmental Delays
- Developed crisis intervention plans to provide support in times of distress
- Met regularly with clients to support case plan accomplishment and reevaluate goals
- Built respectful and trusting relationships with clients
- Counseled adolescents with substance abuse issues.
LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER/THERAPIST
North Shore Family Guidance Center
Westbury
09.2000 - 06.2001
- Implemented and supervised an after school program for high risk youth at Westbury High School
- Facilitated and created educational workshops and seminars teaching life skills and how to manage positive behaviors in a stressful environment, amongst other teen related topics
- Referred clients to out-pt services to provide them with more supportive treatment and encourage motivation to seek healthier lifestyles and stronger coping strategies
- Recognized crisis situations and assessed potential danger to clients and other individuals
- Built respectful and trusting relationships with clients
- Participated in grant writing and budget proposals.
TEEN DIRECTOR
Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center
Roslyn
09.1996 - 08.2000
- Directed activities of professional and technical staff members and volunteers
- Facilitated partnerships with community organizations to increase program reach and effectiveness
- Enlarged an Adolescent Program from 100 to 1000 members
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote healthy lifestyles and coping strategies
- Supervised a Teen Community Service Program (up to 100 Teens per semester)
- Connected with over 5 school districts and developed youth mentoring programs
- Supervised staff and Special Needs children in a Teen Travel Camp every summer for 5 JCC's
- Collaborated with over 5 Community Centers, several school districts and a few temples to implement youth programming and develop leadership skills.
Education
MASTERS IN SOCIAL WORK -
Adelphi University
03.1996
BACHELORS IN SOCIAL WORK -
Adelphi University
05.1995
Skills
- Mood Disorders Knowledge
- Case Management
- Family Reunification
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Child Welfare And Protective Services
- Teen Substance Abuse Training
- Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA)
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Referrals And Networking
- Psychosocial Assessments Expertise
- Conflict Resolution
- Inpatient Services
- Grief Processes
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Program Evaluation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Strategic Leadership
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Reliability
- Goal Setting
- Team Building
- Issue Resolution
- Excellent Communication
- Relationship Building
- Effective Communication
- Professional Demeanor
- Problem-Solving Abilities
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an R
Awards
- Magna Cum Laude
- Social Worker of the Year
- Numerous Care Grams - nominated by a co-worker who felt your work was exemplary
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Assistant Program Director
Northeast Family Services
09.2023 - 01.2024
ADOLESCENT SOCIAL WORKER/THERAPIST
Saint Vincent's Psychiatric
08.2001 - 04.2023
LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER/THERAPIST
North Shore Family Guidance Center
09.2000 - 06.2001
TEEN DIRECTOR
Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center
09.1996 - 08.2000
MASTERS IN SOCIAL WORK -
Adelphi University
BACHELORS IN SOCIAL WORK -
Adelphi University