JENNIFER M. TORRES PEREZ
Warwick,RI
Summary
Bilingual Social Work professional with 15+ years in Human Services and Mental Health. Expertise in culturally responsive assessments, crisis intervention, and counseling for diverse populations. Demonstrated success in supporting individuals and families facing anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. Currently serving as Clinical Supervisor, focusing on mentoring and promoting social-emotional wellness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Supervisor, Outreach & Tracking Program
Tides Family Services
West Warwick, RI
03.2025 - Current
- Supervised outreach program staff to ensure trauma-informed, culturally responsive services for high-risk youth and families.
- Provided individual and group supervision to clinicians and caseworkers, enhancing service quality.
- Reviewed treatment plans, case documentation, and progress reports for compliance and quality assurance.
- Collaborated with community partners, schools, and juvenile justice systems to coordinate integrated care plans.
Clinician / Clinical Supervisor
Claridad Community Services, Inc.
Warwick, RI
03.2021 - Current
- Lead and support clinicians through case assignments, clinical supervision, and performance evaluations.
- Ensure clinical documentation accuracy and compliance with agency standards.
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide psychotherapy, family therapy, group therapy, and crisis intervention.
- Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams including educators, medical staff, and community providers to coordinate holistic client care.
Non-Medical Clinical Social Worker (Civilian Contractor)
U.S. Navy
Newport, RI
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered solution-oriented counseling to active-duty service members and families.
- Conducted risk assessments, crisis interventions, and developed safety plans.
- Provided referrals to community-based and military support resources.
District School Social Worker, Newcomer Academy
Providence School Department
Providence, RI
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Implemented SEL programming to aid trauma recovery and adjustment for immigrant students.
- Developed intervention plans for at-risk students, enhancing academic performance and attendance.
- Delivered tailored counseling to support transitions and foster sense of belonging.
- Conducted culturally relevant biopsychosocial assessments for students and families.
- Collaborated with MLL staff to address language barriers and promote academic success.
Clinical Social Worker
State of Rhode Island – Department of Children, Youth and Families
Providence, RI
07.2018 - 01.2024
- Matched youth in care to appropriate treatment and congregate care programs.
- Fostered partnerships with treatment providers and monitored service quality.
- Led case reviews, advocated for therapeutic needs, and recommended program improvements.
- Worked collaboratively with caseworkers, courts, schools, and community agencies to develop integrated care plans.
Social Caseworker II
State of Rhode Island – Department of Children, Youth and Families
Providence, RI
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Delivered case management, safety planning, and family preservation services.
- Completed home studies and prepared case documentation for court proceedings.
- Coordinated services as part of multi-disciplinary teams to ensure child safety and family support.
Clinical Therapist, Unaccompanied Minors Program (Contractor)
Dorcas International Institute
Providence, RI
05.2019 - 01.2022
- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate mental health functioning and trauma history of unaccompanied minors.
- Provided individual, group, and family therapy using trauma-informed, culturally responsive methods.
- Delivered crisis intervention and safety planning for acute mental health and behavioral issues.
- Completed home studies to assess sponsor suitability and reunification readiness.
- Made clinical recommendations regarding reunification based on assessment outcomes.
- Connected youth and sponsors to community resources, educational services, and mental health support.
- Collaborated with case managers, legal providers, medical staff, and child welfare agencies for coordinated care.
OEF/OIF/OND Transition Care Management Intern
Providence VA Medical Center
Providence, RI
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial and behavioral health assessments for returning veterans.
- Provided individual psychotherapy and counseling services tailored to veterans and their families.
- Co-developed and facilitated a 10-week parenting class designed to support veterans and their spouses in transitioning to family life.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including medical providers, social workers, and case managers to ensure holistic veteran care.
Education
M.S.W. -
Boston University
Boston, MA09.2017
C.A.G.S. - Human Resources Management
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI05.2012
M.B.A. - Marketing
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI05.2007
B.A. - Financial Services Management
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI05.2004
Activities
- Member, Curriculum Committee, Latinx Center for Excellence, Rhode Island College, 08/23 - Present
- Supervisor to interns and clinicians working toward licensure, 09/21 - Present
- Volunteer Evaluator, Brown Human Rights Asylum Clinic, 09/19 - Present
- Adjunct Professor, Rhode Island College School of Social Work, 08/19 - 12/24
- Alum, Rhode Island Chapter, New Leaders Council Institute, 01/19 - 06/19
- Volunteer Facilitator, 10-week parenting class, VA Medical Center, 09/17 - 05/19
Certification
- LICSW RI ISW03317 expires 05/01/2027
- LICSW MA 127339 expires 5/18/2026
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor, Outreach & Tracking Program
Tides Family Services
03.2025 - Current
Non-Medical Clinical Social Worker (Civilian Contractor)
U.S. Navy
09.2024 - 04.2025
District School Social Worker, Newcomer Academy
Providence School Department
12.2023 - 06.2024
Clinician / Clinical Supervisor
Claridad Community Services, Inc.
03.2021 - Current
Clinical Therapist, Unaccompanied Minors Program (Contractor)
Dorcas International Institute
05.2019 - 01.2022
Clinical Social Worker
State of Rhode Island – Department of Children, Youth and Families
07.2018 - 01.2024
Social Caseworker II
State of Rhode Island – Department of Children, Youth and Families
05.2017 - 07.2018
OEF/OIF/OND Transition Care Management Intern
Providence VA Medical Center
09.2016 - 07.2017
M.S.W. -
Boston University
C.A.G.S. - Human Resources Management
Johnson & Wales University
M.B.A. - Marketing
Johnson & Wales University
B.A. - Financial Services Management
Johnson & Wales University
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