Jennifer Yang
Boston,MA
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker seeking opportunity to work with people of all ages with mental health needs. Thrives in a collaborative work environment. Passionate about supporting oppressed populations and promoting mental health awareness and social justice.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Clinician
Bay State Community Services
06.2023 - Current
- Engaged 20-24 individuals per week in 1:1 therapy sessions working on individualized mental health treatment goals.
- Evaluated treatment progress each quarter, reviewing client goals, adjusting therapeutic interventions as needed.
- Conducted in-takes with new clients and assessed needs.
- Adhering to agency and state regulations. Completed documentation and quarterly/annual assessments.
- Facilitated SOAP group therapy sessions to enhance client's resiliency in recovery.
- Implemented innovative telehealth solutions for remote appointments, increasing accessibility for patients unable to attend in-person sessions.
Residential Counselor
Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence
06.2022 - Current
- Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.
- Enforced rules and regulations for smooth and orderly operation of residential programs.
- Provided appropriate feedback and information to help residents succeed in program.
- Made regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Interfaced with residents to address and resolve complaints or grievances.
Internship Student
City On A Hill Charter School
12.2021 - Current
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with students and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Therapist Intern
North Suffolk Mental Health Association
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained clinical documentation of goals and progress.
- Utilized empathy and active listening to build relationships with clients.
- Promoted client awareness and growth with therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to determine effective treatment plans.
Group Facilitator
Asian American Resource Workshop
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Facilitated monthly sessions with undocumented Chinese folks in a group setting.
- Utilized evidence-based models such as the Liberation Health Model, Social-ecological framework and psychoeducation.
- Engaged clients in groups to promote mental health awareness, coping skills, education and life skills.
Visitation Coach Specialist
Lilliput Families/Wayfinder Family Services
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Maintained accurate and thorough records of all services provided and documents all assessments, meetings, decisions and reports.
- Provided ongoing supervision of parent visitation with children and provide coaching and support to parent in order to increase knowledge of positive/safe parenting skills.
- Utilized AAPI-2 assessment tools and implemented Nurturing Parenting Program (NPP)
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Boston University
Boston, MA05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Development, Minor in Psychology
University of California - Davis
Davis, California 06.2018
Skills
- Bilingual: English & Chinese Mandarin
- Crisis intervention & de-escalation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Organization skills
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Building client relationships
- Skilled working with youth, adolescent and families
- Group therapy coordination
Timeline
Outpatient Clinician
Bay State Community Services
06.2023 - Current
Therapist Intern
North Suffolk Mental Health Association
09.2022 - 04.2023
Residential Counselor
Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence
06.2022 - Current
Group Facilitator
Asian American Resource Workshop
05.2022 - 09.2022
Internship Student
City On A Hill Charter School
12.2021 - Current
Visitation Coach Specialist
Lilliput Families/Wayfinder Family Services
04.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Boston University
Bachelor of Science - Human Development, Minor in Psychology
University of California - Davis
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