Jordan Harkins
Millburn,NJ
Summary
Hard-working social worker, dedicated to forming trusting relationships, and advocating for the best interests of clients, with knowledge in client advocacy, resource coordination, and program development. Adept at utilizing strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships and drive effective outcomes. Seeking to transition into a Human Resources role where I can leverage my experience in conflict resolution, employee support, and organizational development to contribute to a thriving work environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Focus Teacher
Winston Preparatory School
02.2024 - Current
- Facilitates students' engagement in a variety of daily social-emotional learning strategies, such as planning, prioritizing, regulating emotions, and communicating effectively.
- Establishes and implements individualized goals pertaining to each student in a caseload, and produces quarterly progress reports aligned with individualized goals.
- Maintains weekly communication with parents, and collaborates with other social service providers to ensure optimal outcomes for the student.
Licensed Social Worker
DaVita Dialysis
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Executed periodic reviews, ensuring timely record-keeping.
- Supports patients and their families in accessing resources such as housing assistance, financial aid, and insurance guidance.
- Facilitated comprehensive kidney transplant education to patients, and coordinated their transplant evaluation processes with transplant center liaisons, considering all patient-specific requirements.
Case Manager
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal and Northern New Jersey
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Completed monthly contact with a diverse caseload of children, parents, and volunteers, problem-solving, and managing conflict amongst matches in the program.
- Entered documentation records into online database consistently and promptly.
- Administered an extensive screening process, including background checks, reference calls, and training, to establish volunteers’ acceptance into programs.
Education
Masters of Social Work -
Montclair State University
05.2022
Bachelor’s of Science - Human Development & Family Studies, Sociology
Penn State University
05.2020
Skills
- Strong verbal communication
- Ability to build meaningful relationships
- Adaptability to change
- Flexible problem-solving
- Effective organizational skills
- Excellent time management
- High level of attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
Certification
NJ License of Social Work, 02/01/23.
Volunteer Experience
Alumni member, Penn State THON, A student-run philanthropy committed to enhancing the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Focus Teacher
Winston Preparatory School
02.2024 - Current
Licensed Social Worker
DaVita Dialysis
05.2023 - 02.2024
Case Manager
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal and Northern New Jersey
05.2022 - 05.2023
Masters of Social Work -
Montclair State University
Bachelor’s of Science - Human Development & Family Studies, Sociology
Penn State University
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