Kasia Dystant
Cherry Hill,NJ
Summary
Experienced social work professional with strong commitment to fostering positive outcomes and enhancing community well-being. Adept at providing support, advocacy, and resources to diverse populations while maintaining high ethical standards. Demonstrates collaborative approach, adaptability to changing needs, and focus on delivering impactful results. Skilled in case management, crisis intervention, and effective communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Children’s Intervention Specialist Full-Time
Oaks Integrated Care (Children’s Mobile Response)
Cherry Hill, NJ
01.2025 - Current
- Provide crisis intervention services for families of youth from ages 3-21 in Camden County
- Utilize electronic health records using myEvolv and NJ’s System of Care
- Provide case management services to families
- Developed individualized intervention plans to address children's behavioral and emotional needs.
- Facilitated communication between families, schools, and service providers to ensure holistic support.
- Utilize assessment and screening tools for documentation
- Provided training and support to staff on best practices for child development and behavior management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement effective crisis interventions.
Mental Health Screener
Legacy Treatment Services (Screening, Crisis, Intervention Program)
Hainesport, NJ
09.2023 - Current
- Conducts comprehensive screenings to assess client needs and crisis situations in Burlington County
- Refer to inpatient hospitals and mental health resources as needed
- Answer 24/7 crisis hotline
- Complete Columbia suicide screenings and safety planning
- Utilize electronic health records using EPIC and Carelogic systems
- Mentored junior staff in screening protocols and best practices for crisis intervention.
- Advocate for clients by connecting them with appropriate resources and support services.
Domestic Violence Advocate
Catholic Charities Providence House
Whiting, NJ
08.2020 - 12.2024
- Provided crisis intervention services, offering immediate support and guidance to individuals experiencing domestic violence situations.
- Improved survivor safety by developing personalized safety plans and providing resources for legal assistance.
- Utilize electronic health records using Anasazi and Cerner Citrix
- Coordinated legal advocacy services, ensuring access to protective orders.
- Conducted community outreach initiatives to raise awareness about domestic violence issues.
- Led support groups, fostering a safe environment for client sharing and healing.
Education
Master’s - Social Work
Delaware State University
Dover, DE12-2024
Bachelor’s - Psychology
Delaware State University
Dover, DE12-2019
Skills
- Mental Health Screener
- Passed NJ ASWB Licensed Master's Exam- March 2026
- CPR/ AED & First Aid certified
- Crisis intervention
- Suicide prevention
- Strong collaboration skills
- Assessment tools
- Ethical practice
Timeline
Children’s Intervention Specialist Full-Time
Oaks Integrated Care (Children’s Mobile Response)
01.2025 - Current
Mental Health Screener
Legacy Treatment Services (Screening, Crisis, Intervention Program)
09.2023 - Current
Domestic Violence Advocate
Catholic Charities Providence House
08.2020 - 12.2024
Master’s - Social Work
Delaware State University
Bachelor’s - Psychology
Delaware State University