Katherine Sullivan
Cumberland,RI
Summary
Dedicated MSW Clinical Intern at Hasbro Children's Hospital with experience in Medical Social Work and Domestic Violence Social Work. Showcases expertise in clinical assessment and treatment planning. Proven ability to advocate for clients and connect them with vital resources. Skilled in crisis management and trauma-informed care, fostering positive change through empathetic support and effective communication. Committed to multidisciplinary collaboration for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MSW Clinical Intern
Hasbro Children's Hospital
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Evaluated patients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans using psychosocial and needs assessment tools.
- Educated patients and families about medical conditions and procedures to promote informed healthcare decisions.
- Utilized interpreter services to decrease language barriers to care.
- Assessed individuals under supervision of licensed social worker to help guide treatment planning using tools including PHQ-9, CSDC and C-SSRS.
- Advocated for patients with barriers to care and connected them to community resources.
- Responded to pediatric traumas to provide support.
- Organized family transportation.
- Assisted parents in filling out forms to apply for insurance, food assistance, unemployment, FMLA and TCI.
- Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning for patients with a complex medical history.
- Counseled clients on coping mechanisms and adjustment to illness.
- Rotated through units in Hasbro and Rhode Island Hospital to experience working with different populations.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures using Epic.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Childcare Site Director
AlphaBEST Education
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Supervised up to 100 children and six staff members each day.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Designed and implemented accommodation plans as needed.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
BSW Intern
New Hope Inc.
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Educated clients about the cycle of abuse and the neurobiology of trauma.
- Supported clients with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Answered the emergency hotline and connected individuals with appropriate resources.
- Completed client intakes and referred them to support group, individual counseling or advocacy.
- Co-facilitated a DV support group to promote healthy connections and teach coping skills.
- Participated in a TF-CBT training online.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Created safety plans with clients and provided crisis intervention.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Sales Associate
Pepper Palace
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Food Server
Mount St. Rida
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Cultivated warm relationships with residents.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for dietary concerns.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote health and safety.
Food Server
Brookdale Assisted Living
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Built relationships with residents and became familiar with dietary restrictions.
- Addressed resident complaints quickly and professionally.
- Worked closely with kitchen staff to ensure the needs of all residents were met.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI05-2024
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Treatment planning
- Individual counseling
- Group counseling
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Trauma informed care
- Safety planning
- Clinical documentation
- Providing resources
- Client advocacy
- Psychoeducation
- Coping mechanisms
Certification
Epic Training
TF-CBT Training
Timeline
MSW Clinical Intern
Hasbro Children's Hospital
08.2024 - 05.2025
BSW Intern
New Hope Inc.
08.2023 - 05.2024
Childcare Site Director
AlphaBEST Education
01.2021 - 06.2024
Sales Associate
Pepper Palace
10.2020 - 03.2021
Food Server
Mount St. Rida
01.2019 - 05.2019
Food Server
Brookdale Assisted Living
04.2018 - 09.2018
Epic Training
TF-CBT Training
Master of Arts - Social Work
Rhode Island College
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Rhode Island College
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