Kendall Albert

Dynamic and dedicated Summer Camp Counselor at Extended Day Services, adept at crisis management and child supervision. Successfully enhanced group dynamics through engaging team-building exercises while ensuring a safe environment. Recognized for role modeling positive character traits, fostering a supportive atmosphere for campers' growth and development.

George Junior Republic – Anger Management Group
Student Facilitator | Fall 2024 – Grove City, PA

• Assisted in facilitating an anger management group for adolescent males in residential treatment.
• Supported development of emotional regulation, coping strategies, and problem-solving skills.
• Helped implement therapy dog–assisted interventions to reduce tension and enhance engagement.
• Observed group dynamics and reinforced pro-social behaviors aligned with treatment goals.

George Junior Republic – Social Skills Group
Student Facilitator | Spring 2025 – Grove City, PA

• Co-facilitated a structured social skills group for youth with behavioral and emotional challenges.
• Modeled effective communication, teamwork, and positive peer interaction.
• Incorporated therapy dogs to promote rapport-building and increase participation.
• Documented observations to support ongoing therapeutic planning and treatment goals.

Crisis Intervention Center – Student Observer
8-Hour Observation | Fall 2024 – Butler, PA

• Observed crisis intake procedures, risk assessments, and safety planning processes.
• Gained exposure to de-escalation techniques and community mental health resources.
• Shadowed crisis professionals to understand real-time decision-making in acute situations.

UPMC McKeesport – Social Work Intern
Spring 2026 – McKeesport, PA

• Shadowed discharge planners and interdisciplinary hospital staff to understand care coordination and patient transitions.
• Assisted with patient assessments, discharge planning processes, and identification of appropriate post-acute care services (e.g., SNF, PCH, home health).
• Observed patient interactions in the emergency department, including cases involving trauma, mental health concerns, and domestic violence.
• Supported patient advocacy by helping ensure individuals received appropriate resources and understood their care options.
• Gained exposure to healthcare systems, insurance considerations, and barriers to safe discharge planning.