Kourtnie Greene
Reno,NV
Summary
Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of clients. Well-organized and resourceful with detail-oriented and conscientious approach. Caring and respectful social worker passionate about positively impacting programs and helping participants by providing expert support. Familiar with trauma informed practices and always looking for ways to improve abilities through research and practice. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
STUDENT VOICE ADVOCATE
Washoe County School District
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Engagement of students to allow for their viewpoints on specific topics to be well received for improvement purposes around our school.
- Completed home-visits, reports, scanning, paperwork and documentation accurately and in timely manner.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Supported students, teachers and families during crisis situations.
- Aiding in school wide knowledge to grant students the access to get the help and resources needed to ensure a positive learning experience.
MSW INTERN
Communities In Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Focused teacher and administrator support including consultation, observations, classroom behaviors, focused needs assessments and analysis of data.
- Wrote notes, completed documentation for referrals and maintained case files.
- Assessed individuals under supervision of licensed social worker to help guide treatment planning.
- Counseled clients on life skills and coping mechanisms.
- 1:1 mentorship regarding behavior, mental health, attendance and truancy.
SAFE SCHOOL PROFESSIONAL
Washoe County School District
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed a case load and implemented individualized goal plans with students, teachers, administrators, and parents to reach specific needs.
- Collaboration/consultation with teachers: behaviors, culture, inclusion of parents
- Performed interventions at a multi-tiered level with students.
- Helped student develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification both inside and outside of school.
- Informed parent/families of community resources and assisted in linkage to them.
INFANT TEACHER
Early Head Start
09.2018 - 09.2019
- 1:4 ratio with infants and toddlers from ages 6 weeks to 3 years.
- Built and maintained relationships with the children individually as well as each family
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Obtained Washoe County approved trainings that include; recognition and reporting of child abuse and neglect, child development and lifelong wellness(nutrition, obesity and physical activity)
- Assisted director in paper work including Washoe County forms, CSA official forms and employee personal folders
BSW INTERN
Sacramento City School Unified District
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Managed a case load and implemented individualized goal plans
- Conduct assessments, crisis intervention, family home visits
- Contributing force on interdisciplinary team in IEP and SART meetings
- 1:1 sessions with students focusing on mentoring, social emotional counseling, attendance and classroom support, and advocacy
- Co-facilitated and planned adolescent support group to develop social skill learning and empowerment
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Boise State University
05.2023
University of Phoenix
07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
California State University
05.2018
Mendocino College
08.2012
Skills
- Organizational skills that support efficiency and accuracy
- Critical thinking skills
- Ability to prioritize while adapting to change
- Skills in connecting and communicating with individuals and groups
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Expertise in facilitating conflict resolution
- Problem-solving strengths associated with individual and group objectives
Timeline
MSW INTERN
Communities In Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
STUDENT VOICE ADVOCATE
Washoe County School District
08.2021 - 06.2023
SAFE SCHOOL PROFESSIONAL
Washoe County School District
09.2019 - 06.2021
INFANT TEACHER
Early Head Start
09.2018 - 09.2019
BSW INTERN
Sacramento City School Unified District
08.2017 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - Social Work
Boise State University
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
California State University
Mendocino College
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