Compassionate Social Worker with 7 years of experience working in multidisciplinary settings. Skilled at managing multiple cases with great attention to detail and knowledge of local resources. Known for providing caring and comprehensive support to families and children.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
Chelsea Place Psychological Associates
Clifton Park, NY
12.2022 - Current
Provided direct clinical social work services to individuals and families in a mental health setting.
Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
Educated clients about the impact of trauma on mental health and well-being.
Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency standards.
School Social Worker
South Colonie Central School District
Colonie , NY
09.2022 - Current
Worked with teachers, administrators, students, parents and external support agencies to maximize treatment success.
Assisted teachers with identifying, referring and supporting students.
Developed treatment and intervention plans for students needing extra support.
Utilized established assessment techniques to evaluate and diagnose social interaction and learning problems.
Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to solve problems, set and achieve goals and improve communication skills.
Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
School Social Worker
Albany City School District
ALBANY, NY
11.2021 - 06.2022
Provided crisis intervention support for students, families and educators.
Counseled individuals and groups in specific problem areas.
Maintained confidential case documentation.
Assisted teachers with identifying, referring and supporting students.
Provided staff development for implementation of advisory program, school climate initiatives, mental health education , bullying and suicide protocols, mandated reporting obligations.
Worked with teachers, administrators, students, parents and external support agencies to maximize treatment success.
Implemented behavioral improvements plans by working directly with teachers.
Maintained thorough case history records and wrote detailed reports.
Utilized established assessment techniques to evaluate and diagnose social interaction and learning problems.
Behavioral Health Clinician
Whitney Young Health Center
ALBANY, NY
05.2019 - 08.2021
Conducts face-to-face comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and mental status exams, as well as a diagnostic assessment for all clients initiating care, and reassesses patients on an ongoing basis.
Provides evidenced based individual, group, and family counseling as assigned.
Provides case management services as necessary and ensures coordination of care amongst service providers.
Facilitates the collaboration between primary care and behavioral health care that includes participating in multidisciplinary collaboration toward the achievement of behavioral and physical health care outcomes.
Makes and completes all referrals to other community service providers as appropriate.
Utilizes the DSM V Diagnostic and Statistical Manual in the diagnostic assessment of all clients.
Ensures and/or remains in compliance with local, state, and federal regulation, i.e. OASAS, NYS DOH.
Education
Masters of Social Welfare - Social Work
University At Albany
Albany
12.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Alfred University
Alfred, NY
06.2013
Skills
IEP writing knowledge
Emotional support
Learning difficulties
Culturally-sensitive
Client advocacy
Case management
Behavioral Counseling
Life Skills Development
Educational Support
Treatment Planning
Trauma-informed therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Certification
Licensed LMSW -2018
Trauma-Informed Creative Arts Therapy Certificate Program for Mental Health Professionals.
Timeline
Social Worker
Chelsea Place Psychological Associates
12.2022 - Current
School Social Worker
South Colonie Central School District
09.2022 - Current
School Social Worker
Albany City School District
11.2021 - 06.2022
Behavioral Health Clinician
Whitney Young Health Center
05.2019 - 08.2021
Masters of Social Welfare - Social Work
University At Albany
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Alfred University
Licensed LMSW -2018
Trauma-Informed Creative Arts Therapy Certificate Program for Mental Health Professionals.
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