Lauren Clancy, LCSW
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Seasoned Social Worker specializing in situational assessments, conflict resolution and effective communication. Services clients to promote optimum mental, emotional and behavioral health in collaboration with other members of health care team. Demonstrates psycho-social assessment, treatment planning and advocacy skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
School Social Worker
Chicago Public School District
Chicago , Illinois
2000.09 - Current
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions with students to discuss social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Provided crisis intervention services for students in need of immediate assistance.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement appropriate interventions for students facing social or academic difficulties.
- Assisted in the development of IEPs for students with special needs.
- Monitored student progress through regular meetings with faculty members and by reviewing student records.
- Advised teachers on strategies for working with difficult students or those exhibiting challenging behaviors.
- Maintained confidential records regarding student assessments, evaluations, goals achieved and not achieved.
Social Services Coordinator
Cook County Circuit Court
Chicago , Illinois
1996.06 - 1999.06
- Monitored client progress and outcomes, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Collaborated with other service providers to ensure delivery of comprehensive care.
- Conducted individual assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Provided case management services including crisis intervention, advocacy, referrals, and follow-up.
- Coordinated community resources for individuals in need of assistance or support.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss best practices for clients' care plans.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL2000-05
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL1996-05
Skills
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Crisis Intervention
- Individual Counseling
- Behavioral specialist
- Mental Health Assessment
- Organizational abilities
- Diagnostic evaluations
- Data collection and management
- Risk Assessments
- Documentation
- Emotional Support
- Grief counseling
Certification
Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) - School Social Work Endorsement
Certified School Social Work Specialist (C-SSWS)
Affiliations
- travel
- photography
- hiking
- reading
- yoga
Accomplishments
- Infant and Toddler Developmental Specialist Certificate (Erikson Institute, June 2009)
- NASW (National Association of Social Workers) member
Websites
Timeline
School Social Worker
Chicago Public School District
2000.09 - Current
Social Services Coordinator
Cook County Circuit Court
1996.06 - 1999.06
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Illinois At Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) - School Social Work Endorsement
Certified School Social Work Specialist (C-SSWS)
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