Lauren Zwirz
Belmar,NJ
Summary
Applicant with Master's degrees in Counseling Psychology and Social Work with extensive experience providing high-level care to children and adolescents with a plethora of behavioral issues. Previous work with children ages 5-17 in an inpatient psychiatric setting assisting therapists and nurses on the unit, as well as experience as a Case Manager in a psychological outpatient facility for both adults and children. Dedicated, organized, and competent professional looking to obtain a career within the school social work field.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute School Counselor
Gregory Elementary School
11.2023 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Met with a caseload of students weekly for check-ins, social emotional learning, and therapeutic interventions.
Case Manager/ OBAT Navigator
Ship to Shore Counseling
11.2018 - 04.2023
- Responsibilities include scheduling appointments as needed for patients and assisting them with housing, substance abuse counseling, job referrals, food stamps, and anything they may be having trouble completing on their own
- This also includes coordinating care with their social workers, probation officers, and DCPP workers
- Additionally, assisting the biller with gathering and updating patient insurance information, completing prior authorizations for medication in a timely manner, and completing group home, jail, DCPP and other agency paperwork as needed.
Mental Health Associate
Monmouth Medical Center
05.2013 - 10.2019
- Responsible for the safety and mental health progress of juveniles and adults on the inpatient psychiatric units, with a variety of mental health and behavioral issues
- Supervise and conduct the implementation of a goal oriented group therapy, which gives individuals an opportunity to gain control over their lives by making an attainable goal for the future
- Supervise patients during various therapeutic groups and school on the unit, giving updates on their behavior and ensuring both staff members and patients are safe at all times
- Additionally, trained in therapeutic holds if restraints are needed for the safety of the unit
- Finally, follow a set schedule on the unit and complete 15 minute wellness checks on each patient.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Southern California
Los Angeles12.2023
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
College of Saint Elizabeth
Morristown, NJ05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Stockton University
Galloway, NJ12.2012
Skills
- Strong reading and writing comprehension
- Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
- Sound clinical judgment
- Case Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Documentation and Reporting
Certification
- Certified Yoga Teacher (RYT 200)
- Certified in Yoga for Trauma
- Certified in the Nurtured Heart Approach
Timeline
Substitute School Counselor
Gregory Elementary School
11.2023 - Current
Case Manager/ OBAT Navigator
Ship to Shore Counseling
11.2018 - 04.2023
Mental Health Associate
Monmouth Medical Center
05.2013 - 10.2019
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Southern California
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
College of Saint Elizabeth
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Stockton University