Leanna Haynes
Woodbridge,NJ
Summary
Team-minded Social Worker talented at conducting and implementing training and educational programs in center-based childcare. Communicative and organized professional possessing advanced writing skills and in-depth knowledge of best training program practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Development Specialist (Per Diem)
Prints By Shelly
05.2023 - Current
- Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives by incorporating relevant content into training materials, facilitating discussions around unconscious bias, and promoting inclusive behaviors across all levels of the organization.
- Established strong relationships with internal and external subject matter experts to enrich program offerings and improve overall quality.
- Leveraged technology to increase accessibility of training content, including e-learning modules, video resources, and virtual classroom platforms.
- Facilitated workshops, webinars, and seminars on a wide range of topics for employees at all levels of the organization.
LifeSet Specialist
Catholic Charities
05.2023 - Current
- Successfully guiding young adults towards self-sufficiency
- Demonstrating strong problem-solving skills in crisis management
- Meticulously assessed and tailored LifeSet interventions, enhancing at-risk youth self-reliance.
- Provided empathetic, targeted support to young adults, fostering a path to independence.
- Implemented cutting-edge strategies in LifeSet, boosting crisis response efficiency.
- Provided personalized support, propelling young adults towards independence.
Clinical Intern
Grace Abounds Counseling and Psychological
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided therapeutic support to diverse patient groups
- Implemented innovative treatment plans
- Pioneered unique treatment plans, boosting holistic patient care and recovery.
- Monitored and adapted treatment plans with precision, ensuring tailored patient care.
- Enhanced patient well-being with empathetic and tailored therapeutic support.
- Introduced unique treatment strategies, elevating standards of holistic care.
Generalist Social Work Intern
Catholic Charities
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Safely transported clients, demonstrating high responsibility
- Led group therapy sessions under LCSW supervision
- Enhanced client's personal growth through skill-building activities
- Strictly adhered to HIPPA guidelines to protect client's privacy
- Accurately entered and managed client notes, supporting the clinical intake process with precision.
- Evaluated client needs to tailor therapy sessions, enhancing individual growth.
- Analyzed client progress to refine therapy approaches, ensuring impactful outcomes.
Recruiter and Match Support Specialist
Big Brothers Big Sisters
10.2011 - 12.2022
- Served as a liaison between the organization and key stakeholders, fostering trust through open communication and transparent decision-making processes.
- Advocated for underrepresented populations within the community, ensuring their voices were heard when shaping organizational policies or planning new programs.
- Strengthened relationships with community partners through regular communication and collaboration on joint initiatives.
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
- Maintained accurate records of match activities and interactions, ensuring compliance with organization policies and procedures.
- Improved participant satisfaction by providing timely assistance and efficient problem-solving solutions.
- Worked closely with program staff to ensure the ongoing success of matches by addressing challenges and celebrating milestones.
Supervisor
CityMD Urgent Care Center
01.2017 - 11.2018
- Contributed to the overall success of the healthcare organization by actively participating in strategic planning sessions and collaborating with other department leaders.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing efficient medical team management strategies and fostering effective communication among team members.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently prioritizing exceptional customer service and compassionate care.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers such as insurance companies or community organizations for better patient care, establishing strong professional relationships.
- Streamlined patient treatment processes for faster recovery times and improved overall satisfaction.
Camp Counselor/Registrar/Birthday Party Coordinator
YMCA of Montclair Geyer Family Branch
09.2008 - 08.2018
- Developed and implemented registration policies, procedures and timelines for smooth administration processes.
- Resolved student registration issues to reduce acceptance, enrolment and payment delays.
- Improved data integrity by conducting regular audits of student records and making necessary corrections.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Conducted post-event analysis, identifying areas of improvement for future events.
- Helped clients plan themed events for young children, and milestone adult birthday parties.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher- Source4Teachers
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Kean University
Union, NJ05.2024
BA in Psychology - Psychology
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ05.2018
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Clinical assessment
- Mental health awareness
- Individual Counseling
- Psychological Assessment
- Clinical Research
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Clinical Intern
Grace Abounds Counseling and Psychological
08.2023 - 05.2024
Professional Development Specialist (Per Diem)
Prints By Shelly
05.2023 - Current
LifeSet Specialist
Catholic Charities
05.2023 - Current
Generalist Social Work Intern
Catholic Charities
09.2022 - 05.2024
Supervisor
CityMD Urgent Care Center
01.2017 - 11.2018
Substitute Teacher
Substitute Teacher- Source4Teachers
12.2016 - 12.2017
Recruiter and Match Support Specialist
Big Brothers Big Sisters
10.2011 - 12.2022
Camp Counselor/Registrar/Birthday Party Coordinator
YMCA of Montclair Geyer Family Branch
09.2008 - 08.2018
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Kean University
BA in Psychology - Psychology
New Jersey City University