Marina Davydov, LCSW
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of clients. Expertise in providing therapy and counseling to individuals, families, couples, and groups. Respectful and compassionate professional offering 14-year background serving community by providing guidance for clients in need.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
NYC Health + Hospitals
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Conduct interviews with patients and family members to determine their continuing care needs
- Complete psychosocial assessments, conduct crisis intervention, and provide supportive counseling
- Act as a liaison for patients with community agencies, and document interventions utilizing EPIC
- Facilitate the discharge of patients through outreach to families, agencies, and linkage to resources on limited basis
- Educate patients and families about illness and assist families in developing coping strategies.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Psychotherapist
Private Practice
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Provide psychosocial assessments of patients and families, and interventions that include crisis interventions, short and long-term individual, family and or group therapies
- Formulate and implement comprehensive care plans, and assist with case management
- Maintain documentations of cases and activities, as well as develop and deliver treatment plans
- Document assessment, plan, interactions and interventions according to agency’s guidelines and standards.
- Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
- Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
- Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.
- Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals in coordinating care for clients with co-occurring mental health and physical health concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment.
Deputy Director
JCCGCI
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Supervise and support meal, programming and budget of seven Senior Centers
- Prepare monthly calendar in collaboration with Senior Center Coordinators
- Review regular monthly expenditures, as well as track food and supply expenditures
- Identify major equipment and supply needs or changes
- Assist in identifying and addressing staff training needs
- Gather and monitor statistical data in accordance with various contract requirements.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, transparency, and open communication among team members.
- Developed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with company''s mission and vision.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to successfully execute large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Monitored performance metrics, analyzing trends to identify areas requiring attention or improvement.
- Oversaw project management efforts, ensuring timely completion of projects within allocated budgets and scope.
- Enhanced communication within the organization through regular interdepartmental meetings and updates.
Senior Center Director/Food Pantry Manager/Senior Sunday Program Director
JCCGCI
06.2015 - 01.2021
- Responsible for budget preparation, fiscal management, food service management, providing supportive services, establishing and maintaining sanitary and safety standards, recordkeeping, reporting to overhead agencies, and adherence to the Department for the Aging’s performance standards and guidelines
- Managed the day-to-day operation of the Nutrition Program and other services of the Senior Center site
- Applied for grants for the food pantry, managed staff and volunteers, and oversaw the distribution of food
- Oversaw 500+ clients for a Sunday program and ensured that they received food, assisted with case assistance, delivered the food, and ensured that the food was compliant with DFTA guidelines
- Coordinated and scheduled special events such as art, physical and social activities throughout the year
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated staff, established support services, and maintained contact with homebound clients
- Facilitated the conduct of public relation activities, and maintained a program that met the nutritional, emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs of individuals as well as group.
- Streamlined operational processes for improved efficiency, resulting in reduced costs and increased staff productivity.
- Secured grant funding for new projects and programs, expanding the center''s offerings to better serve seniors.
- Collaborated with fundraising team raising funds necessary for operating expenses and program expansion.
- Implemented effective marketing strategies to increase senior center visibility within the community.
- .Spearheaded efforts to create a more inclusive environment for seniors of diverse backgrounds, promoting cultural sensitivity and understanding.
- .Negotiated contracts/vendors managing services such as transportation or meal delivery for senior residents.
- Managed volunteer recruitment process which included screening volunteers and matching them with suitable positions.
- Increased community engagement through targeted outreach efforts and partnerships with local organizations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, including city officials, nonprofit organizations, and healthcare providers, to collaborate on projects benefiting seniors.
- .Provided leadership during crises situations like natural disasters or emergencies affecting senior citizens.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to align senior center goals with community needs and expectations.
Social Worker
Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty
05.2011 - 05.2015
- Administered crisis intervention for 500+ clients facing financial hardships, individual assessment, and treatment plans
- Traveled to meet with elderly clients for weekly home visits in order to provide ongoing assessments
- Directed and provided supportive short-term counseling services and case management
- Handled family cases leading to utilization of healthcare, housing, and childcare
- Liaised between government agencies, consumer's family members, and relevant community members.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
Education
MSW -
Yeshiva University, Wurzweiler School of Social Work
05.2015
01.2015
National Council For Behavioral Health
05.2017
Mayor's Office
05.2017
Department For The Aging
01.2018
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Google Drive
- Adobe Illustrator
- AWARDS
- Language: Fluent: Russian
Timeline
Social Worker
NYC Health + Hospitals
08.2022 - 01.2024
Deputy Director
JCCGCI
01.2021 - 07.2022
Psychotherapist
Private Practice
01.2019 - 01.2023
Senior Center Director/Food Pantry Manager/Senior Sunday Program Director
JCCGCI
06.2015 - 01.2021
Social Worker
Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty
05.2011 - 05.2015
MSW -
Yeshiva University, Wurzweiler School of Social Work
National Council For Behavioral Health
Mayor's Office
Department For The Aging