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Marina G. Bianchi

Denver,CO

Summary

Compassionate MSW Intern known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in client assessment, case management, and psycho-social support. Excel in empathetic communication, active listening, and resilience, ensuring exceptional service to clients in need. Navigate complex situations with patience and understanding, consistently delivering solutions that prioritize client well-being.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MSW Intern

Mile High United Way Bridging the Gap
10.2022 - Current
  • Created a procedural handbook for Wellness department and formatted entire program's handbook
  • Developed confidentiality agreement and mandated reporting procedures based on state law
  • Developed internal process for continuity of information in participant department transfers
  • Research and present effective psychosocial interview techniques to family support coaches
  • Evaluated and revised psychosocial evaluation to elicit more honest answers
  • Unified case note style by researching and presenting DAP notes to the team
  • Guide participant-led Advisory Committee in mutual aid efforts through direct support
  • Generated a comprehensive resource guide with over 100 community resources
  • Design and distribute accessible surveys for participant feedback using Qualtrics
  • Analyze and report data from surveys
  • Monitor upcoming relevant social policy legislation on the ballot

Campus Program Assistant

Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault (LaFASA)
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Collaborated with campus organizations and Title IX office regarding sexual assault prevention and education
  • Developed informational social media content for LaFASA's Instagram and blog
  • Advertised local and state sexual assault resources on campus
  • Maintained multiple project timelines and submit everything on time

Student Researcher

LSU Discover Undergraduate Research Program
06.2020 - 12.2021
  • Studied relationship between gender and political efficacy & engagement
  • Designed study more inclusive to women's political experience
  • Analyzed quantitative data using R-coding program
  • Created research survey and conducted extensive literature review
  • Completed training on ethical research practices and received CITI Program certification
  • Received funding from LSU to conduct research

Campus Ambassador

My Louisiana Sex Ed
03.2021 - 07.2021
  • Advocated for inclusive, comprehensive sex education in Louisiana public schools
  • Spoke to Louisiana legislators at town hall meeting about need for sex education
  • Hosted tabling events on campus advertising sex ed resources and spreading information
  • Utilized Canva to create infographics sharing sex ed resources and information
  • Created nationally recognized infographic published in Good Morning America article

Crisis Support Specialist

  • Communicated empathy and support to visitors in crisis via text
  • Connected survivors to long-term resources
  • Provided survivor-centered, culturally-informed support to visitors
  • Inputted sexual assault resource information into crisis text-line database

Education

Master of Social Work - Family Systems Concentration

University of Denver
Denver, CO
12-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science,Sociology, Women and Gender Studies

Louisiana State University
LA
01.2021

Skills

  • Client Advocacy
  • Individual Counseling
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Family therapy
  • Clinical assessment
  • Behavior Modification

Certification

CITI Program certification

Awards

Ally of the Year- LaFASA, Recognizes a member of the public who has contributed to sexual violence prevention, Award for Outstanding Undergraduate Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies Minor, Award for outstanding WGS scholarship (project, paper, thesis) and/or service, Nominated by WGSS professor, LSU President's Honor Roll, Awarded to undergraduates enrolled in at least 15 credit hours who earned a grade-point average of 4.0 or higher

Timeline

MSW Intern

Mile High United Way Bridging the Gap
10.2022 - Current

Campus Program Assistant

Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault (LaFASA)
03.2021 - 04.2022

Campus Ambassador

My Louisiana Sex Ed
03.2021 - 07.2021

Student Researcher

LSU Discover Undergraduate Research Program
06.2020 - 12.2021

CITI Program certification

Crisis Support Specialist

Master of Social Work - Family Systems Concentration

University of Denver

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science,Sociology, Women and Gender Studies

Louisiana State University
Marina G. Bianchi