Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline

Mark Filippone

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania/ Department of Corrections
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience

Compassionate Social Worker with a decade of experience in the non-profit sector, focusing on mental health care for incarcerated veterans in maximum-security settings. Skilled in building therapeutic relationships and implementing client-centered practices. Experienced in case management and advocacy, facilitating access to essential resources for underserved populations.

Work History

Psychological Services Specialist

2 Months
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania/ Department of Corrections | 06.2026 - Current

• Develops individualized treatment plans and facilitates individual counseling sessions based on individuals’ needs. • Created program materials and led group counseling sessions on impulse control and addiction management, fostering participant engagement and knowledge. • Collaborated with licensed psychologists to review case assignments, interview findings, and clinical observations, enhancing treatment strategies. • Collaborates with multidisciplinary treatment teams and other facility staff to implement, monitor, and evaluate individual and group treatment programs and their effectiveness. • Researched and recommended innovative treatment methods and best practices, contributing to the development of new programs and enhancing overall program effectiveness. • Prepares and maintains appropriate clinical records, reports, and other documentation.

Monitored inmate behavior and reported concerns to maintain facility safety and security.

Psychological Services Associate

10 Months
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania / PA Department of Corrections | 08.2025 - 06.2026
  • Plan and organize outpatient mental health services
  • Create and implement Individual Recovery Plans tailored to each patient.
  • Conduct mental status examinations, and prepare comprehensive psychological evaluations.
  • Facilitate both individual and group therapy sessions for a diverse range of inmates, including those diagnosed with mental illnesses, individuals convicted of sex offenses, and those with dual diagnoses.
  • Provide crisis intervention services as necessary.
  • Managed case documentation and ensured compliance with departmental policies.

Field Placement

1 Year
Corporal Michael J Crescenz VA Medical Center | 01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Facilitated CBT-based group therapy in Intensive Outpatient Program to support client recovery
  • Provide effective therapeutic interventions
  • Coordinated client needs with community resources to enhance support services
  • Delivered targeted therapeutic interventions to address individual client challenges

Social Work Intern

8 Months
Fairmount Behavioral Health | 09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Gathered collateral and baseline information to support patient care planning.
  • Developed comprehensive discharge plans with linkage and referral resources.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to engage patient.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to actively engage patients

Co-Founder, Admissions and Staffing Clerk

13 Years
Philly Free School | 01.2010 - 01.2023
  • Developed enrollment program with marketing events highlighting institution’s educational philosophy
  • Promoted institution through social media, brochures, flyers, and special events to enhance community awareness
  • Successfully promoted the institution through social media, brochures and flyers, and hosting special events
  • Managed staffing programs, overseeing enrollment logistics, training, and allocation of educational activities and duties

Co-Founder, Administrator and Fundraising Clerk

13 Years
Philly Free School | 01.2010 - 01.2023
  • Collaborated with staff and students to develop and implement educational programs and strategies that addressed diverse learning needs
  • Created a mediation program to support students and staff in resolving conflict
  • Partnered with foundations to ensure access to the school regardless of a family’s ability to pay tuition
  • Oversaw communication with official authorities to ensure school safety and compliance while effectively managing programs
  • Maintained institutional files by gathering and analyzing key information (student and staff performance, growth rates, partners) to support informed decision-making

Education

Master of Social Service - Clinical Social Work

Bryn Mawr College | Bryn Mawr | 01-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Ed.

City University | Seattle | 01-2004

Associate in General Studies - General Studies

Mesa Community College | Mesa | 01-2000

Skills

Effective communication
Crisis intervention
Group therapy facilitation
Treatment Planning
Therapeutic Techniques
Behavioral assessment
Problem Solving
Collaboration
Effective communication
Relationship Building

Affiliations

  • Philly Free School, Board of Trustees, 2024- present

Certification

Mental Health First Aid, National Council For Mental Wellbeing

Certified Peer Specialist, Pennsylvania Certification Board

Timeline

Psychological Services Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania/ Department of Corrections
06.2026 - CurrentRead More

Psychological Services Associate

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania / PA Department of Corrections
08.2025 - 06.2026Read More

Field Placement

Corporal Michael J Crescenz VA Medical Center
01.2024 - 01.2025Read More

Social Work Intern

Fairmount Behavioral Health
09.2023 - 05.2024Read More

Co-Founder, Admissions and Staffing Clerk

Philly Free School
01.2010 - 01.2023Read More

Co-Founder, Administrator and Fundraising Clerk

Philly Free School
01.2010 - 01.2023Read More

Mesa Community College

Associate in General Studies from General Studies
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City University

Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Ed.
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Bryn Mawr College

Master of Social Service from Clinical Social Work
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Mark Filippone