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Megan Kurian

Summary

I am a first-year Master’s student at Rutgers University in New Brunswick studying social work. Social work has solidified my interest in helping those in disadvantaged communities. My passion for this field of work has grown immensely as I progress through my master's education. Each individual I have served in this field has a unique story that allows me to reflect on why I chose to study social work daily. I have gained specialized skills in client assessment, case management, and crisis intervention. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to support individuals and communities effectively.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Care Management Intern

Coordinated Family Care
New Brunswick
08.2024 - Current
  • Helped develop individual service plans based on assessment findings and goals set by the client.
  • Attended seminars and workshops dedicated to professional development in the field of case management.
  • Made referrals to utilize community resources for resident's needs.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with patients by successfully resolving issues and responding promptly to phone inquiries.
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions, progress and outcomes.
  • Maintained contact with external agencies involved in providing services or assistance to clients.

Mental Health Assistant

Family Service League
Smithtown
12.2023 - 08.2024
  • Created Electronic Medical Record profiles for new patients.
  • Answered and transferred crisis calls to the appropriate location/department.
  • Provided individuals with desired resources.
  • Provided a friendly, clean environment.
  • Differentiated between high and low-risk situations.
  • Insurance verification
  • Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
  • Conducted intake interviews with new patients to complete forms, assess mental health condition or obtain treatment history.

Front Desk Receptionist

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)
Smithtown
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Ensured that clients were signed in and out of day program
  • Assisted the intake specialist in the data entry of clients' information
  • Followed up with care managers regarding the clients they provide for
  • Supplied callers with office address and directions, employee email addresses and phone extensions.
  • Collected and faxed bowel movement logs of clients who attend day program
  • Handled sensitive information in a confidential manner.

Intern

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)
Smithtown
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Observed and monitored children with autism on a daily basis.
  • Engaged with children with autism and learned how to detect a problem behavior in its beginning stages.
  • Helped children make positive behavior choices by moderating interactions and modeling appropriate behaviors.
  • Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.
  • Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
05-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY
05.2024

Skills

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Working with Children
  • Computer Literacy
  • Goal Setting
  • Mental Health Care
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
  • Case planning
  • Client assessment
  • Cross-cultural sensitivity
  • Documentation accuracy

Certification

  • Strengths and Needs Certified

Languages

English
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Care Management Intern

Coordinated Family Care
08.2024 - Current

Mental Health Assistant

Family Service League
12.2023 - 08.2024

Intern

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)
01.2023 - 05.2023

Front Desk Receptionist

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)
05.2022 - 12.2023

Master of Arts - Social Work

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Stony Brook University
Megan Kurian