Melisha McClary-Hermitt
SC
Summary
Experienced with direct client support, crisis intervention, and advocacy. Utilizes effective communication and empathy to build trust and provide guidance. Track record of implementing successful community outreach programs and fostering supportive environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Williamsburg County School District
Kingstree, SC
01.2023 - Current
- Provide direct social work services to students identified as at-risk due to behavioral, academic, or socio-emotional challenges.
- Conduct individual and group counseling to support students' social-emotional development and coping skills.
- Develop and implement intervention plans in collaboration with school staff, parents, and external agencies.
- Monitor student progress through data collection, behavioral assessments, and case documentation.
- Facilitate parent engagement initiatives, providing guidance on family support resources.
- Coordinate with community organizations to secure resources such as food, clothing, and mental health services for students in need.
- Lead crisis intervention efforts, including conflict mediation and emergency support referrals.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Carolina Schools for Inquiry
Columbia, SC
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Established and enforced classroom behavior guidelines to create a structured learning environment.
- Provided individualized support to children based on their developmental needs.
- Designed and implemented lesson plans that encouraged cognitive, social, and emotional growth.
- Built strong relationships with parents to ensure a collaborative approach to student success.
- Assisted and supervised 21 children through entire school day.
Case Manager
Department of Social Services
Columbia, SC
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed casework activities to ensure child safety, permanency, and well-being.
- Conducted home visits and interviews with families to assess needs and progress.
- Developed and implemented family reunification and adoption plans.
- Connected families with community resources and services to promote stability.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCBachelor of Science - Social Work
Benedict College
Columbia, SCSkills
- Supervision
- Safety Monitoring
- Childhood Development Understanding
- Communication Skills
- Parent Collaboration
- Educational Goal Setting
- Behavioral Goal Setting
- Compassionate
Timeline
Social Worker
Williamsburg County School District
01.2023 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
Carolina Schools for Inquiry
01.2022 - 01.2023
Case Manager
Department of Social Services
02.2021 - 11.2021
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Benedict College