Melisha McClary
SC
Summary
Social work professional with robust background in providing comprehensive support to individuals and families. Skilled in developing and implementing tailored intervention plans to address specific needs. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving impactful outcomes, adaptable to evolving circumstances.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Williamsburg County School District
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.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Carolina Schools for Inquiry
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.
Case Manager
Department of Social Services
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
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Benedict College
Columbia, SCMaster of Science - Social Work
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-2025
Skills
- Supervision
- Safety Monitoring
- Childhood Development Understanding
- Communication Skills
- Teaching Skills
- Parent Collaboration
- Educational Goal Setting
- Behavioral Goal Setting
Activities Associations Academic Honors Club Memberships
- Member, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, 11/05/2017- Present
- Counselor, Benedict College Summer Sports Camp, 05/16- 05/18
- Member, HPER Club (Health Physical Education and Recreation), 03/17-05/18
- Volunteer, Richland Public Library Edgewood, 12/18, 2021
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
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Benedict College
Master of Science - Social Work
University of South Carolina
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