Melissa Massimo
Long Beach,NY
Summary
Licensed LCSW with deep commitment to mental health and client well-being. Proven track record in delivering effective therapeutic strategies and fostering supportive therapeutic environment. Reliable team collaborator, adaptable to dynamic clinical needs, with expertise in client assessment and treatment planning.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychotherapist
South Bay Counseling, LCSW PC
Amityville, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Establish a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
- Utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
- Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
- Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client's specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
Associate Director of Social Work
Bellevue Hospital Center
New York, NY
04.2009 - Current
- Lead multidisciplinary team, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Establish long term relationships with patients served, creating opportunities for recovery from mental health issues.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging fidelity to the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model of care.
- Prioritize tasks and allocate resources appropriately to keep team productive and able to meet the complex needs of patient population.
- Assist senior leadership in social work department and other areas in managing all aspects of program operations.
Social Work Supervisor
Bellevue Hospital Center
New York, NY
04.2004 - 04.2009
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while adhering to ethical guidelines in all aspects of practice.
- Conducted 1:1 services in the community, at times managing crisis situations via emergency intervention and hospital transport
- Mentored new social workers entering the field to promote professional growth and solidify foundational skills necessary for success.
- Improved client outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through meticulous documentation and accurate reporting.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Fordham University
New York, NY05-2001
Skills
- Building rapport
- Anxiety management
- Motivational interviewing
- Psychosocial assessment
- Case documentation
Timeline
Psychotherapist
South Bay Counseling, LCSW PC
09.2021 - Current
Associate Director of Social Work
Bellevue Hospital Center
04.2009 - Current
Social Work Supervisor
Bellevue Hospital Center
04.2004 - 04.2009
Master of Science - Social Work
Fordham University