Michael Pena
Boston,MA
Summary
Bilingual dedicated worker well-versed at liaising with clients to foster access to community resources, treatment and assistance programs. Strong background in supporting client treatment plans. Compassionate and driven with unfailing work ethic and passion for helping others. (English/Spanish)
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Fort Tryon Center For Rehab & Nursing
New York, NY
05.2019 - 10.2022
- Advocated for client rights and sought solutions by tracking and monitoring legislation and arranging and attending meetings with congressional lawmakers and staff.
- Developed and facilitated goal-oriented psycho-education and therapy groups to improve residents' quality of life.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Recommended long-term residential treatment, short-term residential treatment and individualized and group drug counseling for clients with substance abuse issues.
Paraprofessional Educator
New York Department Of Education
New York, NY
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Assessed student social, emotional and academic needs to plan goals appropriately.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Adhered to predetermined behavior and academic plans and collaborated on adjustments.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Psychology
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA06.2021
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Child Development
- Behavioral Counseling
- Risk Assessment
Timeline
Social Worker
Fort Tryon Center For Rehab & Nursing
05.2019 - 10.2022
Paraprofessional Educator
New York Department Of Education
09.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor Of Science - Psychology
Cambridge College
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