Miriam Chazan
Social Worker
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocate for clients and advance change for communities in need. Proven skills in conducting assessments, planning treatments and facilitating therapy sessions. Proficient in DSM-IV diagnostic criteria and ICD-10 codes. Passionate about advocacy for clients' right and community reintegration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Social Work Intern
Pesach Tikvah
05.2023 - Current
- Treated patients with mental health issues and dual-diagnoses such as anxiety, depression and personality disorders.
- Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
- Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
- Performed short-term therapy, provided education and responded to crisis situations.
Intern, School Social Worker
Boro Park Bikur Cholim - Shalsheles Bais Yaakov
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine the most suitable needs and services
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice
- Documented client encounters meticulously by keeping accurate records of dates, interactions, and conversations
- Facilitated mental health workshops to provide valuable education to all students
Mentor and Administrative Assistance
Bais Chana Women International
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Mentored and tutored teens and young adults while building trust and interpersonal relationships
- Planned and executed programs for at-risk teens, including coordinating events, vendors, and invitees
- Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions, and distributing meeting notes
- Assumed responsibility for group travel arrangements and arranged meetings and appointments for staff and clients
Mentor
Yeled V'Yalda
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Planned and executed programs for at-risk teens
- Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions, and distributing meeting notes
- Assessed and reported on each student's work progress by policies developed by the school district
- Assisted in developing student-led after-school programs for at-risk students
- Worked one-on-one with at-risk students
Director of Programing & Administrative Assistance
The Chai Center Dix Hills
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Planned and executed programs for the organization
- Increased program effectiveness with strategic operational improvements, collaborating with various teams to identify issues and applicable solutions
- Created comprehensive progress reports to pinpoint areas of growth and potential
- Managed program operations, including coordinating events, corresponding with other organizations
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Wurzweiler School of Social Work
New York, NY01.2024
Bachelor of Professional Studies - Social Work
College of Mount Saint Vincent
The Bronx, NY12.2022
Timeline
Clinical Social Work Intern
Pesach Tikvah
05.2023 - Current
Intern, School Social Worker
Boro Park Bikur Cholim - Shalsheles Bais Yaakov
09.2022 - 06.2023
Mentor
Yeled V'Yalda
09.2020 - 06.2021
Mentor and Administrative Assistance
Bais Chana Women International
06.2019 - 08.2022
Director of Programing & Administrative Assistance
The Chai Center Dix Hills
09.2018 - 06.2019
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Wurzweiler School of Social Work
Bachelor of Professional Studies - Social Work
College of Mount Saint Vincent
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