Meredith Trainor
Oceanside,NY
Summary
Licensed social worker with extensive education in social work, a state-issues master of social work license, and over five years of hands-on experience of working directly with patients and care providers. Proven success managing large caseloads of patients from a wide variety of socioeconomic backgrounds experiencing a multitude of mental health diagnoses.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric social worker
New York Presbyterian Hospital
White Plains, NY
01.2022 - Current
- Psychiatric social worker on an inpatient unit, with both voluntary and involuntary patients, which specializes in treating personality disorders and self-injurious behaviors. Conducted clinical interviews, collaborated with multidisciplinary team, facilitated family involvement, and managed aftercare plans for discharged patients.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to promote mental health recovery and coping strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and enhance patient support services.
Forensic social worker
Comprehensive Family Services
New York, NY
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Forensic social worker that worked closely with court-involved children and families in the NYC family court system. Provided supervised visitation as well as therapeutic services to families, submitted written court reports on a frequent basis, and appeared in court to provide testimony on the progress of the visitations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and resources for client support.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions addressing trauma, mental health, and family dynamics.
Forensic social worker
The Legal Aid Society
New York, NY
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Interviewed clients and collateral contacts to gather mitigating information for criminal defense attorneys.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate client needs and risks in forensic settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop intervention plans for clients facing legal challenges.
- Facilitated therapeutic sessions focusing on trauma-informed care and emotional support for clients.
Discharge Planner
NYC Health and Hospitals
Riker’s Island
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Coordinated discharge plans and reentry services for incarcerated males with significant mental health needs, ensuring continuity of care post-release.
- Developed discharge plans to facilitate smooth transitions for patients post-treatment.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to assess patient needs and resources.
- Implemented best practices for discharge processes, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety.
Education
Master of Social Work -
New York University
New York, NY01-2017
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Fordham University
Bronx, NY01-2014
Skills
- Psychotherapy experience
- Psychosocial assessments
- Clinical documentation
- Facilitating groups
Timeline
Psychiatric social worker
New York Presbyterian Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Forensic social worker
Comprehensive Family Services
10.2020 - 12.2022
Forensic social worker
The Legal Aid Society
01.2019 - 03.2021
Discharge Planner
NYC Health and Hospitals
01.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Fordham University
Master of Social Work -
New York University