Myel Hill-Hypolite
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Being a Master’s Level Licensed Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with a robust background in clinical social work and psychotherapy, I bring extensive experience in providing direct clinical services, including assessments, counseling, and crisis intervention. My roles have spanned from violence intervention and case management to psychotherapy and community outreach, demonstrating a strong capacity to develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Violence Intervention Clinician
The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth
Audubon, PA
02.2024 - Current
- Provide direct clinical services to clients, including assessments, counseling, and crisis intervention
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individual treatment plans based on client needs
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case discussions
- Document services in Simple Practice and THMA EPIC system
- Maintain thorough and timely grant documentation according to TLC and THMA regulatory standards
- Participate in community outreach and violence prevention initiatives
- Foster communication between THMA, TLC, community resources, and law enforcement
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed
- Coordinate community resources to meet client needs
- Identify and support clients and family members in need of additional trauma support
- Provide home-based services.
Psychotherapist (Remote)
Psychotherapy at Home
Islip Terrace, NY
11.2022 - Current
- Identify appropriate therapeutic techniques
- Complete Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Encourage clients to explore behavior, attitudes, and emotions
- Collaborate with other therapy, support, and medical professionals
- Write detailed session notes and maintain accurate records.
Case Manager/Social Worker
St. Luke's University Network
Allentown, PA
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Conduct admission reviews for same-day surgery, observation, and inpatient status patients
- Participate in daily patient rounds, share professional knowledge, and make recommendations based on patient needs
- Assess discharge planning needs for a safe, timely, and efficient discharge
- Arrange for short and long-term placements, including skilled nursing facilities and mental health facilities
- Provide patient education and advocacy as appropriate
- Maintain knowledge of mental health laws regarding patient rights
- Facilitate insurance authorization and pre-certification for assigned patients
- Maintain effective communication with patients, families, and community agencies
- Complete professional and timely documentation, including progress notes and referrals.
Caseworker/Assistant House Manager
Little Flower Children and Family Services
Wading River, NY
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Manage a caseload of children and young adults on the Autism Spectrum with co-occurring disorders
- Collaborate with OPWDD, OMH, and DSS
- Conduct field assignments, including educational, medical, judicial systems, and home visits
- Participate in individual student IEP meetings and provide input
- Complete intakes and psychosocial assessments
- Provide informal therapeutic counseling as needed
- Supervise direct care staff and manage schedules
- Maintain monthly budget and order household supplies
- Assist in the interview process and hiring of new direct care staff
- Schedule recreational activities for residents
- Conduct staff meetings.
Seasonal Special Events Recruiter/Fundraising Coach
American Cancer Society
Hauppauge, NY
05.2014 - 10.2015
- Conduct cold and warm lead calls for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk participation
- Provide support and fundraising ideas to constituents
- Assist in setting up venues for events and participate in the walks
- Act as a motivational coach and cheerleader in the breast cancer survivor tent.
Client Service Representative
Total Clerical Services
Hauppauge, NY
01.2014 - 04.2014
- Conduct face-to-face outreach for New York Medicaid Choice program
- Enroll consumers into Medicaid Managed Care Plans
- Educate consumers on managed care plans through presentations
- Maintain a positive working environment and provide excellent customer service.
Test Supervisor
Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood, NY
04.2009 - 04.2014
- Administer computer-generated placement tests for newly admitted students
- Verify identification and set up testing stations
- Provide accommodations for test takers with special needs
- Monitor the test area during sessions.
Community Health Worker
Federation of Organizations
Medford, NY
06.2013 - 02.2014
- Work with patients referred by Stony Brook Children's Hospital
- Provide health information for parents of children with chronic illnesses
- Conduct home visits to discuss medication management and doctor's recommendations
- Refer families to community resources and assist with specialist appointments.
Case Aide-Treatment Family Foster Care
MercyFirst
Syosset, NY
09.2011 - 07.2012
- Manage administrative office functions and a small caseload of non-therapeutic foster children
- Assist caseworkers with therapeutic caseloads as needed
- Use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) methods with children
- Participate in monthly Treatment Team meetings and crisis situations
- Conduct home visits and supervise court-ordered visitations
- Communicate with schools, psychiatric facilities, and other providers.
Youth Support Counselor
Mercy First
Syosset, NY
07.2008 - 03.2010
- Serve as a mentor and role model for adolescent residents in a group home setting
- Assist adolescents with independent living skills and administer medication
- Create and supervise recreational activities
- Maintain a daily activities log and provide transportation for residents.
Volunteer/College Work Study Aide
Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood, NY
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Assist staff with coordinating and organizing student trips and programs
- Encourage student participation in clubs and programs
- Perform general clerical duties.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
Stony Brook University, State University of New York
Stony Brook, NY05.2017
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
College at Old Westbury, State University of New York
Old Westbury, NY08.2010
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts -
Suffolk County Community College
New York, NY05.2007
Skills
- EPIC
- Allscripts
- Connections
- Internet
- JD Edwards Database
- Microsoft Office
- Keyboarding 45 WPM
- Public Speaking
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- Fundraising
- Recruitment
- Case Management
- Counseling
- Management
- Problem Solving
- Documentation
- Individual/Group Counseling
- Social Work
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Managed Care
- Group Therapy
- Child & Family Counseling
- Autism Experience
- EMR Systems
- Mac OS
- Behavioral Health
- Meeting Facilitation
- Discharge Planning
- Documentation Review
- Communication Skills
- Inpatient Care
- Leadership
- Supervising Experience
- Writing Skills
- Hospital Experience
- Care Plans
- Hospice
- Clinical Assessments
Certification
- Licensed Social Worker
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Timeline
Violence Intervention Clinician
The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth
02.2024 - Current
Psychotherapist (Remote)
Psychotherapy at Home
11.2022 - Current
Case Manager/Social Worker
St. Luke's University Network
06.2019 - 08.2020
Caseworker/Assistant House Manager
Little Flower Children and Family Services
05.2017 - 05.2019
Seasonal Special Events Recruiter/Fundraising Coach
American Cancer Society
05.2014 - 10.2015
Client Service Representative
Total Clerical Services
01.2014 - 04.2014
Community Health Worker
Federation of Organizations
06.2013 - 02.2014
Case Aide-Treatment Family Foster Care
MercyFirst
09.2011 - 07.2012
Test Supervisor
Suffolk County Community College
04.2009 - 04.2014
Youth Support Counselor
Mercy First
07.2008 - 03.2010
Volunteer/College Work Study Aide
Suffolk County Community College
08.2005 - 05.2007
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
Stony Brook University, State University of New York
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
College at Old Westbury, State University of New York
Associate Degree in Liberal Arts -
Suffolk County Community College