Nayely Polanco Bautista
New York
Summary
Master of Social Work candidate with over four years of experience in preventive services case management and one year of experience in school-based mental health. Skilled in conducting psychosocial assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and coordinating care across multidisciplinary systems. Demonstrated ability to engage youth and families, address barriers to treatment, and connect clients to community-based resources. Experienced in crisis intervention, risk assessment, and safety planning. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Family Resource Case Worker, MST-PRV
The New York Foundling
New York, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Maintained a caseload of 20 families and assist families with concrete supports including housing stability, budgeting, employment, and engagement in prosocial activities
- Conducted intake assessments and supported collection school, and medical records.
- Collaborated with MST therapists to provide ongoing case support and respond to routine and crisis-related family needs
- Coordinated with youth, families, and community agencies to identify resources and connect clients to appropriate supports and services.
- Maintained timely, accurate documentation to support clinical review, supervision, and compliance with agency and funder requirements
- Ensured proper data entry and documentation in agency and funder databases in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Attended weekly clinical supervision and completed ongoing staff training to strengthen clinical skills and ensure adherence to best practices.
Intern Therapist, School-Based Mental Health
The New York Foundling
New York, NY
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Provided school-based, evidence-based individual therapy and connected youth to community providers to increase access to mental health services
- Conducted intakes, screenings, and psychosocial assessments; developed individualized treatment plans to support diagnosis, goal setting, and case conceptualization
- Assessed and managed risk factors, including suicidal ideation, self-harm, homicidal ideation, and substance use; implemented safety planning and completed incident reports
- Maintained timely, accurate documentation in compliance with agency, modality, and local, state, and federal regulations
- Engaged caregivers and key stakeholders in treatment by identifying and addressing barriers to participation
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment of treatment goals and improve care coordination
- Built and maintained relationships with school staff, including administrators, counselors, social workers, and parent coordinators, to support student engagement
- Facilitated psychoeducational workshops for students, caregivers, and school staff to enhance the school's capacity to address mental health needs
Intern Advocacy and Tutor
ECDO INC
New York, NY
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Assisted the tutoring of students at HVA High School and helped students with their Spanish and History class.
- Helped Program Director and Counselor/Advocate write case notes, case management, plan programming and administrative duties.
- Shadowed Counselor/Advocate during one-on-one counseling session with students.
- Maintained and reviewed records/documentation on behalf of the client so you can provide helpful and relevant information for the issue at hand.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
Hunter College
New York, NY09-2026
Bachelor of Sociology - Black Studies
The City College of New York
05-2021
Skills
- Case management, Strengths Based Practice, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral interventions, Crisis Management , Motivational Interviewing, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Problem solving, Diagnostic support, Treatment planning
- Mandated Reporting
- MST Model Adherent
- Blues- Group CBT Training
Trainings:
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace, EVOLV, PROMIS, Connections
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Technical Skills:
Languages:
Timeline
Intern Therapist, School-Based Mental Health
The New York Foundling
09.2025 - 05.2026
Bilingual Family Resource Case Worker, MST-PRV
The New York Foundling
09.2021 - Current
Intern Advocacy and Tutor
ECDO INC
01.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Sociology - Black Studies
The City College of New York
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
Hunter College