Nicole Shalaba LMSW

Licensed social worker dedicated to assisting diverse populations through a blend of clinical expertise and macro-level advocacy. Skilled in collaboration, conflict resolution, and client centered support to help individuals and communities navigate complex challenges. Driven by a deep commitment to addressing systemic issues, promoting equity, and creating sustainable change through both direct service and broader policy or community-based initiatives.

• NY LMSW
• NJ LMSW
• CANS Certified

Case Manager at Saint Dominic's Family Services. March 2024-Current: 

• Supporting children (ages 0-21) with mental health challenges, developmental disabilities, and medical complexities.
• Providing emotional assistance to youth and families, ensuring considerate and meaningful support.
• Advocating for children and connecting families to community resources.
• Collaborating with other professionals to develop goals prioritizing children's needs.
• Conducting assessments, creating personalized care plans, and preparing discharge objectives to ensure ongoing support.

Respite Worker at Saint Dominic's Family Services. July 2023-March 2024: 

• Provided short-term assistance to children with mental, developmental, and medical disabilities.
• Supervised children ranging in age, background, and diagnosis by engaging them in activities supporting their interests and abilities.
• Offered services by implementing interventions supporting the optimal functioning of the youth.

Macro and Clinical Social Work Intern at VCS Inc. 2022-2023: 

• Assisted in providing individual and group therapeutic services to adults and older adults.
• Participated in community outreach, networking, fundraising, and policy/grant writing.

Volunteer at Bardonia Elementary School / Psychology Fieldwork Placement. 2021: 

• Shadowed the student service counselor providing crisis intervention to children from kindergarten-fifth grade.
• Acted as an advocate for children needing community resource assistance, learning accommodations, etc. Worked with faculty members and attended meetings where representation for youth was required.
• Participated in individual activity and group work assisting students with their academic journey and emotional well-being.

Art Therapy Club Member at St. Thomas Aquinas College. 2018-2022: 

• Used art as a therapeutic tactic to benefit mental health.
• Hosted numerous on campus events to raise money for local mental health facilities.