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Nicole V. Payne

Nicole V. Payne

Mount Vernon,NY

Summary

OBJECTIVE

As a recent social work graduate, I am willing to provide my skills and experience to improve the lives of individuals and families in need while promoting systemic change through advocacy and community engagement. Specifically, I plan to work with an organization that shares my values of social justice and equity opportunities for professional growth and development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Work Intern

Jewish Child Care Association, JCCA
Pleasantville, NY
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Conduct psychotherapy sessions for sexual abuse trauma adolescents
  • Complete Treatment plans with adolescents youth
  • Complete progress using Netsmart programming
  • Participate in weekly brief meetings with the assigned interdisciplinary team
  • Provide play tools from the CBT game book and other art therapy to include in weekly sessions

Child Protective Specialist

Children’s Services, ACS
Bronx, New York
04.2017 - 12.2022
  • Conduct home visits to investigate suspected cases of child abuse or neglect
  • Take part in school meetings and visits to discuss educational planning for the child or children
  • Coordinate with additional resources, services, and providers such as physicians, counselors, and therapists to obtain information
  • Refer clients and their family members to services that accommodate their well-being and provide support/assistance
  • Document clients’ information and progress notes into a computerized system called Connections
  • If necessary, file neglect petitions in the Bronx Family court
  • Document course reports for every court hearing
  • Remove a child or children from the home when necessary

Social Work Intern

Westchester Jewish Community Services
Mount Vernon, New York
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Conduct initial assessment and diagnosis for new clients
  • Complete Treatment plans and psychiatric referrals
  • Complete notes on progress using Netsmart programming
  • Ongoing elaboration with the interdisciplinary team

Visiting Counselor

Geel Community Services
New York, NY
06.2016 - 03.2017
  • Provided clients with case management services during weekly home visits
  • Conducted monthly pill counts to ensure client compliance with their medication regimen
  • Provided clients with appropriate care by collaborating with outside providers to obtain documentation
  • Conducted monthly fire drills and weekly carbon monoxide checks within the clients’ homes
  • Prepared and completed HRA application for transition as needed
  • Submitted weekly billable notes for clients’ progress using a computerized system called AWARDS

Residential Counselor

Comunilife
New York, New York
06.2014 - 06.2016
  • Conducted hourly rounds of the residence to ensure the safety of individuals with mental disabilities
  • Monitored and documented medications to a caseload of ten clients
  • Conducted fieldwork to assist clients with their needs
  • Directed client-centered care and conducted individualized intakes and assessments
  • Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions with clients
  • Documented progress notes as required in an organized manner
  • Conducted MARS monthly sheet, weekly community meetings, and fire drills
  • Facilitated a smooth discharge by helping clients to transition to permanent housing

Education

Master’s Degree - Social Work

Touro College Graduate School of Social Work
06.2023

Bachelor’s Degree of Arts - Psychology

The City College of New York
02.2014

Skills

  • Technical Skills:
  • Microsoft Office (Words, Excel, Power Point), SPSS-database
  • Neglect and Abuse Checks
  • Safety Evaluations
  • Family Improvement Plans
  • Cause Orders
  • Report Writing

Timeline

Social Work Intern

Jewish Child Care Association, JCCA
09.2022 - 05.2023

Social Work Intern

Westchester Jewish Community Services
01.2022 - 08.2022

Child Protective Specialist

Children’s Services, ACS
04.2017 - 12.2022

Visiting Counselor

Geel Community Services
06.2016 - 03.2017

Residential Counselor

Comunilife
06.2014 - 06.2016

Master’s Degree - Social Work

Touro College Graduate School of Social Work

Bachelor’s Degree of Arts - Psychology

The City College of New York
Nicole V. Payne