Niesha Brutus
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Seasoned Social Worker specializing in situational assessments, conflict resolution and effective communication. Services clients to promote optimum mental, emotional and behavioral health in collaboration with other members of health care team. Demonstrates psycho-social assessment, treatment planning and advocacy skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
NYC Department of Education
Brooklyn, NY
03.2023 - Current
- • Utilizing positive behavior support to reinforce behavior
- Function as a member of the child treatment team
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
CLIENT COORDINATOR
YAI – HEALTH CARE
01.2017 - Current
- Provide crisis counseling for clients with mental disabilities in both individual and group setting
- Assess clients needs and develop individualized plans to address them
- Advocate for equal employment opportunities, accessible housing, and appropriate mental health treatment for clients
- Empower clients to overcome challenges and achieve their goals
- Collaborate with community resources to ensure client receives the necessary support and services
- Conduct regular assessments and monitoring progress to identify any barriers or gaps in the support system and make appropriate referrals.
SOCIAL WORK INTERN
LIBERTY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
Brooklyn, NY
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Provide support services to high school students that align with their social and emotional needs
- Assist with improving high school graduation rates by providing academic support to students
- Facilitated college readiness seminars, support groups, and mentorship
- Reported all accidents to the Supervisor and completed reports
- Assume equal share of the regular housekeeping
- Establish a relationship with each child and know his or her present level of understanding.
Education
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK -
YESHIVA UNIVERSITY
12.2023
BACHELORS OF SOCIAL WORK -
MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE
01.2021
Skills
- Organization
- Advocacy
- Empathy
- Active listening
Treatment planning
- Data Collection and Management
Timeline
Paraprofessional
NYC Department of Education
03.2023 - Current
SOCIAL WORK INTERN
LIBERTY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
01.2019 - 08.2019
CLIENT COORDINATOR
YAI – HEALTH CARE
01.2017 - Current
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK -
YESHIVA UNIVERSITY
BACHELORS OF SOCIAL WORK -
MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE
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