NINA GONZALES
MSW Student
Denver,CO
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Skilled in crisis intervention and management techniques among many different populations. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations through active empathetic listening and trust. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds and promoting the dignity and worth of the individual.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Specialist Intern
Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners
01.2024 - Current
- Provided immediate crisis intervention services for callers experiencing emotional distress or calling on behalf of another person in crisis, and maintaining composure under pressure.
- Completed in depth suicide and substance use assessments, and assisted with collaborative safety planning with callers.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, prioritizing caller needs, using empathetic listening, motivational interviewing techniques, and effective therapeutic cognitive behavior and dialectal behavior therapy.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions, assessment results, and demographic information ensuring accurate documentation for future reference and follow ups.
- Demonstrated cultural humility and respect for diversity when working with clients from various backgrounds, promoting an inclusive and supportive environment.
Educational Assistant
Douglas County School District
08.2020 - Current
- Supported Affective and Severe Special Needs student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by positive behavior intervention strategies
- Reported on student IEP progress, behavior and social skills
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
- Assisted in carrying out safety plans and crisis/behavioral intervention in cooperation with mental health staff
Assistant Teacher
Specialized Education Services, Inc.
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Oversaw students with Severe Emotional Disabilities in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teachers
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development in a specialized setting
- Assessed and managed student behavior to maintain a climate of intensive instruction
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
- Crisis and behavioral interventions.
Writing Consultant and Tutor
Colorado State University
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Worked closely with Undergraduate and Graduate students to refine their writing through pedagogical techniques and the Hierarchy of Rhetorical Concerns.
Public Relations Coordinator
Alpha Phi Omega
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Distinguished Service Key Award
- Education of new members on policies and procedures of organization
- Coordinate and oversee recruitment events both on and off-campus
- Commitment to over 50 hours of community service each year.
Assistant Teacher
Schmitt Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Facilitated small groups and one-on-one tutoring for subjects throughout the day
- Performed staff monitoring duties such as overseeing recess, lunch, and daily student intake and dismissal.
Education
Masters of Social Work -
Arizona State University - Online
08.2023 - 2025.05
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - Political Science: Global Policy And Politics
Colorado State University
Colorado, CO 08.2015 - 2019.05
Skills
Classroom managementundefined
Awards
Douglas County School District Apple Award Winner for Classified Staff at Cresthill Middle School 23-24 SY
Timeline
Crisis Specialist Intern
Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners
01.2024 - Current
Masters of Social Work -
Arizona State University - Online
08.2023 - 2025.05
Educational Assistant
Douglas County School District
08.2020 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Specialized Education Services, Inc.
08.2020 - 08.2021
Writing Consultant and Tutor
Colorado State University
08.2018 - 05.2019
Public Relations Coordinator
Alpha Phi Omega
05.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Liberal Arts - Political Science: Global Policy And Politics
Colorado State University
08.2015 - 2019.05
Assistant Teacher
Schmitt Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2015
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