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Patricia Blanco

Danbury,CT

Summary

Compassionate social worker with extensive experience supporting marginalized communities and families in crisis. Proficient in client assessment, resource advocacy, and community engagement. Demonstrated success in case management and creating tailored intervention strategies. Dedicated to improving client well-being through effective support and conflict resolution.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Case Coordinator & MSW Intern

Neighbors Link
Mount Kisco, NY
07.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated relocation of migrant families from NYC shelters to permanent housing in Westchester County.
  • Managed caseload of 25-30 families, ensuring thorough documentation and follow-up.
  • Supported clients in crisis and assisted with access to diverse services such as legal and health insurance.
  • Assisted with the development of the Migrant Relocation Assistance Program implemented by the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance in NYS; the first housing assistance initiative at Neighbors Link.
  • Provided coverage for Program Manager when necessary to ensure continuity of services.
  • Maintained weekly contact with families on caseload, offering ongoing support.
  • Connected clients to community resources to enhance integration into their new communities.

MSW Summer Intern

Neighbors Link Parents as Teachers (PAT)
Mount Kisco, NY
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Shadowed Parent Educator during home visits for children aged zero to three.
  • Engaged families in play and communication to promote health and well-being.
  • Facilitated school readiness while identifying early developmental delays.
  • Assisted four families on the Parent Educator caseload, and conducted child observations during the Adelante Juntos program and home visits.
  • Participated in weekly supervision with Family Center Director to review cases.
  • Completed process recordings documenting case discussions and outcomes.

Case Manager & Immigration Program Assistant

Catholic Charities of Fairfield County
Norwalk, CT
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Provide administrative support, and work with individuals and families to access relevant services and resources within their communities.
  • Assist with outreach, scheduling, and completing intakes to determine eligibility for services from the SNAP Program, the Community Advocacy Program, and the Immigration Program at CCFC.
  • Complete the required documentation and outcome measurements, and submit the program report in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Collaborate with the supervisor to provide input on program strengths and challenges.
  • Travel to various locations in Fairfield County, including food pantries and homeless shelters, to provide information and assistance to individuals.
  • Establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external entities.

BSW Senior Intern

Western Connecticut State University, Office of Diversity and Equity
Danbury, CT
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Provide resources for WCSU community on racial trauma and healing
  • Create campaigns and advertisement such as the 'Gender Pronoun Initiative' for webpage
  • Addressing discrimination and harassment complaints on campus
  • Engaged in community outreach for events and resources related to the Office of Diversity and Equity mission statement

Treatment Support Worker & BSW Senior Intern

Extended Day Treatment Program, Family and Children's Aid
Danbury , CT
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Facilitated and co-facilitated psychoeducational groups for children aged five to 15.
  • Managed client behaviors, assisting in coping skills and de-escalation techniques.
  • Completed daily progress notes to track client developments.
  • Supported clients in achieving treatment goals through a strengths-based approach.
  • Addressed emotional needs of clients with encouragement and support.
  • Responded to inquiries regarding EDT Program policies and procedures.
  • Organized intervention and community resource binders for program efficiency.

Education

Master's Degree - Clinical Social Work- Advanced Standing Program

University of Houston
Houston, TX
05-2025

Bachelor's Degree - Social Work, Minor in Psychology

Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT
05.2022

Skills

  • Case management and resource coordination
  • Microsoft and Google proficiency
  • Organizational skills
  • Client advocacy
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Efficiency under pressure
  • Multicultural competence
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Multitasking ability

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • LMSW CT - in progress

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

MSW Summer Intern

Neighbors Link Parents as Teachers (PAT)
06.2024 - 08.2024

Case Coordinator & MSW Intern

Neighbors Link
07.2023 - Current

BSW Senior Intern

Western Connecticut State University, Office of Diversity and Equity
09.2022 - 12.2022

Case Manager & Immigration Program Assistant

Catholic Charities of Fairfield County
07.2022 - 07.2023

Treatment Support Worker & BSW Senior Intern

Extended Day Treatment Program, Family and Children's Aid
06.2021 - 07.2022

Master's Degree - Clinical Social Work- Advanced Standing Program

University of Houston

Bachelor's Degree - Social Work, Minor in Psychology

Western Connecticut State University

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