POOJA PHILIP LSW
Dumont,NJ
Summary
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with experience providing mental health support, behavioral interventions, and case management in community-based and residential settings. Strong background in client assessment, treatment planning, and crisis management. Committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while promoting recovery, stability, and improved quality of life for individuals and families.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Clinician ( Full Time)
Hope and Healing Counseling Services
Clifton, NJ
03.2026 - Current
- Provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient setting using evidence-based approaches.
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans based on client needs and diagnoses.
- Utilize therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed care.
- Deliver in-home and community-based services (IIC) to support behavioral and emotional functioning in natural environments.
- Implement interventions targeting emotional regulation, coping skills, anger management, and social skills development.
- Engage parents/caregivers through psychoeducation, coaching, and collaborative treatment planning.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation including intake assessments, DAP notes, treatment plans, and progress reports.
- Monitor client progress and adjust interventions to support treatment goals and outcomes.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, schools, and other providers to ensure coordinated care.
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards, confidentiality (HIPAA), and agency policies.
Intensive In-community (IIC)Therapist (Part Time)
Mercedes And Family LLC
Bergen County
03.2026 - Current
- Provide in-home and community-based therapeutic services to children and adolescents with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges.
- Deliver individualized, strength-based interventions to address issues such as emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, social skills deficits, and family conflict.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop person-centered treatment plans in collaboration with caregivers and treatment teams.
- Utilize evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, behavioral modification techniques, and trauma-informed care.
- Support clients in natural environments (home, school, community) to improve functioning and generalize learned skill
PATIENT ACCESS INTAKE SPECIALIST ( Per Diem)
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Paramus, NJ
08.2021 - Current
- Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records
- Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff
- Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
- Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
SERV Behavioral Health System
Clifton, NJ
02.2021 - 03.2026
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update
- Participants on program details and milestones
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution
- Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate
- Program operations.
- Tracked and reported expenses accurately to manage program budgets.
Senior Therapist- Crisis Unit
Jersey City Medical Center
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Evaluate client needs to develop and customize treatment plans.
- Provide individual, family, or group therapy sessions to address mental, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Provide immediate support during crises and emergencies.
- Work with other professionals to create comprehensive care plans and facilitate access to other necessary services.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including case notes, histories, and progress reports.
Behavioral Therapist
Success on Spectrum Autism Center
Wayne, NJ
04.2020 - 11.2021
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully
- Mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene
- Management.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors.
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
DISTRICT FAMILY COUNSELOR SUPERVISOR
State of Kerala
India
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Completed periodic statistical reports based on comprehensive patient data
- Submitting to headquarters for further analysis
- Provided clinical supervision to licensed professional counselors and those seeking
- Licensure, increasing public trust and expanding client base
- Completed staff performance evaluations, recommending improvements and
- Recognizing success through reward systems and feedback
- Developed and maintained relationships with parents and community agencies
- Supporting targeted and holistic counseling services through interdisciplinary
- Partnerships.
FAMILY COUNSELOR
Sasthra
India
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in
- Accordance with licensing standards
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish
- Professional relationships with clients
- Delivered counseling services to families and couples dealing with familial issues.
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish
- Professional relationships with clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
All Saint's College
India- Academics Evaluated By WES USAMaster Of Social Work - Medical And Psychiatric Social Work
St Joseph College
India-Academics Evaluated By WES USASkills
- Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis (DSM-5)
- Treatment Planning & Goal Development
- Individual, Family & Child Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Play Therapy & Child-Centered Interventions
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Behavioral Therapy & IIC Interventions
- Emotional Regulation & Coping Skills Training
- Anger Management Interventions
- Parent Coaching & Psychoeducation
- Case Management & Care Coordination
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Risk Assessment & Safety Planning
- Documentation (DAP Notes, Intake, Treatment Plans)
- HIPAA Compliance & Ethical Practice
- Cultural Competency & Client-Centered Care
- Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Certification
LSW- Licensed Social Worker
Timeline
Mental Health Clinician ( Full Time)
Hope and Healing Counseling Services
03.2026 - Current
Intensive In-community (IIC)Therapist (Part Time)
Mercedes And Family LLC
03.2026 - Current
Senior Therapist- Crisis Unit
Jersey City Medical Center
01.2023 - 06.2023
PATIENT ACCESS INTAKE SPECIALIST ( Per Diem)
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
SERV Behavioral Health System
02.2021 - 03.2026
Behavioral Therapist
Success on Spectrum Autism Center
04.2020 - 11.2021
DISTRICT FAMILY COUNSELOR SUPERVISOR
State of Kerala
07.2018 - 10.2019
FAMILY COUNSELOR
Sasthra
06.2018 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
All Saint's College
Master Of Social Work - Medical And Psychiatric Social Work
St Joseph College