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RANA FARAJ

BROOKLYN,NY

Summary

Passionate and results-oriented professional with a profound commitment to the holistic well-being and development of all. Bringing a robust background in at-risk counseling, crisis interventions, and the creation of safe, nurturing environments. A dedicated advocate for fostering positive relationships, promoting mental health, and collaborating seamlessly.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Social Worker

Department Of Education
09.2021 - Current
  • Support students, teachers and families during crisis situations by providing individual and group counseling.
  • Collaborate with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies for referrals and supports.
  • Work with staff to implement behavioral improvement plans based on established assessments and crisis.
  • Conduct assessments and provide counseling to all at-risk students and provide referrals when appropriate.
  • Address educational and school-wide intervention programs that strive to benefit students academically, emotionally, and socially.
  • Attend IEP meetings, professional developments, cabinet meetings, PTA/SLT meetings and school safety meetings, to develop additional support for school staff, students, families, and community.

Medical Social Worker

Hamilton Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
08.2019 - 07.2021

• Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.

• Build positive relationships between staff, residents, and families.

• Developed treatment plans and strategies with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plans and follow up.

• Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes.

• Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance, and other community resources for safe discharge planning.

• Developed partnerships with community for vulnerable population.

Dental Assistant

Fort Hamilton Dental
12.2017 - 03.2020

• Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.

• Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.

• Documented patient records into computer system, adhering to strict HIPPA laws.


Education

Master of Science - Social Work

CUNY College of Staten Island
New York, NY
06.2021

Bachelor of Science -

CUNY College of Staten Island
New York, NY
06.2020

Skills

  • Advocacy and Support
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Problem-Solving/Solution Focused
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Multidisciplinary Team Collaborator

Certification

  • LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker
  • Provisional School Social Worker Certification

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Full Professional

Timeline

School Social Worker

Department Of Education
09.2021 - Current

Medical Social Worker

Hamilton Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
08.2019 - 07.2021

Dental Assistant

Fort Hamilton Dental
12.2017 - 03.2020

Master of Science - Social Work

CUNY College of Staten Island

Bachelor of Science -

CUNY College of Staten Island
  • LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker
  • Provisional School Social Worker Certification
RANA FARAJ