Regine Ndanga
Kenmore,NY
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated professional with a Master's degree in Social Work, seeking admission to pursue a Doctoral Program in Social Work Fueled by a passion for social justice and a commitment to advancing the field, I bring a strong foundation in evidence-based practice, research, and community engagement. Eager to contribute to the rich academic environment at NYU and engage in impactful research that addresses pressing social issues
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental health therapist
welldone therapeutic service
09.2023 - Current
- Deliver individual therapy sessions to clients, employing evidence-based approaches during the sessions.
NYS Graduate public health fellow
partnership for public good
11.2022 - Current
- Co-led the Language Access Working Group, collaborating with fellow professionals to enhance language accessibility for underrepresented populations in public health programs and services
- Co-led the Office of New American's plank and actively co-organized programs aimed at enhancing the leadership skills, business acumen, and organizational management capabilities of refugee and immigrant communities
- Conducted in-depth research to identify and evaluate the most effective language bank model for potential implementation in Erie County, with a primary goal of reducing language barriers and improving accessibility for all residents
- Co-organized and managed community events, including Senior Resources Events, Town Halls, and end-of-school-year celebrations tailored to the needs of refugee and immigrant communities, fostering community unity and providing essential resources
- Coordinated community members and facilitated the development of civic engagement skills, empowering individuals to advocate effectively for language access in Albany, NY
- Translated surveys and essential documents into Swahili, enabling better engagement and understanding among Swahili-speaking community members
- Collaborate as a co-supervisor for MSW interns, contributing to the recruitment of summer interns
- Coordinate efforts to establish and mobilize coalitions aimed at addressing issues pertinent to refugees and immigrants in the context of summer hiring
- Collaborated with various organizations to provide advocacy and co-plan community events, fostering partnerships that enriched the lives of community members and advanced the goals of the organization.
Research Assistant
UB School of social work
11.2020 - Current
- Scheduled appointments for participants and collaborating with research team
- Editing and translating English and Kiswahili
- Analysis data using Atlas.ti to code transcripts and writing manuscripts.
Primary therapist
Gavia LifeCare Center
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Conducted Biopsychosocial assessment and determined the client's needs
- Developed treatment plans and implemented necessary interventions
- Completed referrals based on the client’s needs and coordinating with other professionals
- Collaborates with internal and external professionals and completes necessary documentation
- Monitored clients progress and collaborated with family members to provide effective services to the client
- Provided educating family and the client both in English and Kiswahili regarding the treatment or diagnosis.
Primary therapist
Rochester Regional Health
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Conducted Biopsychosocial assessment and determined the client's needs
- Developed treatment plans and implemented necessary interventions
- Completed referrals based on the client’s needs and coordinating with other professionals
- Collaborates with internal and external professionals and completes necessary documentation
- Monitored clients progress and collaborated with family members to provide effective services to the client.
MSW intern
rahama
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided case management services to survivors of domestic violence
- Provided interpreting services, as well as empowering clients to navigate community resources such as housing, public transportation, and food
- Facilitated women group utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Theory techniques, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing and created educational materials for the women
- Collaborated with other organizations and participated in a language access working group to support New Erie County language access law by collecting stories, creating social media posts, and engaging community leaders
- Collaborated with the colleague in conducting research on best policies such as confidentiality, promoting employee's self-care, and transitional housing that should be implemented at the organizational
- Coordinated community awareness in refugees' community about domestic violence and developed presentation
- Coordinated professional education such as motivational interviewing and mindfulness for the Employees.
BSW intern
best self behavioral health (pros)
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Facilitated three groups with a minimum of 12 clients
- Provided case management services, navigate resources, provided individual counseling, assessment, and symptom monitoring
- Participated in DBT supervision and training.
rehabilitation specialist
Envisional Wellness WNy
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Provided psychosocial and psychiatric rehabilitation services that helped clients with severe mental health, substance use, emotional disorders, and adjust to their social environment
- Observed clients' progress, helped them accomplish their social integration goals, developed treatment plan, and facilitated groups.
Education
Masters of Social worker -
SUNY University at BUFFALO
BUFFALO, NY05.2021
bachelor of Social worker in social work -
SUNY buffalo state university
BUFFALO, NY05.2019
Skills
- Community engagement
- Recruitment and hiring
- Policy advocacy
- Event planning
- Leadership
- Fluent Swahili & Kibembe
- Research and analysis
- Coordinating
- Organization
- Collaboration
- Therapeutic and counseling
- Strategic problem solving
- Community outreach
- Fundraising
- Group Counseling
Certifications Awards
- Licensed Master of Social Worker – ASWB board (09/01/22)
- Business Expertise Administration & Management -University of Miami (08/01/23)
- NYS Public Health Essentials- Cornell University (04/01/23)
- Narcan Training – Erie cunty Department of Health (2023)
- Angel McKnight-Miller Memorial Award- University at Buffalo (04/01/21)
Volunteer Experience
Director of Development, Christ is the Answer friends Church, Coordinate drives for items like tables, school supplies, and winter attire to offer assistance.
Conducted research to determine the optimal approach for establishing a food pantry and vocational programs.
Collaborate with community organizations to deliver services to underrepresented communities.
Actively participate in committee meetings, including those related to the World Ministry.
Timeline
Mental health therapist
welldone therapeutic service
09.2023 - Current
NYS Graduate public health fellow
partnership for public good
11.2022 - Current
Primary therapist
Gavia LifeCare Center
03.2022 - 06.2022
Primary therapist
Rochester Regional Health
06.2021 - 03.2022
Research Assistant
UB School of social work
11.2020 - Current
MSW intern
rahama
09.2020 - 05.2021
BSW intern
best self behavioral health (pros)
08.2019 - 05.2020
rehabilitation specialist
Envisional Wellness WNy
05.2019 - 05.2020
Masters of Social worker -
SUNY University at BUFFALO
bachelor of Social worker in social work -
SUNY buffalo state university
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