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Reuben Kessler
Masters In Social Work Student
San Francisco,California
Summary
My goal is to help clients create permanent housing solutions by utilizing my diverse skillsets, community resources, and continuing education. I have four-plus years of hands-on experience in direct service, and I expect to confer my Master's in Social Work in May of 2024. I have a pending application for an Associate in Social Work number with the California BBS.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Master of Social Work Specialist Intern
Swords To Plowshares Safe Haven
01.2024 - Current
- Completing 480 hours specialist internship at the Safe Haven transitional housing program.
- Delivering evidence-based interventions tailored to the unique needs of each client individually and in groups.
- Practicing streghts based perspective, utilizing motivational interviewing, and harm prevention.
- Developing and leading weekly support groups and client outings.
- Documenting client progress and activities according to agency policies and procedures.
- Engaging in weekly clinical supervision
SSVF Program Coordinator
Sword To Plowshares
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted the program manager by screening new referrals internally, from VA , and other agencies.
- Collaborated with the VA HUD-VASH team, and San Francisco HSH.
- Maintained a caseload of 40-50 clients.
- Built relationships with staff, clients, landlords, and social workers.
- Maintained accurate documentation in Salseforce and Clarity databases, and files.
- Practiced social work skill such as motivational interviewing and using a strengths based practice
Masters in Social Work Generalist Intern
Sword To Plowshares Drop-In Center
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Completed 480 hours of part-time internship at Swords to Plowshares drop-in service center under clinical supervision.
- Co-facilitated veteran support groups: LGBTQ support group, and writing and conversation group
- Shadowed clinicians and gained an understanding of community-based clinical services.
- Attended city meetings regarding mental health and homelessness.
SSVF Mobile Case Manager
Sword to Plowshares
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted clients the housing search by matching them with permanent, or transitional housing through Rapid Rehousing, HUDVASH, and Section 8.
- Conducted inspections, move-ins, and rectifications.
- Built and maintained relationships with staff, clients, landlords, and social workers.
- Maintained accurate documentation in Salseforce and Clarity databases, and files.
- Practiced social work skill such as motivational interviewing and using a strengths based practice.
Emergency Housing Outreach Specialist
Sword to Plowshares
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Conducted mobile outreach services for 30-90 veterans at four hotels across San Francisco.
- Assisted clients by supporting their housing process, collaborating with case managers, and connecting clients to resources.
- Maintained accurate wellness check documentation and notes.
- Provided transportation and facilitated food distribution.
AmeriCorps Vista Intern
Feeding San Diego
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Administered the Summer Food Services Program (SFSP)
- Conducted mobile compliance inspections
- Collected and reported data regarding the viability of summer meal sites.
Case Management Intern
Feeding San Diego
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Advocated for 5-10 new clients per week in conjunction with the San Diego County Health & Human Services to be approved for Cal-Fresh (SNAP).
- Connected with a diverse set of clients by phone, email and at events.
- Developed rapport with clients and community.
Education
Master's in Social Work - Social Work
Louisiana State University And A&M College
OnlineBachelor of Arts - Political Science
San Diego State University
San Diego, CASkills
Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
Trauma Informed Care
Housing Plans
Client Screenings
Client Assessments
Motivational Interviewing
Crisis De-Escalation
Support groups
Research
Spreadsheets
Note-taking
Cultural humility
Software
Salesforce Database
Clarity One System
VA SQUARES System
SFDPH Avatar
Certification
Timeline
Master of Social Work Specialist Intern
Swords To Plowshares Safe Haven
01.2024 - Current
Masters in Social Work Generalist Intern
Sword To Plowshares Drop-In Center
08.2022 - 04.2023
SSVF Program Coordinator
Sword To Plowshares
06.2022 - 01.2024
SSVF Mobile Case Manager
Sword to Plowshares
04.2021 - 06.2022
Emergency Housing Outreach Specialist
Sword to Plowshares
07.2020 - 04.2021
AmeriCorps Vista Intern
Feeding San Diego
05.2019 - 08.2019
Case Management Intern
Feeding San Diego
02.2019 - 05.2019
Master's in Social Work - Social Work
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
San Diego State University