Samantha Brannigan LSW
Durand School
Barrington,NJ
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Dedicated School Social Worker with over six years of experience supporting students with developmental disabilities and their families. Expertise in building partnerships, coordinating support services, and fostering environments that promote academic, social, and emotional success. Committed to equity and empowerment, ensuring every student is recognized and supported.
Work History
School Social Worker
6 Years 2 Months- Participated in IEP, and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
- Collaborated with teachers, outside districts, parents and other outside agencies, to ensure effective communication.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Assisted parents in navigating the special education process, ensuring proper identification and provision of services for their children.
- Monitored students for signs of trauma, abuse and neglect.
- Complied with federal, state and local standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment, and reporting and documentation.
- Prepared comprehensive documentation of services provided following ethical guidelines while maintaining client confidentiality.
- Facilitated transition for students changing schools or entering post-secondary education, promoting academic and social success.
Behavior Technician
11 Months- Implemented behavior intervention plans to support individual client needs.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective strategies for behavioral improvement.
- Assisted in collecting and analyzing data on client progress and behaviors.
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
Behavior Specialist
2 Years- Implemented behavior intervention plans to support student development and improve classroom dynamics.
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Provided training and support to staff on positive behavior management techniques and crisis intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to create individualized strategies for students with behavioral challenges.
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical incidents, de-escalating situations and ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
Special Education Paraeducator
3 Years- Supported classroom management by facilitating engaging activities and promoting a positive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) for diverse learners.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Coordinated with related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for special education students, including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and school psychologists.
- Provided a safe and inclusive learning environment that accommodated diverse learning styles and abilities.
Family Support Coordinator
11 Months- Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Assisted families in navigating complex social services systems by offering guidance on the application process, eligibility criteria, and available resources.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Connected families to relevant community resources such as mental health services or housing assistance programs as needed.
- Developed Individualized Support Plans and conducted monthly visits to the individuals on my caseload, to discuss their goals, etc.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Policy And Practice
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skills
Trauma Assessment
Crisis Management
Behavior Management
Case management
Community Outreach
Student advocacy
Resource linkage
Team collaboration
Multicultural competence
Time management
Conflict resolution
Family support
Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers
Certification
Licensed Social Worker
Certified School Social Worker
Devereux Safe & Positive Approaches Crisis Intervention Trainer
Ukeru Crisis Management Trainer
Timeline
School Social Worker
Durand School
06.2020 - CurrentRead More
Behavior Technician
Interactive Kids
09.2018 - 08.2019Read More
Family Support Coordinator
Partnership For Successful Living
03.2017 - 02.2018Read More
Behavior Specialist
Durand School
01.2017 - 01.2019Read More
Special Education Paraeducator
Durand School
01.2014 - 01.2017Read More
University of Pennsylvania
Master of Social Work from Social Policy And Practice
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Wesley College
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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