Samantha Gorski
Springville
Summary
Currently working towards a Masters in Social Work, I have developed strong interpersonal skills in collaborative and fast-paced environments. I am a motivated learner, and have experience working with complex mental and behavioral health, adults and children with disabilities, and advocacy for those experiencing poverty.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Rural Outreach Center
08.2024 - Current
- Meet with individual clients experiencing mental or emotional health concerns
- Gained hands-on experience serving communities experiencing poverty
- Worked with clinical team to discuss high-risk cases
- Document progress notes and develop treatment plans
- Properly document discharge paperwork
- Facilitate group therapy for children
- Discuss intervention plans with supervision
Intern
Buffalo Psychiatric Center - Zoar Valley Clinic
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Provide clients with a nonjudgmental environment, utilizing active listening skills
- Record progress notes after sessions with clients
- Review treatment plans
- Discuss client history, treatment, psychiatric medication, and social worker values with my supervisor/field educator
- Adopted a receptive learning stance
Mental Health Camp Counselor and Lifeguard
Cradle Beach camp
06.2021 - Current
- Provided quality recreational activities for children with various disabilities
- Intervened during escalating situations involving crisis management
- Met with children 1:1 to provide emotional support
- Supervised and ensured safety and skill achievement in the pool
- Worked with other counselors/lifeguards to provide children from differing backgrounds with an enjoyable experience
- Assisted with event planning
Direct Support Provider
People Inc.
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Spend quality time with people with various disabilities and form strong connections with those who live inside our group home
- Meal prep and basic hygiene facilitated every day, as well as housekeeping tasks (laundry, dishes, etc)
- Worked with other DSP staff and supervisors to provide an enjoyable and comfortable living experience
- Certified with CPR, first aid, and trauma-informed care
Education
MASTERs OF SOCIAL WORK -
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05.2025
Bachelors of Liberal Arts - Psychology And Intercultural Studies
Houghton University
12.2022
High School Diploma -
Springville-Griffith Institute
06.2019
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Communication with coworkers and other team members
- Respect for diversity and inclusion
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Background in theoretical and evidence-based practices
- Natural desire to continue learning and growing in professional fields
Timeline
Intern
Rural Outreach Center
08.2024 - Current
Intern
Buffalo Psychiatric Center - Zoar Valley Clinic
09.2023 - 05.2024
Direct Support Provider
People Inc.
08.2022 - 07.2023
Mental Health Camp Counselor and Lifeguard
Cradle Beach camp
06.2021 - Current
MASTERs OF SOCIAL WORK -
University At Buffalo
Bachelors of Liberal Arts - Psychology And Intercultural Studies
Houghton University
High School Diploma -
Springville-Griffith Institute
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