Sandra Campbell
Ocala,FL
Summary
Adept at fostering student well-being and academic success, my tenure at MCPS honed my skills in emotional support and multidisciplinary team collaboration. I excelled in implementing evidence-based interventions, reducing recidivism by tailoring services to individual needs, and connecting families with vital resources, demonstrating significant improvement in school climate and student outcomes.
Professional with strong background in school social work, ensuring students' well-being and fostering academic success. Skilled in crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, and creating supportive environments. Collaborative team player focused on achieving positive outcomes, adapting to changing needs and challenges. Known for effective communication, empathy, and strong problem-solving abilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified School Social Worker
MCPS
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Implemented evidence-based programs aimed at improving school climate and promoting positive behavior among students.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
- Completed psychosocial histories of students under evaluation.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of students'' social-emotional functioning to inform interventions and service planning.
- Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Connected families with community resources to address needs such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
School Counselor
MCPS
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Empowered parents/guardians involvement in their children''s education via organizing educational workshops and providing resources on academic, career, and personal/social development.
Child Protective Investigator
DCF-Division of Child Protection & Permanency
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Interviewed children, members of families, medical personnel and law enforcement to gain valuable information for each case.
- Conducted in-depth assessments to determine if children were safe from harm and abuse at home.
- Documented all relevant information by filling out forms and completing case reports.
- Assessed each child's unique needs and coordinated delivery of appropriate services and resources.
- Devised and implemented safety plans for children suspected as victims of abuse or neglect.
- Remained objective in handling each case, especially when children and families were in high-stress situations.
- Developed culturally sensitive approaches when working with diverse populations in order to better understand family dynamics and values.
- Utilized strong interviewing skills to gather critical information from children, parents, educators, medical professionals, and law enforcement personnel.
Senior Social Caseworker
Westchester County DSS
06.2004 - 12.2021
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients struggling with similar issues, fostering a supportive environment conducive to healing and growth.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using data-driven methods and implemented improvements based on findings to enhance service delivery quality.
- Enhanced community resources for clients by establishing partnerships with local organizations.
- Strengthened relationships between the agency and community partners through regular networking events, improving collaboration opportunities.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, prioritizing cases based on urgency and need.
- Coordinated services for clients across multiple agencies, streamlining the process and reducing barriers to access.
- Reduced recidivism rates by implementing effective interventions tailored to individual client needs.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and ensure safe environments for children and families involved in cases.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for clients'' needs.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity during interactions.
- Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and provided appropriate referrals.
- Documented progress in treatment plans, educational, and recreational activities and maintained updated case records.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Fordham University
Bronx, NY02-2002
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Iona College
New Rochelle, NY06-1999
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY08-1996
Skills
- Emotional support
- Family support
- Student advocacy
- Verbal and written communication
- Social skills training
- Academic support
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Individual counseling
- IEP collaboration
- Documentation
- Socialization issues
- Special needs
Certification
Certified School Social Worker, DOE July 2022
Timeline
Certified School Social Worker
MCPS
08.2024 - Current
School Counselor
MCPS
07.2022 - 07.2024
Child Protective Investigator
DCF-Division of Child Protection & Permanency
06.2021 - 12.2021
Senior Social Caseworker
Westchester County DSS
06.2004 - 12.2021
Certified School Social Worker, DOE July 2022
Master of Science - Social Work
Fordham University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Iona College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Mercy College
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