Sarah Nicolle Chodnicki
Summary
Dedicated and empathic professional with a robust background in counseling and legal support, notably at YWCA Union County. Excelling in counseling, case management and confidential documentation, complemented by a friendly personality and fluency in Spanish and English. Proven track record in advocacy, enhancing client service and support, leveraging community resources for impactful outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant
Seton Hall University
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Served as a liaison between faculty members and students for addressing concerns or issues related to coursework or academic policies.
- Developed and managed organized, orderly student databases and tracking systems.
- Streamlined administrative processes, enabling more efficient handling of student inquiries and concerns.
Crisis Counseling Intern
Union County Family Justice Center
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Managed high-stress situations with a calm demeanor, providing the necessary support to both clients and team members during challenging times.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Prevented further escalation of crises by effectively deescalating intense situations through skilled verbal interventions.
Legal Intake Worker
Union County Family Justice Center
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Coordinated advocacy services with other services internally, at hospital and in community.
- Answered phone calls and provided new clients with required paperwork to initiate service.
- Consulted and advised on methods for screening and intervening in domestic violence situations.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Assisted individuals in navigating processes and procedures to resolve issues, understand rights and express views.
Counseling Intern
YWCA Union County
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Maintained high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and company regulations.
- Counseled clients to help understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
Peer Advisor
Seton Hall University
06.2020 - 05.2023
- Presented and drafted various scheduling options for students to help allocate time for classes, extra work and free time.
- Counseled students individually to assist in overcoming obstacles, make proper choices to stay focused and adjust to college life.
- Pointed students to relevant information about academic and personal support services available on campus.
Case Management Intern
YWCA
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided comprehensive services including assessment, goal setting, and service plans.
- Developed safety plans to meet victims' assessment of need.
- Established treatment plans with short- and long-term goals.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
Head Cashier
Party City
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
- Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales
- Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Master in Social Work
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ05.2023
High School Diploma -
Holmdel High School
Holmdel, NJ06.2019
Skills
- Fluency in Spanish and English
- Microsoft Office
- Case Management
- New Jersey Public Notary
- CPR certified
- Public Speaking
- Friendly personality
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Court Processes
- Community Resource Information
- Event Planning
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
Seton Hall University
08.2024 - 05.2025
Crisis Counseling Intern
Union County Family Justice Center
08.2024 - 05.2025
Counseling Intern
YWCA Union County
01.2024 - 05.2024
Legal Intake Worker
Union County Family Justice Center
04.2023 - 07.2024
Case Management Intern
YWCA
01.2021 - 05.2022
Peer Advisor
Seton Hall University
06.2020 - 05.2023
Head Cashier
Party City
05.2018 - 03.2020
Master of Arts - Master in Social Work
Seton Hall University
Bachelor of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Seton Hall University
High School Diploma -
Holmdel High School
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