Seth Shavers
Hyde Park,MA
Summary
Knowledgeable School Social Worker focused on helping students excel in academic and social situations by working with teachers, families and outside resources to build powerful support network. Skilled School Social Worker versed in and counseling students. Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills. 5-year education background. Goal-driven Social Worker successful at cultivating productive relationships with students, families and teachers alike. Passionate about providing needed assistance to build social and academic skills. Decisive and proactive leader.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Social Worker
Mather School
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Co-facilitated Student Success Team (SST) guidance implementation tools and support to actively assess SST practices
- Collaborate with school leadership to establish sustainable structures, and partnerships and ensure that the voices of students and families are elevated on the Cultural Leadership Team
- Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
METCO-Social Work Intern
Lincoln-Eliot School
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Special Education consultation and collaboration including child study meetings
- Collaborating and consulting with classroom teachers, administrators, families, and outside providers to support students’ wellbeing in school
- Provide individual, group, or classroom counseling sessions in school with a diverse population of over 300 students
- Facilitate Efficacy groups for students within the METCO program and students of color
- Consistently provide pro-social emotional lessons within the classroom
- Individual clinical support for students struggling with behavioral difficulties
- Supported with creating project marketing materials to promote services.
Social Work Intern
Boston Collegiate Charter School
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Facilitated individual/group therapy sessions, fostering supportive environments for open communication and personal growth.
- Engage in school-based professional development activities directed toward improved teacher practice, student achievement
- Plan and facilitated Boys of Color Group to help students understand power and privilege
- Provided individual and group counseling, crisis intervention and outreach placement
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
Paraprofessional
Driscoll School
05.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided academic instruction to students within SPED in a variety of individual and group settings
- Collaborated with teachers and administration to provide strategies to maximize learning and development of social skills
- Provided clinical community violence conflict resolution and classroom efficacy for students of color
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Teaching Assistant
Ivy Street School
03.2014 - 05.2017
- Provide individualized physical and socio-emotional counseling support to 25 students
- Create and maintain student support plan documentations for teachers, doctors, therapists, and other outside supporters for each student using relevant software
- Participate in regular staff meetings, training, and student progress reviews throughout school year
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
Mental Health Associate
Arbour Hospital Jamaica Plain
02.2014 - 05.2017
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during therapy sessions.
- Assessed patient needs upon admission, gathering data from various sources to inform appropriate intervention strategies.
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans, addressing specific needs and goals for recovery.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Worker
Boston University School of Social Work
Boston, MA01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston06.2016
Skills
- Community Resources
- Suicide Prevention
- Community Referrals
- Documentation and Reporting
- Critical Thinking
- Safety Care Certified
- Emotional Support
- Individual Counseling
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Solution-based interventions
- Family Support
Miscellaneous
2010-2013, Men’s Tennis Team, University of Massachusetts Boston, Boston, MA
Graduate Courses
- 2018, Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, MA, HB 720 Human Behavior, 3
- 2018, Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, MA, WP 700 Welfare Policy, 3
- 2019, Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, MA, WP 701 Welfare Policy II, 3
- 2019, Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, MA, SR 743 Social Work Research, 3
- 2020, Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, MA, SR 743 Social Work Research II, 3
- 2020, Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, MA, CP 771 Clinical Practice with Individuals, 2
- 2020, Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, MA, CP 772 Clinical Practice with Families, 3
- 2020, Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, MA, CP 772 Clinical Practice with Groups, 3
Volunteer Experience
- 2006-2014, Tenacity, Boston, MA, Summer Counselor and Tennis Coordinator, Taught inner-city youth ages 6-17 tennis, Helped to increase youth reading proficiency and critical thinking skills in structured workshops, Tutored students after school on reading and school homework, Ran and organized tennis stations to help students increase athletic skills and ability
- 2010-Present, Boston Church of Christ Annual Teen Camp, Casco, ME, Camp Counselor, Community Outreach through service projects, Mentoring youth in developing leadership skills
- 2012-Present, Boston Church of Christ, Boston, MA, Youth Pastor, Facilitate small group bible discussion with youth and family, Community Outreach through service projects, Mentoring youth in developing leadership skills, Coordinate and helps organize events for youth in Boston community
Training
- 2017, METCO Directors Association Annual conference
- 2020, RTSC Webinar: Supporting Children with Autism during School Closure (Attended)
- 2020, Webinar SEL & Mental Health Supports During COVID-19 (Attended)
- 2020, Using ACT at Home (Attended)
- 2020, Signs of Suicide Training
- 2020, Telehealth Certification
- 2020, TF-CBT CERTIFIED
Certification
- LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education: Professional Licensure Adjustment Counselor/ School Social Worker K-12
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education: School Guidance Counselor K-5 Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Timeline
METCO-Social Work Intern
Lincoln-Eliot School
09.2021 - 06.2022
School Social Worker
Mather School
08.2021 - Current
Social Work Intern
Boston Collegiate Charter School
09.2019 - 06.2020
Paraprofessional
Driscoll School
05.2017 - 06.2019
Teaching Assistant
Ivy Street School
03.2014 - 05.2017
Mental Health Associate
Arbour Hospital Jamaica Plain
02.2014 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Social Worker
Boston University School of Social Work
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Massachusetts Boston
- LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education: Professional Licensure Adjustment Counselor/ School Social Worker K-12
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education: School Guidance Counselor K-5 Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
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