SHAYNE GARNES
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Master’s-level Social Worker with experience providing preventive, crisis-intervention, and case management services to children and families across community, healthcare, and educational settings. Skilled in safety and risk assessment, treatment planning, court participation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Strong documentation skills with experience using multiple clinical and case-management systems.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Brooklyn Community Services
Brooklyn, NY
04.2025 - Current
- Provide in-home, virtual, and community-based preventive and supportive services to a caseload of 12 families
- Conduct safety and risk assessments related to child welfare, health, and family functioning
- Develop and implement individualized safety plans and intervention strategies
- Participate in family court hearings, family team conferences, and multidisciplinary meetings
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including progress notes, using CNNX, PROMIS, and Apricot systems
Behavioral Health Specialist Intern
VNS Health
Brooklyn, NY
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed a caseload of 1–2 families, providing weekly acute crisis intervention and in-home support
- Conducted intake assessments and contributed to treatment planning and goal development
- Provided supportive counseling and referrals to community-based social services
- Completed comprehensive documentation and progress notes using the Foothold system
Interim Program Manager
CAMBA
Brooklyn, NY
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Oversaw program operations and supported clients experiencing mental health challenges, homelessness, and substance use disorders
- Supervised, trained, and mentored new staff to promote quality service delivery and a positive work environment
- Prepared and presented monthly program reports detailing outcomes and progress to leadership and stakeholders
Case Manager
CAMBA
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted client assessments and developed individualized service plans
- Coordinated care and connected clients to appropriate community and social service resources
- Monitored client progress and ensured timely completion of documentation and reports
Social Work Intern
Challenge Preparatory Charter School
Far Rockaway, NY
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Conducted psychosocial assessments and developed SMART goals for at-risk students
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student behavioral and academic outcomes
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Advocates for Services for the Blind and Multi-Handicapped
Brooklyn, NY
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Supported individuals with developmental, physical, and mental disabilities in activities of daily living
- Implemented behavioral management plans to promote independence and community integration
- Administered daily medications in compliance with care plans
Office Administrator
Oasis Day Camp
New York, NY
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Managed administrative operations including data entry, attendance tracking, and supply ordering
- Coordinated transportation logistics and supported daily program operations
- Communicated with parents, staff, and leadership to ensure smooth program execution
Peer Mentor
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
New Paltz, NY
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Provided academic, emotional, and social support to first-year college students
- Conducted regular mentoring sessions to support student retention and engagement
- Collaborated with fellow mentors to identify challenges and develop solutions
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) - undefined
Hunter College
New York, NY06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
State University of New York at New Paltz
New Paltz, NY12.2019
Skills
- Case Management & Care Coordination
- Safety & Risk Assessments
- Crisis Intervention
- Treatment Planning & Documentation
- Family Court Participation
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Microsoft Office Suite
- American Sign Language (ASL)
Timeline
Social Worker
Brooklyn Community Services
04.2025 - Current
Behavioral Health Specialist Intern
VNS Health
08.2023 - 05.2024
Interim Program Manager
CAMBA
04.2023 - 07.2023
Case Manager
CAMBA
05.2022 - 07.2023
Social Work Intern
Challenge Preparatory Charter School
10.2020 - 06.2021
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Advocates for Services for the Blind and Multi-Handicapped
12.2019 - 12.2020
Office Administrator
Oasis Day Camp
06.2019 - 08.2019
Peer Mentor
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
08.2016 - 12.2019
Master of Social Work (MSW) - undefined
Hunter College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
State University of New York at New Paltz