Shelby Drucker
Royal Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated educator and MSW intern supporting students in both academic and therapeutic settings. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Social Work while completing an internship at Reflections Creative Therapies, where I provide trauma-informed, play-based, and expressive arts interventions to children and adolescents. Known for building strong relationships, adapting interventions to individual needs, and promoting emotional and academic growth. Seeking to continue using creativity, empathy, and collaboration to support the holistic development of children and families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LCSW Student Intern
Sandy Pines Residential Treatment Center
Jupiter, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted psychosocial assessments and developed treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients experiencing acute symptoms or distress.
- Contributed to a supportive work environment through active participation in staff meetings, supervision sessions, and peer consultation groups.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed individualized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting positive peer support and mutual learning experiences.
- Documented client progress and therapeutic interventions in compliance with clinical standards and protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and enhance client support services.
- Facilitated weekly therapy sessions, applying evidence-based methodologies for effective outcomes.
MSW Intern
Reflections Creative Therapies
Boynton Beach, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Provide individual and group therapy services to children and adolescents using play therapy, sandtray, and expressive arts modalities.
- Support clinical treatment planning and progress documentation under LCSW supervision.
- Engage in intake assessments, and collaborative care with families and schools.
- Practice ethical decision-making, cultural humility, and trauma-informed care.
VE/ESE Teacher (3rd)
H.L. Johnson Elementary School
Royal Palm Beach, FL
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided specialized instruction to students with exceptionalities in resource and inclusion settings.
- Collaborated with general education teachers and support teams to develop and implement IEP goals.
- Applied behavior management strategies and accommodations tailored to individual learning and behavioral needs.
2nd Grade Teacher
Benoist Farms Elementary School
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Created and implemented engaging, differentiated lesson plans aligned with Florida State Standards to meet the diverse needs of learners.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
Behavior Interventionist (BI)/Registered Behavior Technician
Understanding Behavior, Inc
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Provided in-home ABA services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Facilitated various activities in different settings such as in-home or in social environments.
- Provided subsequent learning chances.
- Encouraged desired behavior and discouraged inappropriate behavior by using repetition and reinforcement.
Customer Service/Stylist
David’s Bridal
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Provided excellent customer service to all patrons.
- Organized and maintained the integrity of the store, by monitoring front desk activities, fielding phone calls, and following up with clientele.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2026
BA - Educational Studies
Warner University
Lake Wales, FL04-2022
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
South University
Royal Palm Beach, FL06-2019
Skills
- Evidence-based practices
- Crisis intervention
- Emotional Intelligence
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Individual counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Trauma-informed care
Certification
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant/Licensed 2019-Present
- Professional Crisis Management (PCM) December, 2021-Present
LANGUAGES
English (Native)
Interests
#Writing #Reading #Outdoor adventures #Comic Book Conventions
Timeline
LCSW Student Intern
Sandy Pines Residential Treatment Center
08.2025 - Current
MSW Intern
Reflections Creative Therapies
08.2024 - Current
VE/ESE Teacher (3rd)
H.L. Johnson Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2025
2nd Grade Teacher
Benoist Farms Elementary School
08.2022 - 09.2023
Behavior Interventionist (BI)/Registered Behavior Technician
Understanding Behavior, Inc
08.2015 - 12.2015
Customer Service/Stylist
David’s Bridal
01.2015 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Tennessee
BA - Educational Studies
Warner University
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
South University
CONTACT
- 561-758-8242
- Shelby.Drucker@Palmbeachschools.org
- Https://sites.google.com/a/warner.edu/shelby-drucker/