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Shmuel Waldman

Lakewood

Summary

Compassionate and results-driven Licensed Social Worker (LMSW) with a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) and a strong background in clinical intervention, trauma-informed care, and conflict resolution. Skilled in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, youth advocacy, and multi-system collaboration to support students and families. Adept at developing intervention programs, guiding at-risk youth, and partnering with educational institutions to enhance student well-being.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IIC Therapist

Empower U, Inc.
09.2024 - Current
  • Deliver in-home therapeutic interventions for children and adolescents facing emotional and behavioral challenges
  • Develop individualized treatment plans using trauma-informed and evidence-based methodologies
  • Collaborate with schools, families, and community agencies to ensure a holistic approach to client support
  • Track progress through clinical assessments and adjust interventions as needed

Founder & Director

Lishmoah
06.2024 - Current
  • Established a family reconciliation and mental health support organization focused on conflict resolution
  • Designed and implemented therapeutic programs to address family disputes and promote healing
  • Provided mediation and counseling services, facilitating structured resolution plans for families in crisis

Social Worker & Case Manager

Nesivos
01.2017 - Current
  • Counsel at-risk youth, providing crisis intervention, resource referrals, and ongoing support
  • Partner with school administrators and faculty to identify students needing academic and emotional support
  • Lead early intervention initiatives, improving student success rates and reducing school dropout risks
  • Coordinate mental health services, ensuring clients receive appropriate therapeutic and community resources

Owner

Hesh Properties Rehab
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Managed real estate development projects and business operations

Office Manager

Oorah Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Oversaw administrative functions and team coordination

Owner

Cohen’s Window Treatment
01.2005 - 01.2013
  • Led business operations and client relations

Education

Doctor of Social Work (DSW) - Leadership, Conflict Resolution, and Advanced Social Work Practice

Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY
05.2024

Master of Social Work (MSW) - Trauma and Addiction Support

Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY
05.2022

Bachelor’s in Talmudic Law -

Yeshiva Ohr Hamair
Peekskill, NY
06.1999

Skills

  • Clinical Counseling & Crisis Intervention
  • Trauma-Informed Therapy & CBT
  • Family & Youth Advocacy
  • School-Based Social Work
  • Case Management & Community Resources
  • Conflict Resolution & Mediation
  • Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration
  • Program Development & Leadership

Certification

  • School Social Worker Endorsement, NJ Department of Education, 01/24
  • Compassionate Inquiry, 01/24
  • NJ Addiction Peer Coach, 01/22
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Depression & Essentials of CBT, 01/22

Timeline

IIC Therapist

Empower U, Inc.
09.2024 - Current

Founder & Director

Lishmoah
06.2024 - Current

Social Worker & Case Manager

Nesivos
01.2017 - Current

Owner

Hesh Properties Rehab
01.2016 - 01.2019

Office Manager

Oorah Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2016

Owner

Cohen’s Window Treatment
01.2005 - 01.2013

Master of Social Work (MSW) - Trauma and Addiction Support

Long Island University

Bachelor’s in Talmudic Law -

Yeshiva Ohr Hamair

Doctor of Social Work (DSW) - Leadership, Conflict Resolution, and Advanced Social Work Practice

Long Island University

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