Shoshana Knepler
Santa Rosa
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated social worker with experience providing services to a variety of clients. My demonstrated commitment to serve clients and their families encourages me to seek an opportunity to continue this vital work, improving the lives of those in our communities. Helping clients adjust to challenges, advocating on their behalf, and ensuring supportive resources has provided me with extensive knowledge and social diversity and the importance of cultural competence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
MSW Student Intern
Side by Side Youth
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Served a diverse population of children and their families within social work and counseling referrals
- Responsible for treatment planning for tier 1, tier 2 and tier 3clients tailored to specific mental health needs
- Provided psychosocial assessments, behavioral support, crisis interventions conflict resolution, restorative practices, 1:1 and group counseling services
- Timely documentation and reporting
- Referred and collaborated with interdepartmental specialists and programs, outside agencies and community resources
MSW Student Intern
Side by Side Youth
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Served a diverse population of children and their families within social work and counseling referrals
- Responsible for treatment planning for tier 1, tier 2 and tier 3clients tailored to specific mental health needs
- Provided psychosocial assessments, behavioral support, crisis interventions conflict resolution, restorative practices, 1:1 and group counseling services
- Timely documentation and reporting
- Referred and collaborated with interdepartmental specialists and programs, outside agencies and community resources
Independent Living Skills Trainer
Integrated Community Services
05.2018 - 02.2024
- Work with clients with developmental disabilities, mental health, dual diagnoses, and co-occurring conditions.
- Work cooperatively with clients and colleagues to determine plans tailored to the client's individual goals and strengths.
- Support clients on their path to independence and social integration
- Establish Client-Worker Relationships through interpersonal communication skills
Veterinary Receptionist
West End Animal Center
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Coordinate patient scheduling, check-in, check-outs, billing
- Answer questions and take questions for veterinarian
- Update patient records
- Engage with cats and dogs
- Offers compassion and empathy to pet parents during trying times
Caregiver
Drake Terrace
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Performed direct support services to residents in assisted living and dementia care
- Improved and enhanced residents' lives through effective and compassionate care
- Clearly and effectively communicated with care recipients, their families, and healthcare providers
Education
MSW - Social Work
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2025
Skills
- CANS certified
- Intervention planning
- Collaboration
- Observational data documentation
- Progress assessments
- Legal, regulatory, and policy compliance
Timeline
MSW Student Intern
Side by Side Youth
09.2023 - 05.2024
MSW Student Intern
Side by Side Youth
09.2023 - 05.2024
Veterinary Receptionist
West End Animal Center
03.2022 - 08.2022
Independent Living Skills Trainer
Integrated Community Services
05.2018 - 02.2024
Caregiver
Drake Terrace
10.2016 - 01.2018
MSW - Social Work
San Francisco State University
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