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Sophia Elias

Royal Oak

Summary

Limited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW) with experience in child and youth services. Proficient in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and group and individual therapy. Ability to connect, engage, and support individuals and their families.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern

The Watson Institute
Sewickley
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Provided direct support and social coaching to students with developmental disabilities and various mental health disorders.
  • Created activities and curriculums to implement in individual and group sessions.
  • Conducted individual therapy sessions for a caseload of 10 students.
  • Facilitated group sessions for students, ages 6-19.
  • Completed daily case notes regarding student’s behaviors, activities, and mental health.
  • Communicated with staff members about student’s goals and expectations.
  • Attended IEP, classroom, and behavior meetings.
  • Supported students and staff members in a crisis through de-escalation strategies, mental health risk assessments, Ukeru Systems, and Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCM).

Summer Teacher/Supervisor

The Verland Foundation
Sewickley
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Created and implemented specific activities for children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, ages 10-22.
  • Provided direct support and care for 10 residents which included personal hygiene, feedings, splinting/positioning, and escorting them on trips.
  • Supervised 2 summer aides to ensure all goals were met for the residents.
  • Liaison between speech therapists, physical therapists, nurses, behavioral specialists, and qualified intellectual disability professionals.
  • Completed daily documentation regarding each resident’s care, activities, and behaviors.

Intern

Kids Count Too, Inc.
Worthington
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Communicated with foster parents regarding child's activities, behaviors, and adaptability.
  • Attended house visits with caseworkers to engage with foster children.
  • Completed case notes through extendedReach.
  • Organized, filed, and monitored documents.
  • Researched free and cost-effective resources that benefited foster families.
  • Emailed potential donors depending on needs within the agency.

Toddler Teacher

Mango’s Place
New Albany
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Maintained a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for children.
  • Created educational and engaging activities for children ages 2-6.
  • Communicated with children's parents regarding their daily activities and behaviors.

Operations Fellow

Student Success Stores
Columbus
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Assembled school supplies and hygiene products for Columbus City Schools.
  • Delivered and set up products in the stores.
  • Assisted and educated students while shopping in the store for their specific needs.
  • Liaison between social workers, counselors, and students to ensure smooth operations.
  • Facilitated volunteer events within the community.

Education

Master of Social Work -

The Ohio State University
08.2025

Bachelor of Science, Social Work -

The Ohio State University
05.2024

Skills

  • Written and verbal communication
  • Crisis intervention
  • Conflict resolution
  • Documentation
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Empathetic
  • Detail-oriented
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Certification

Masters Social Worker Limited License (LLMSW) | August 2025-August 2026

Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCM) | May 2025-May 2027

Volunteer Experience

Ronald McDonald House Charities, Columbus, OH | 2022-2024

The Great Grouping, Jubilee Kitchen, Pittsburgh, PA | 2020-2025

Catholic Heart Work Camp, Grenada | 2017

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Intern

The Watson Institute
01.2025 - 07.2025

Summer Teacher/Supervisor

The Verland Foundation
05.2024 - 08.2024

Intern

Kids Count Too, Inc.
08.2023 - 04.2024

Toddler Teacher

Mango’s Place
08.2023 - 04.2024

Operations Fellow

Student Success Stores
02.2023 - 05.2023

Master of Social Work -

The Ohio State University

Bachelor of Science, Social Work -

The Ohio State University

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