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SYDNEY BENTON

Glens Falls,NY

Summary

Knowledgeable social worker with strong background in providing compassionate and tailored care to individuals. Known for achieving positive outcomes through personalized care plans and effective communication. Demonstrated proficiency in client assessments and problem-solving, ensuring high-quality support and satisfaction.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Transition of Care Specialist

People USA
08.2023 - Current
  • Coordinate services for people transitioning from one stage of their lives to another
  • Encourage growth by using the person-centered approach
  • Keep accurate documentation by creating SMART goals and writing daily case notes
  • Use positive interpersonal skills when answering Warm Line calls and interacting with service participants
  • Inspire independence by building on the strengths of participants

Camp Counselor

Camp Wilton
06.2022 - 08.2024
  • Provided direct care to people with disabilities in a camp setting
  • Encouraged campers to engage in prosocial interactions with other peers at camp
  • Ensured the safety of campers by reading and implementing safety and behavior plans
  • Used crisis management skills to de-escalate conflicts among campers

Direct Support Professional

Advocacy Resource Center
12.2020 - 04.2022
  • Supported the rights of people with disabilities by respecting and encouraging choices
  • Used de-escalation techniques when challenges arose
  • Utilized individuals' behavior plans as well as IPOPs to ensure all guidelines were appropriately followed
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure the individual's needs were adequately met
  • Recorded daily notes and other required documentation using PrecisionCare

Server

Indian Lake Restaurant and Tavern
05.2015 - 05.2024

Education

Masters of Social Work -

Keuka College
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Social Work, Criminal Justice

State University of New York at Plattsburgh
05.2022

Skills

  • Active listening skills
  • Care coordination
  • Therapeutic techniques

Certification

  • ASIST Certified, 03/26/25
  • New York Certified Peer Specialist-Provisional (NYCPS-P), 01/01/24
  • NARCAN Certified, 10/10/23

Related Experience

  • Internship at People USA, 08/24, 05/25, Glens Falls, NY, 12801, Provided crisis intervention services while working at the Stabilization Center once a month, Engaged in macro social work practice by attending monthly Community Service meetings, Developed and advocated for mental wellness and family support groups in the Warren County Jail, Perfected evaluation skills and documentation skills by writing biopsychosocials and case notes
  • Internship at Therapeutic Foster Care, 08/21, 05/22, Plattsburgh, NY, 12901, Facilitated a monthly life skills group that informed foster children of important skills needed for adult life, Used supportive counseling techniques with both foster children and biological parents, Engaged in policy practice by attending court sessions as well as reviewing court documents and agreements, Provided the foster children with the supports needed to develop prosocial actions and emotions

Timeline

Transition of Care Specialist

People USA
08.2023 - Current

Camp Counselor

Camp Wilton
06.2022 - 08.2024

Direct Support Professional

Advocacy Resource Center
12.2020 - 04.2022

Server

Indian Lake Restaurant and Tavern
05.2015 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Social Work, Criminal Justice

State University of New York at Plattsburgh

Masters of Social Work -

Keuka College
SYDNEY BENTON