Experienced social worker with 9 years of experience in care coordination, individual counseling, discharge planning, and wellness coaching. Collaborative with interdisciplinary teams to provide culturally competent and trauma-informed counseling services, health education, mental health support, and advocacy in various health, mental health, and education settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Department of Field Placement Student Advisor
Boston College School Of Social Work
Boston, MA
08.2022 - Current
Provided academic and professional advising to MSW students, ensuring integration of fieldwork and coursework aligned with CSWE competencies.
Conducted performance evaluations, psychosocial assessments, and field site visits to assess learning contracts and support student development.
Designed and facilitated First Year Experience Seminars on professional identity, self-care, reflective practice, and academic stressors.
Collaborated with faculty and supervisors to address behavioral or performance issues, using trauma-informed strategies and data-driven reports to support at-risk students.
Produced evaluative reports each term summarizing student progress, systemic challenges, and educational recommendations.
Clinical Social Work Care Coordinator
St Clare Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025
Served as a liaison between patients, providers, insurers, and community resources to ensure optimal service delivery throughout the continuum of care.
Mentored junior staff members, fostering a supportive learning environment that cultivated professional growth and development.
Assisted in developing and implementing staff training programs, promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional development among clinical team members.
Conducted regular audits of clinical processes, identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous quality improvements across the organization.
Adult Inpatient Psychiatry Social Worker
Cambridge Health Alliance
, MA
11.2023 - 10.2024
Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Monitored clients' progress and adapt treatment plans to meet changing needs.
Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings focused on client centered case management needs, discharge planning and continuity of community based mental health services.
Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions for clients struggling with severe mental health challenges, addiction or behavioral concerns.
Employed safe sensory approach to de-escalation with use of DBT, CBT skills and interventions.
Assessed and intervened in cases involving abuse, neglect, or domestic violence, ensuring appropriate referrals for aftercare and providing supportive counseling in high risk cases.
Educated clients and families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
Social Work Clinician
Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center
, MA
04.2023 - 10.2023
Delivered high-quality patient care by conducting thorough assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing therapeutic support
Performed insurance utilization reviews to assess appropriateness and necessity of healthcare services for patients
Developed tailored treatment plans to address unique needs of each patient and promote optimal recovery.
Coordinated care with insurance providers and outpatient complex care management staff to ensure that medical treatments and services met established criteria, optimizing cost-effectiveness and quality of care
Increased patient satisfaction scores through empathetic listening, clear communication, and timely resolution of concerns.
Participated in case reviews with multidisciplinary teams to discuss complex cases and develop collaborative solutions for individualized care plans.
Integrated Behavioral Health Social Work Clinician
Boston Medical Center
, MA
07.2018 - 10.2022
Conducted biopsychosocial assessments to establish appropriate course of treatment and implemented interventions.
Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed, ensuring immediate safety measures were in place for at-risk patients.
Collaborated with primary healthcare providers to ensure seamless integration of mental health services into overall patient care plans.
Reviewed outcome measures data regularly to identify trends and modify treatment approaches accordingly for improved clinical results.
Led pilot program initiatives, including the Pre-Release Assessment and Reintegration to Care and Depression Care Management pilot program.
Conducted virtual group therapy sessions to facilitate skill development, coping strategies, and emotional processing among participants.
Clinical Recovery Coach
Oliver-Pyatt Centers
, FL
06.2012 - 08.2016
Provided clinical care and recovery coaching support to adolescent and adult women diagnosed with eating disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders
Facilitated pre and post meal processing groups with use of Mindful Eating, Motivational Interviewing and CBT interventions
Established trust and rapport with clients, creating strong foundation for open communication and collaboration throughout the recovery process.
Collaborated with treatment teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring a holistic approach to client recovery.
Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients identify barriers to recovery and develop strategies for overcoming them.
Facilitated life skills groups for clients engaged in transitional living and intensive outpatient level of care.
Enhanced client engagement in recovery programs by providing compassionate support and guidance.
Promoted healthy lifestyle choices through education on nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, stress management techniques, and mindfulness practices.
Education
Masters of Social Work -
Boston College
Boston, MA
08.2016 - 05.2018
B.A. in Psychology -
Florida International University
Miami, FL
08.2010 - 05.2016
Skills
Care Plan Development
Health education specialist
Experience in Small Group Facilitation
Certified in Basic Life Support
EMR, Google Suite and Simple Practice Technology proficient
Psychopharmacology expertise
Awards
Boston College School of Social Work Dean's Excellence Award 2018
Boston Medical Center Department of Psychiatry Clinical Excellence Award 2022
Timeline
Clinical Social Work Care Coordinator
St Clare Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025
Adult Inpatient Psychiatry Social Worker
Cambridge Health Alliance
11.2023 - 10.2024
Social Work Clinician
Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center
04.2023 - 10.2023
Department of Field Placement Student Advisor
Boston College School Of Social Work
08.2022 - Current
Integrated Behavioral Health Social Work Clinician