TANIKA Williams

Professional with strong background in child welfare, skilled in conducting thorough assessments and implementing effective intervention strategies. Known for fostering teamwork and achieving impactful results while adapting to changing needs. Expertise in case management, crisis intervention, and family engagement ensures comprehensive support and protection for vulnerable children. Dependable and collaborative, consistently delivering positive outcomes in challenging environments. Experienced with empathetic client interactions and therapeutic techniques. Utilizes active listening and crisis intervention to support diverse populations. Strong understanding of mental health frameworks and collaborative approaches to care.

Social Work Intern
August 2021 – May 2022

• Facilitated and co-led therapeutic and psychoeducational group sessions focused on recovery, relapse prevention, and life skills.
• Conducted intake assessments to evaluate clients’ psychosocial histories and treatment needs.
• Supported outreach initiatives to engage individuals and families in substance use and mental health services.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary staff to develop and implement individualized service plans.

Support Services Assistant
January 2014 – June 2016

• Provided one-on-one emotional and practical support to expectant mothers in a community-based maternal wellness program.
• Conducted intake assessments to identify strengths, needs, and available support systems.
• Accompanied clients to medical and social service appointments to promote engagement and continuity of care.
• Assisted clients with daily living needs, including shopping, transportation, and resource coordination.
• Assessed client needs and made appropriate referrals to community agencies, housing programs, and healthcare providers.

Master of Social Work (MSW) Intern
October 2025 – Present

Urban Recovery is a behavioral health and substance use treatment facility providing integrated mental health and addiction recovery services in Brooklyn, NY.

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments to evaluate clients’ mental health, substance use, and environmental stressors under supervision.
• Assist in developing individualized treatment plans using strengths-based and trauma-informed approaches.
• Participate in individual and group counseling sessions utilizing evidence-based interventions and motivational interviewing techniques.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation in compliance with HIPAA and agency guidelines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including therapists, psychiatrists, and case managers, to coordinate holistic care.
• Observe and apply DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria to understand and support clinical decision-making.
• Engage in community outreach, linking clients with housing, employment, and social service resources.
• Attend weekly supervision meetings and integrate feedback to strengthen clinical skills and self-awareness.
• Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior consistent with the NASW Code of Ethics and Urban Recovery’s mission to empower individuals through recovery-focused care.
• Participate in agency trainings on harm reduction, co-occurring disorders, and person-centered care.

Key Competencies:
Clinical Assessment • Motivational Interviewing • Case Documentation • DSM-5-TR Application • Trauma-Informed Practice • Ethical Decision-Making • Client Advocacy • Team Collaboration