Tashya Huber
Nanticoke,PA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated School Social Worker with a passion for supporting students' mental, emotional, and social well-being. Skilled in crisis intervention, counseling, IEP writing, and creating inclusive environments to promote academic success and personal development. Seeking to contribute expertise in child advocacy, conflict resolution, and community collaboration to foster positive change and success within the school setting.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
School Social Worker
Luzerne Intermediate Unit-18
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Create a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Implement evidence-based programs and SEL instruction aimed at supporting academic and social success, as well as promoting positive behavior among students.
- Help clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Identified student progress and barriers to self-sufficiency and participated in relevant IEP documentation and meetings to promote student's well-being.
OUTPATIENT THERAPIST
Luzerene Intermediate Unit-18
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for each client
- Actively participate in weekly clinical supervision meetings to discuss cases and improve skillsets
- Utilize evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients in achieving their therapeutic objectives
- Provide individual, family and group therapy for clients with a wide range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction and grief
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills by managing caseloads efficiently without compromising quality of care delivered
- Engage actively with diverse populations from various cultural backgrounds while maintaining cultural sensitivity throughout therapeutic process
- Identify risk factors associated with potential suicidal behavior among clients and implement appropriate interventions when necessary.
FAMILY SPECIALIST
Community Services for Children
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Facilitated case management services to families in need of support
- Collaborated with community organizations to provide resources for families in need
- Collaborated closely with other departments to ensure that clients received timely services
- Facilitated daycare enrollment and changes between families and centers
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures governing the provision of services
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills while managing multiple cases simultaneously
- Utilized excellent communication abilities to effectively explain program requirements and processes to clients.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH WORKER
Children's Service Center
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Established trusting relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic responses
- Provided case management services by connecting clients with outside agencies for additional supports when necessary
- Followed behavior plans and implemented interventions for clients based on their individual needs
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss cases and develop treatment plans
- Conducted home visits to evaluate family dynamics and provide support as needed
- Educated families about available mental health resources and services within their communities
- Coordinated crisis intervention services during times of acute distress or emergency situations.
CRISIS CLINICIAN
Children's Service Center
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Supported clients through difficult situations using active listening skills and offering empathy while maintaining professional boundaries
- Developed crisis intervention skills to provide immediate support and referrals for clients in need
- Conducted assessments of client's mental health, functioning level, and risk factors to determine appropriate interventions
- Engaged families to identify areas of concern or strengths within their homes that may affect their child's well being
- Assessed suicidal ideations or self-harming behaviors utilizing the CAGE assessment tool
- Maintained accurate records of all clinical activities including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries.
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Social Work -
Widener University
Chester, PABachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology -
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PASkills
- Crisis Intervention
- Group And Individual Sessions
- Case Management
- Developing Therapeutic Relationships
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- CPR, First Aid, AED
- Mandatory Reporting Procedures
- Proficient in IEP Writer and STAR billing programs
Suicide Prevention
Social Skills Training
Personal Information
Title: Social Worker
Timeline
School Social Worker
Luzerne Intermediate Unit-18
09.2023 - Current
OUTPATIENT THERAPIST
Luzerene Intermediate Unit-18
04.2022 - Current
FAMILY SPECIALIST
Community Services for Children
08.2018 - 06.2021
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH WORKER
Children's Service Center
01.2018 - 08.2018
CRISIS CLINICIAN
Children's Service Center
09.2017 - 08.2018
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Social Work -
Widener University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology -
Wilkes University
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