Taylor Bennett
Watertown,NY
Summary
Attentive School Social Work Intern with 2 years of experience in the Special Education setting and thorough knowledge of child development and therapy. Culturally-sensitive and adept at oral and written communication with high attention to detail, meticulous observation skills and creative problem solving. Determined to work in a public school setting assisting each child to be successful and thrive in a school community.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Social Work Intern
Jeff-Lewis BOCES, ACES Program
Watertown, NY, United States
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Identified at-risk students, created detailed plans for specialized education and behavioral skills and communicated plans with parents and school staff.
- Designed assessment plan for students with specific needs to streamline IEP or behavioral plan processes.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Facilitated group therapy for students in grades 9-12.
School Social Work Intern
Watertown City School District
Watertown, NY
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Identified at-risk students, created detailed plans for specialized education and behavioral skills and communicated plans with parents and school staff.
- Developed IEPs for students with special needs and advocated for comprehensive teaching methods.
- Facilitated social-emotional learning groups for students within Special Education program weekly.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Introduced anti-bullying and positive behavior program for all students in grades K-4 and 9-12.
Highway Clerk & Administrative Assistant
Town Of Clayton
Clayton, NY
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Created reports and developed improvements and enhancements to automate records and file systems.
- Fostered operational efficiency and compliance with company policies through effective coordination of office activities.
- Monitored usage of Highway Department supplies and contacted vendors to place new orders for replenishment.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time
CASA Volunteer
CASA Of Jefferson County
Watertown, NY
09.2015 - 01.2016
- Actively and empathetically listened to all clients involved in assigned family court cases with non-judgemental lens
- Investigated current and background facts thoroughly as fact-finder for judge
- Advocated for child's best interest by providing factual written reports to judge and speaking for children in courtroom
- Facilitated communication between parties involved in cases
- Observed each client's unique cognitive abilities and needs and made recommendations based on evaluation
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Keuka College
Keuka Park, NY01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality And Tourism
SUNY Jefferson
Watertown, NY01.2014
High School Diploma -
Watertown City School District
Watertown, NY2009
Skills
- Rapport building
- Case planning and management
- Individual and family counseling
- Psychosocial assessments expert
- Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA)
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Crisis Intervention
- IEP understanding
- Play therapy
- Motivational interviewing
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker - May 2021
- Certificate of Advanced Study, Syracuse University - Child Therapy
Timeline
School Social Work Intern
Jeff-Lewis BOCES, ACES Program
09.2019 - 04.2020
School Social Work Intern
Watertown City School District
08.2018 - 01.2019
Highway Clerk & Administrative Assistant
Town Of Clayton
01.2016 - 07.2017
CASA Volunteer
CASA Of Jefferson County
09.2015 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Social Work
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Keuka College
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality And Tourism
SUNY Jefferson
High School Diploma -
Watertown City School District
- Licensed Master Social Worker - May 2021
- Certificate of Advanced Study, Syracuse University - Child Therapy
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