Taylor Dean
McDonald,OH
Summary
A motivated and committed professional with a recently earned Master of Social Work degree, and experience working with students in a higher education setting. Educated in therapeutic techniques including CBT, MI, and Solution-Focused therapies, as well as case management and community resources. Eager to apply my empathic nature and advocacy skills to improve individuals with supportive services.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Intern
Youngstown State University
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Met with students and engaged in therapy techniques, such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and case management
- Attended professional development symposium: Unmute the Uncomfortable, which addressed Racial Equity, Stigma, and Reshaping our community
- Developed a gender-neutral dress guideline, that students can utilize when preparing for interviews, formals, award banquets, etc
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create and implement intake forms, policies, and procedures for the university food pantry, Penguin Pantry, promoting access to all university-affiliated individuals
- Conducted research on student food insecurity and addressing the need for university food pantries
- Participated in tabling events like National Coming Out Day and Domestic Violence Awareness
- Engaged and acted as a triage point with students and other visitors to the Office of the Dean of Students
- Created an Ohio Assistance program how-to guide for Office of the Dean of Students staff members.
Student Deputy
Youngstown State University
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Engaged with students who experienced conducted violations
- Assisted in finding resolutions in student conduct cases
- Aided in determining appropriate sanctions for students found responsible for violations.
- Participated in Conduct Board Hearings
Student Co-Facilitator
Youngstown State University
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Co-facilitated weekly classes, providing interactive and engaging activities that motivated student learning outcomes
- Acted as a liaison between students and the lead facilitator
- Assisted with planning and execution of class discussions and assignments
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH05.2023
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH05.2021
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Case Management
- Resource Coordination
- Client Advocacy
- Self-Care Strategies
- Problem-Solving
- Empathy Development
- Multicultural Competence
- Time Management
Accomplishments
YSU Bridges Out of Poverty Student Union (BOPSU)
Elected to positions:
- Secretary (2016-17)
- Vice President (2018)
- President (2019)
Presented on a student panel at the national aha! Process Convention (2017)
Hosted campus-wide poverty simulation
Timeline
Student Deputy
Youngstown State University
09.2022 - 05.2023
Graduate Intern
Youngstown State University
08.2022 - 05.2023
Student Co-Facilitator
Youngstown State University
01.2017 - 01.2019
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Youngstown State University
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Youngstown State University
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