Valentina Alaimo
NYC,NY
Summary
Passionate and driven MSW candidate with strong experience in individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and community engagement. Seeking DBT Skills Trainer position to utilize DBT skills and contribute to a collaborative, community-oriented practice. Proficient in providing evidence-based interventions, building rapport, and fostering a safe and supportive environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Social Work Intern
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Provide individual therapy using DBT, CBT, and supportive models
- Co-facilitate DBT skills group and dual diagnosis substance use group
- Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure client progress
- Create and implement effective treatment plans and establish therapeutic goals with the help of the client
Hotline Counselor
211 Big Bend
06.2022 - Current
- Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to callers in distress.
- Assess caller's needs and provided referrals to appropriate community resources.
- Maintain accurate records of calls using electronic databases.
Social Work Intern
Atira Women's Resource Society
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided emotional support and assisted residents with daily tasks
- Trained in Naloxone administration for overdose response
- Co-facilitate empowering skills groups to support residents in building and rebuilding their lives.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Columbia University
05-2023
Bachelor of Social Work -
Florida State University
01.2022
Skills
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Group facilitation and leadership
- Individual Therapy
- Skill-Building Assistance
- Crisis Intervention
- Treatment Planning
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Co-facilitated FAMU Community Psychology Project Sep-Nov 2021
- Led weekly discussions on mental health and health equity with college students to bridge the gap in health equity of marginalized community members and better meet their needs.
Research Assistant - FSU Directed Individual Study (DIS) | Oct 2021 to May 2022
- Authored research-based presentation (Vaping Facts, Health Impacts & Interventions) for FADAA & DCF on the neurobiology of nicotine addiction & health risks of e-cigarettes.
Timeline
Clinical Social Work Intern
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Social Work Intern
Atira Women's Resource Society
08.2022 - 12.2022
Hotline Counselor
211 Big Bend
06.2022 - Current
Master of Social Work -
Columbia University
Bachelor of Social Work -
Florida State University
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