Victoria Crow
Weirton,WV
Summary
Compassionate and student first focused social worker with 5+ years experience supporting student success through counseling and intervention. Experienced in building strong relationships with students, families, and staff to address behavioral and emotional challenges. Passionate about fostering positive student outcomes, connecting families with community resources and implement effective strategies to enhance a positive school climate.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Hancock County Schools
Weirton, WV
09.2021 - Current
- Maintained an accurate inventory of community resources to support local initiatives.
- Supported student development through counseling and group services aligned with an MTSS framework.
- Facilitated connections with mental health centers, vocational rehabilitation services, and other support agencies.
- Assisted in county attendance task force initiatives to promote student engagement and attendance. Supported school wellness committee efforts to enhance student health and well-being. Participated as a student advocate in 504 meetings to ensure appropriate accommodations are provided.
- Assisted school staff in tracking attendance for at-risk students. Supported initiatives to reduce truancy and tardiness. Helped implement strategies to address frequent absenteeism.
- Facilitated open communication channels with students and guardians regarding academic and behavioral progress of assigned students.
- Facilitated $7500 grant acquisition to expand social-emotional learning initiatives and resources for students.
- Developed and managed activities within student club to encourage respectful behavior and strengthen community spirit among peers.
Medical Social Worker
The Health Plan
Wheeling, WV
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Provide care coordination services to members in collaboration with medical staff including nurses and behavioral health managers.
- Conduct health risk assessments on members to determine social determinants of health that affect quality of life.
- Develop a care plan with culturally appropriate interventions to meet member identified and prioritized needs and goals.
- Assist members with navigation of community service programs and provide resources to fulfil unmet needs that are not covered benefits.
Treatment Coordinator
National Youth Advocate Program
Wheeling, WV
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Developed targeted treatment plans to address specific patient needs identified through thorough assessments and diagnoses.
- Orchestrated family reunification efforts and managed foster and kinship adoption processes.
- Conducted intake interviews and bio-psycho-social assessments to determine client eligibility and suitability for various programs.
- Facilitated comprehensive case management processes to ensure effective discharge planning, placement monitoring, and crisis intervention.
- Facilitated communication between families, clients, and service providers to promote collaborative care initiatives.
Social Service Facilitator
Children Solutions
Wheeling, WV
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Provided direct services to family services
- Developed individualized service plans tailored to children's needs and family goals.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor progress and adjust service plans as needed.
- Delivered targeted mentorship to at-risk youth, fostering personal development and social goal attainment.
Youth Services Case Manager
Youth Services System
Wheeling, WV
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Delivered early intervention and diversion services to adolescent clients at risk of status and delinquency offenses.
- Provided guidance and support to families while coordinating with the court system and community agencies for treatment solutions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create holistic intervention strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV08-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
West Liberty University
West Liberty, WV05-2016
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Group Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Program Development
- Behavior Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Suicide prevention
- Solutions-focused
Timeline
School Counselor
Hancock County Schools
09.2021 - Current
Medical Social Worker
The Health Plan
09.2020 - 09.2021
Treatment Coordinator
National Youth Advocate Program
02.2019 - 09.2020
Social Service Facilitator
Children Solutions
09.2017 - 09.2019
Youth Services Case Manager
Youth Services System
05.2016 - 09.2017
Master of Arts - Social Work
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
West Liberty University