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Yehuda Hecht

Denver,CO

Summary

Committed professional with a focus on growth, striving to unlock client potential. Continuously seeks expertise for ongoing personal and professional development. A creative thinker who questions norms, aiming to discover authenticity within diverse contexts. Embraces the inherent goodness and diverse avenues for holistic growth, while also injecting interactions with moments of humor and joy. Recognized for an ability to naturally connect with individuals from all walks of life. Adaptable approach contributes to nurturing client relationships and fostering positive team dynamics..

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Camp Social Worker

Gan Izzy
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
  • Supported camp counselors in effectively managing challenging camper situations and collaboratively developed action plans as necessary.

School Social Worker Intern

Denver Academy of Torah
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Implemented Social Emotional Learning programs for students in grades K-5, focusing on emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and social skills development
  • Provided one-on-one therapeutic support to individual students in a safe and confidential environment
  • Acted as an on-call resource during crisis situations, offering immediate assistance and support to students, parents, and school staff
  • Offered parents psychoeducational resources to better support their child's emotional and academic needs
  • Engaged in weekly supervision meetings to discuss cases, seek guidance, and address challenges effectively

Social Work Intern

Hope Street Treatment
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Administered comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to evaluate client needs and formulate appropriate treatment plans.
  • Moderated and facilitated all-female psychotherapy and support group twice a week, fostering a safe space for discussion and providing essential psychoeducation.
  • Delivered multiple individual therapy sessions each week, tailoring approaches to address unique client challenges and support personal growth.
  • Completed detailed group, observation, and individual process recordings, ensuring accurate documentation of client progress and therapeutic interventions.
  • Engaged in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure holistic and coordinated care for clients, contributing insights and collaborating with fellow professionals.
  • Assisted clients in formulating realistic goals and monitored their progress, encouraging positive changes and improvements in their well-being.

Youth Mentor

Bais Menachem
09.2017 - 12.2018
  • Acted as a positive role model and older sibling figure, offering guidance and emotional support to students from diverse Jewish backgrounds.
  • Cultivated strong and trusting relationships with mentees, promoting open communication and creating a safe space for them to share their thoughts and concerns.
  • Facilitated conversations about Jewish heritage and culture, fostering a sense of identity and belonging among mentees.
  • Collaborated with mentees to set and achieve academic objectives, offering tutoring, study strategies, and motivational guidance.
  • Helped students navigate emotional challenges, providing coping strategies and teaching them essential emotional regulation skills.
  • Supported mentees in resolving conflicts and interpersonal challenges, promoting effective communication and problem-solving techniques.

Summer Camp Director

Rabbi Rodal Camp
07.2015 - 08.2015
  • Communicated and maintained personal contact with parents or guardians to discuss achievements and any behavior concerns
  • Collaborated creatively with other staff to develop and conduct new themes and events for camp participants.
  • Offered campers compassionate support for personal and social issues, helping each develop positive skills for dealing with interpersonal conflicts.

Camp Counselor

Cheder Menachem
08.2014 - 08.2014
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games, and field trips while maintaining a safe environment
  • Checked on campers struggling with various social and recreational skills to maintain camper and parent satisfaction
  • Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents, and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic people skills
  • Promoted a fun, safe, and inclusive environment by monitoring activities of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Yeshiva University, Wurzweiler School of Social Wo
New York, NY
08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Judaic Studies

Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary
Los Angeles, CA
07.2018

Timeline

Camp Social Worker

Gan Izzy
06.2023 - 07.2023

School Social Worker Intern

Denver Academy of Torah
09.2022 - 06.2023

Social Work Intern

Hope Street Treatment
05.2021 - 08.2021

Youth Mentor

Bais Menachem
09.2017 - 12.2018

Summer Camp Director

Rabbi Rodal Camp
07.2015 - 08.2015

Camp Counselor

Cheder Menachem
08.2014 - 08.2014

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Yeshiva University, Wurzweiler School of Social Wo

Bachelor of Arts - Judaic Studies

Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary

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