Professional social work candidate with strong foundation in supporting students and families. Skilled in case management, and counseling with an ability to adapt to changing needs. Equipped with excellent communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities to ensure positive and supportive environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
School Social Work Intern
Portage High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Developed strong rapport with students through empathetic listening and open communication, fostering trusting relationships conducive to growth.
Enhanced student well-being by implementing effective social-emotional learning strategies in group sessions.
Participated in ongoing professional development to stay informed of current trends and best practices in school social work.
Maintained confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.
Promoted positive behavior change by implementing evidence-based interventions tailored to individual student needs.
School Social Work Intern
East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy
01.2023 - 05.2023
Developed strong rapport with students through empathetic listening and open communication, fostering trusting relationships conducive to growth.
Enhanced student well-being by implementing effective social-emotional learning strategies in group sessions.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing valuable insights to inform student-centered interventions.
Collaborated with teachers and administrators to create a supportive and inclusive school environment for all students.
Maintained confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.
Therapeutic Case Manager
The Villages of Indiana
04.2019 - 08.2021
Developed treatment plans to cater to everyone’s needs.
Ensured that clients are safe by providing weekly visitations.
Partnered with DCS to make referrals to put services in place.
Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring timely and accurate record-keeping for all cases managed.
Provided resources to clients and foster parents to ensure that they are safe and stable.
Established trust with clients through empathetic listening and consistent follow-through on commitments made during sessions.
Registered Behavior Technician
Cornerstones Autism Services
12.2018 - 04.2019
Provide 1:1 therapy to children with autism spectrum disorders in a school setting disorders in a school and daycare
Implement ABA technics to increase language and communication, appropriate play skills, cooperation skills and daily living skills
Monitor maladaptive behaviors and implement behavior intervention
Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies.
Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
ABA line therapist/ RBT
B.E.T.H ABA Services and Healthcare
02.2018 - 12.2018
Document and provided data on assignments.
Conducted therapy sessions with children ages 3-14.
Directed in home sessions and clinic sessions
Facilitated social skills development in clients by modeling appropriate interactions and providing structured opportunities for practice.
Completed training needed to become a Registered Behavior Technician.
Implemented behavior modification techniques to decrease maladaptive behaviors while promoting positive alternatives.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN
Skills
Good Communicator
Excellent multitasking
Multicultural Competence
Family engagement
Adaptability and Flexibility
Problem-solving abilities
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Social Work Intern
Portage High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
School Social Work Intern
East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy
01.2023 - 05.2023
Therapeutic Case Manager
The Villages of Indiana
04.2019 - 08.2021
Registered Behavior Technician
Cornerstones Autism Services
12.2018 - 04.2019
ABA line therapist/ RBT
B.E.T.H ABA Services and Healthcare
02.2018 - 12.2018
Master of Social Work -
Indiana University Northwest
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