Child Life Volunteer Resume Example Steven And Alexandra Cohen Children's Medical Center

CHILD LIFE VOLUNTEER

Professional Summary

Social Worker talented at setting patients at ease and structuring treatment plans around each patients strengths and goals. Passionate about working with children and families and committed to providing the highest level of care to patients. Comfortable working autonomously or in a team-based setting. Adept at identifying and documenting cases of child abuse. Skilled at finding and implementing the best possible solutions.

Skill Highlights

Psychosocial Assessment
Social History Intake
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Crisis intervention
Extensive child development knowledge
Training in grief counseling
Team player
Excellent interpersonal skills
Patient-centered care
Behavioral therapy
Microsoft Office proficiency

Behavior Management Plans
Goal Setting
Treatment Coordinator
Child-Parent counseling
Strengths-based counseling
Problem solving
Training in PTSD
Violence prevention
Trauma-informed therapy
Strong communicator
Program development
Expressive arts therapy
Suicide prevention training

Accomplishments

Graduated cum laude from Binghamton University's College of Community and Public Affairs
Awarded membership to Phi Kappa Phi National Honors Society
Created a learning skills program for students with diagnosed learning disabilities.
Effectively managed caseloads of more than 15 clients at any given time.
Helped more than 10 students reach their Individual Education Program goals.
Demonstrated strong leadership skills through conducting needs assessments and developing a School-Based Mental Health program design
Demonstrated strong communication skills through Clinical Play Therapy presentation.

Education and Training

Fordham University, Graduate School of Social Se05/2013Masters: Social WorkNew York, NY, USA

Coursework in Psychology, Leadership, Clinical Social Work and Trauma Counseling

Member of Fordham Student Mentorship Club

University of Wisconsin La Crosse2013Non-Matriculated Undergraduate Course: Therapeutic RecreationLa Crosse, WI

Workshop in therapeutic recreation explored normal grief reactions in children and provided information on communicating with children dealing with grief and loss.This course met the Child Life Council's eligibility requirement to take the national certification examination in child life.

Skills and knowledge acquired upon completion:

Explain the natural grief reactions in children according to age and developmental level Identify common responses to death across various countries and cultures
Knowledge of how to prepare children for the death of a sibling
Knowledge of how to prepare children for the death of a parent
Knowledge of the ethical and moral issues surrounding death and dying
Demonstrates ability to work empathetically with children when they face end of life decisions.

State University of New York at Binghamton, Coll05/2011Bachelor of Science: Human DevelopmentVestal, NY, USA

Coursework in Psychology, Sociology, Casework and Human Development

Member of Sigma Alpha Lambda National Leadership and Honors Organization

Member of Alpha Epsilon Phi

Awarded Dean's List for Academic Achievement

Professional Experience

Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children's Medical CenterApril 2013Child Life Volunteer
New Hyde Park, NY

Manage the Dayroom by cleaning and organizing toys and keeping track of items distributed to patients 06/2010 – 08/2010
Facilitate bedside activities for patients who are unable to leave their rooms
Engage patients throughout weekly Bingo games, distribute gifts to winners, and encourage peer interaction in the playroom
Calm patients who are waiting for medical procedures to alleviate stress associated with their illnesses

Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community CenterSeptember 2012 to May 2013Social Work Intern
Oceanside, NY

Conducted psychosocial assessment and develop behavior management plans for youth in the After School Program.
Provided short-term crisis and bereavement counseling for adults and elderly in the individual and group setting.
Managed community outreach and maintain sponsor relationships for Sunrise on Wheels.
Facilitated, directed, and monitored fundraising for special events including walkathons, fashion shows, and car washes.

Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle SchoolAugust 2011 to June 2012Social Work Intern - TEAM Center
Hempstead, NY

Worked with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to address personal, social, and academic concerns.
Counseled mandated and non-mandated students in individual and group settings; managed caseload of 15-20 students.
Conducted risk assessment and developed intervention plans for existing and new crisis intervention cases.
Prepared and completed intake and social history updates for parents and guardians of students.

Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children's Medical CenterJune 2010 to September 2011Sunrise on Wheels Volunteer
New Hyde Park, NY

Provided assistance to patients in the Pediatric Ambulatory Chemotherapy Transfusion Unit (PACT).
Participated in one-on-one play therapy with children bound to isolation rooms and/or receiving treatment.
Introduced activities to ensure a comfortable hospital visit for both patients and their family members.

Planned Parenthood of South Central New YorkJanuary 2011 to May 2011Department of Education Intern
Binghamton, NY

Responsible for developing and implementing an efficient volunteer and intern program, including policy and procedure, documentation, and training requirements for all future participants.
Scheduled, planned, and co-facilitated educational programs for students and professionals in the community.

Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children's Medical CenterJune 2010 to August 2010Child Life Volnteer - Adolescent Unit
New Hyde Park, NY

Managed the Dayroom by cleaning and organizing toys and keeping track of items distributed to patients 06/2010 – 08/2010
Facilitated bedside activities for patients who were unable to leave their rooms
Engaged patients throughout weekly Bingo games, distributed gifts to winners, and encouraged peer interaction in the playroom
Calmed patients who were waiting for medical procedures to alleviate stress associated with their illnesses

Lawrence Woodmere Academy Summer DayJune 2009 to August 2009Head Counselor
Woodmere, NY

Assisted programming staff in running daily activities
Head supervisor for multiple groups on camp in addition to special events and off camp field trips
Attended weekly staff meetings with Camp Directors to discuss any concerns in the group and formulate possible solutions

Binghamton UniversitySeptember 2008 to May 2009Newing College Office Programming Assistant
Vestal, NY

Created on campus posters and flyers personally requested by office staff, hall governments, and resident directors
Coordinated supply distribution of art supplies and office materials to student groups and resident assistants
Maintained an up-to-date department organizational chart.
Made copies and handled incoming and outgoing correspondence for on-campus groups and organizations.
Managed office operations and maintenance of equipment.

Sands Atlantic Beach Day CampJune 2008 to August 2008Head Counselor
Atlantic Beach , NY

Assisted programming staff in running daily activities
Head supervisor for a group of 15 pre-school aged campers, supervised four assistant counselors
Attended weekly staff meetings with Camp Directors to discuss any concerns in the group and formulate possible solutions
Promoted growth and healthy development through interactive and nurturing age-appropriate camp activites

Twin Oaks Day CampJune 2007 to August 2007Assistant Counselor
Freeport, NY

Assisted programming staff in running daily activities
Assistant Counselor for a group of pre-school aged campers
Attended weekly staff meetings with Camp Directors to discuss any concerns in the group and formulate possible solutions
Promoted growth and healthy development through interactive and nurturing age-appropriate camp activites

America's CampAugust 2006 to August 2006Junior Counselor
Lenox, MA

Acted as a mentor, supervisor, and role model while providing children with the sleep-away camp experience in just one week.
Organized closing banquet ceremony as a send-off for all campers.

Inwood Beach ClubJune 2006 to August 2006Waitress, Cabanna Attendant
Atlantic Beach, NY

Greeted and monitored incoming members and guests upon arrival each day
Obtained and served food and refreshments to guests as requested.
Waitressed beach club events and barbecues
Collected used towels and rented swimming attire for laundering.
Folded and stored chairs, blankets, and umbrellas at sundown.

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children's Medical Center
Barry and Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center
Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School
Planned Parenthood of South Central New York
Lawrence Woodmere Academy Summer Day
Binghamton University
Sands Atlantic Beach Day Camp
Twin Oaks Day Camp
America's Camp
Inwood Beach Club

School Attended

Fordham University, Graduate School of Social Se
University of Wisconsin La Crosse
State University of New York at Binghamton, Coll

Job Titles Held:

Child Life Volunteer
Social Work Intern
Social Work Intern - TEAM Center
Sunrise on Wheels Volunteer
Department of Education Intern
Child Life Volnteer - Adolescent Unit
Head Counselor
Newing College Office Programming Assistant
Assistant Counselor
Junior Counselor
Waitress, Cabanna Attendant

Degrees

Masters : Social Work
Non-Matriculated Undergraduate Course : Therapeutic Recreation
Bachelor of Science : Human Development

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Resume Score: 70%

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