Motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Familiar with issues such as learning difficulties, socialization problems and emotional needs. Background working in urban areas of poverty with high population of at-risk students. Determined to help humans thrive in individual and community settings with extensive knowledge of trauma-informed care.
Skills
SEL Integration
Crisis Intervention
Skills Delivering Tier 1,2,&3 Supports
Case Management
Talk Therapy
Life Skills Counseling/Development
Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA)
IEP/504 understanding
Climate and Culture Lead
Team Management and Supervision
Staff Development and Training
Behavioral Health Lead
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Work
Performance Tracking and Evaluations
Work History
08/2022 to Current
School Social Worker/ Director of MTSSPhoenix Children's Hospital – Chandler, AZ, Chicago, IL
Managed a special education caseload of 45-50 students along with a 40-50 general education caseload.
Provided group and individual counseling to address problems.
Collaborated with schools, family services, and health care providers to determine services and aid with psychosocial assessments.
Worked with teachers to implement behavioral improvement plans based on established assessments.
Evaluated, assessed, and diagnosed learning and social issues.
Created and managed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Cultivated positive, trusting relationships with clients and community providers to promote effective coordination of resources.
11/2021 to 08/2022
Social Emotional Learning and Wellness SpecialistFrancisan Health – Hammond, IN,
Maintained caseload of 30-50 students, with focus on delivering service minutes per IEP and 504 plans, documenting case notes, and consulting with staff.
Acted as lead member of both Climate and Culture and Behavioral Health Teams.
Effectively planned and implemented school-wide, Tier I interventions such as Habitudes and Class Catalyst.
Ran evidence-based, Tier II groups such as Rainbows for all Children, CBITS, and DBT Skills and Strategies.
Provided variety of different Tier III interventions, which incorporated use of CPT, CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, art therapy, mindfulness, and more.
Built multiple community partnerships with outside service agencies.
Solely responsible for creating effective MTSS systems for all school staff and students to adhere to.
Supported students, teachers, and families during crisis situations.
Trained and guided teachers on how to identify and support students.
01/2020 to 12/2021
Diverse Learning Social WorkerUniversity Of Nebraska At Omaha – Omaha, NE,
Provide crisis intervention, individual and group counseling for at-risk youth and families.
Managed caseload of over 50 students.
Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments.
Develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans.
Recommend and refer students and families to community based agencies.
Provide direct service and evaluation for students in special education with various disabilities.
Develop and perform necessary services in accordance with IEP's and consulted with classroom teachers to measure progress of students in relation to identified goals.
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
10/2019 to 08/2020
Supervising Case ManagerCovenant House Of Illinois – City, STATE,
Develop, implement, and maintain all policies, procedures, and standards for case management.
Manage symptoms, provide emotional support, guide treatment, and offer additional information to clients.
Create case plans and manage caseload of 15 young adults.
Provide housing, job, and additional resources for homeless youth in Chicago area.
Facilitate daily job readiness/life skill groups for homeless youth in facility development center.
Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers
Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers.
Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
Maintained frequent interaction with senior management to measure goal achievement and determine areas of improvement.
10/2018 to 05/2019
FellowTrauma Based Behavioral Health Fellowship – City, STATE,
30-week training program that focuses on trauma-based understanding.
Training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and clinical documentation.
09/2018 to 05/2019
Student InternThomas Elementary School – City, STATE,
Manage caseload of 10 students.
Facilitate/Co-Facilitate classes in second step social-emotional learning.
Provide paperwork associated with student development, assessments, behavioral plans.
Collaborate on multidisciplinary teams to implement interventions for students and discuss student’s progress and IEPs.
Guide students from non-productive or negative behaviors through problem-solving, self-control, emotion-regulating, and social skills.
Gained operational knowledge and supported departmental needs
Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement
06/2018 to 05/2019
Graduate AssistantEducational Administration And Higher Education, SIU – City, STATE,
Conduct 4+ hours daily of classroom instruction.
Handle administrative tasks including preparation of syllabus, grading, and lesson plans/assignments.
Post materials in “D2L” and respond to students’ questions posed verbally and electronically.
Facilitate projects and short-term college project teams.
Support departmental processes related to student recruitment and orientation activities.
Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans
Tracked student attendance and calculated impact on grades for those missing excessive days
Education
Expected in 05/2019 to to
Master of Science: Social Work Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Carbondale, IL GPA:
Expected in 05/2018 to to
Bachelor of Science: Social Work Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Carbondale, IL GPA:
Certifications
Illinois Licensed Social Worker
Illinois School Social Work Certification Type 73 (PEL)
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