Experience

Center for Social Justice at WNE School of Law
• United States
• Legal Services
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Legal Extern

  • May 2023 - Present


Hartford Public Schools

• United States
• Education Management
• 400 - 500 Employee

• School Social Worker

  • Nov 2020 - Present

  • Navigate both individual and group counseling and assessments for students’ special education needs and potentials school resources; and child’s progress through the various levels of the educational system • Monitor and improve student attendance and wellness through attendance reviews, home visits; devise and incorporate relevant attendance strategies • Administer various presentations for students, families, and/or staff regarding Erin’s Law, Title IX, social and emotional issues/concerns, and management or other social work relevant topics • Bridge communications with parents/guardians and students to set guidelines and support for improving academic and social wellness • Advise high risk students, conducting risk assessments for students who have made statements of a suicidal or homicidal nature, providing conflict resolution strategies and anger management for students, facilitating crisis intervention • Align objectives between students, families, DCF, outside therapists, and others to record accurate Bio Psychosocial Developmental History and other assessments • Play key role in developing prevention activities and services in the school community Show less



COMPASS Youth Collaborative

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• • Sep 2018 - Dec 2020

  • Oversaw 12 staff, interns, and volunteers responsible for providing case management services to 150 vulnerable youth between the ages of 13-18; planning, assigning, and directing work while complying to agency policies and procedures • Launched and executed a performance management process for all program staff to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with agency standards• Mentored staff through the onboarding process, familiarizing them with the organization, staff, programs, and job duties• Regulated annual financials by ensuring operation within approved budget, administering financial reports and documentation to supervisors, funders, and other stakeholders• Conducted needs assessment and focus groups to develop programs and coordinate all subcontractor activities, program calendar, brochures and educational materials • Liaised cross-functionally with individuals and groups to develop internal and external programs Show less

• • May 2018 - Sep 2018

  • Offered intensive, supportive social casework services to an assigned caseload of 53 high-risk youth and their families• Directed skill building groups on topics including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, self-esteem, social emotional learning and life skills• Conducted school, home, and court visits, documenting all case records according to clinical standards• Coordinated with school personnel, court services personnel, family, and others to develop a detailed, multi-faceted approach to treatment and services Show less



CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Social Worker

  • Oct 2014 - May 2018

  • Demonstrated superior service to individuals and families, conducting home visits, providing counseling, guidance, support, and planning • Garnered a wealth of professional knowledge through administrative case reviews, DCF training and conferences • Prepared clear and concise case histories (medical, physical, social, psychological), court reports, treatment plans, and other documentation • Investigated, evaluated and made recommendations for Juvenile Court on all petitions alleging neglect or abuse of children • Consulted with psychologists, psychiatrists, and other staff to develop and administer treatment plans; and community groups to determine appropriate referrals and develop community resources Show less

• Program Assistant

  • Jul 2012 - Jun 2014