Experience

Donegal School District

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• School Social Worker (Grades 7-12)

  • Aug 2022 - Present

  Performs casework services with students and families to help resolve student's behavioral, social and academic challenges Selects and administers age appropriate assessment methods and materials in order to determine appropriate services Participates in interdisciplinary meetings and discussions with teachers and other personnel to obtain information regarding areas of concern Gather background information on the student's social history by conducting behavioral observations, making home visits, conducting interviews and reviewing school records Serves as a member of building level at-risk teams and works as a team member in making decisions, developing services Conferences with and provides information and support to parents/guardians Conducts staff development regarding issues that impact at-risk students Organizes and conducts specialized programs to include parent training classes and student support activities Conducts specialized individual and group counseling sessions to address specific emotional, social and behavioral needs of students Serves as a liaison between the student, home, school, private counseling facilities, and community resources such as social services, court services and family service agencies Acts as a member of the school crisis team to provide intervention for students, as necessary Compiles monthly reports and maintains accurate case records Communicates case findings and recommendations to teachers and other school personnel as needed. Contributes to the development of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), when appropriate Show less



Families United Network, Inc.

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Permanency Supervisor

  • Jun 2021 - Jul 2022

  Monitor the delivery of adoption servicesProvide supervision to Permanency SpecialistsMonitor case records to ensure complianceInterview, recruit, and train new staffAssume leadership role in consulting and collaborating with foster care staff to ensure positive outcomes for casesCultivate and maintain positive working relationships with referring agenciesAssist workers with effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team Complete Pennsylvania Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN) services as necessary Show less

• Senior Permanency Specialist

  • Aug 2020 - Jun 2021

  Served as a mentor to Permanency SpecialistsAssisted with onboarding and training process for new employeesCompleted Pennsylvania Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN) servicesProvided testimony in court as appropriateConducted sessions with children in a trauma informed mannerDiscussed challenging topics with children and youth, including discussions related to experiences of abuse, neglect, etc.Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary team Show less

• Foster Care Case Manager Intern

  • Aug 2020 - May 2021

  Assisted with the implementation of therapeutic servicesMet with foster families and children placed in their care to monitor progress of placement as well as child’s adjustment Networked with various affiliate agencies to gather input on trends pertaining to placement disruptionParticipated in interdisciplinary team meetings

• Permanency Specialist

  • Jan 2018 - Aug 2020

  Completed Pennsylvania Statewide Adoption and Permanency Network (SWAN) units of service (i.e. Child Specific Recruitment, Child Preparation, Child Profiles, etc.)Functioned as a resource to case managers and agency foster familiesWorked directly with children to find permanency (including with severe medical conditions or mental health diagnoses)Provided comprehensive adoption training to families working toward adoption.

• Group Home Supervisor

  • Mar 2017 - Jan 2018

  Served as a program coach for assigned residentsParticipated in interdisciplinary team meetingsImplemented safety plans for residents at risk of suicideProvided supervision for Youth Advocates on a regular basisPlanned and facilitated weekly life skills group for all residentsDemonstrated competence when working with juvenile sexual offendersServed as a supportive resource for residents struggling with mental illness, substance use, family separation, etc.Advocated for the implementation of services for residents Show less



Alvernia University

• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Student Manager

  • Sep 2012 - May 2016

  Coordinated weekly marketing distribution in order release advertisement in a timely mannerPrepared and designed marketing materials to present upcoming events at the universityServed as a customer service representative (answered telephones, processed payments, etc.)Basic telephone and cash register skills

• Peer Mentor

  • Aug 2013 - Dec 2015

  Met with students one-on-one to provide a smoother transition into college lifeCollaborated and assisted professor with daily in-class activities and discussionsPresented various topics to students (time management, on-campus resources, etc.)



Easy Does It, Inc.

• Leesport, Pennsylvania Area

• Intern

  • Sep 2015 - Apr 2016

  Efficiently completed new resident intakes Planned and facilitated creative and interactive group sessions pertaining to various areas of recovery Assisted with completion of progress notes and case management Efficiently completed new resident intakes Planned and facilitated creative and interactive group sessions pertaining to various areas of recovery Assisted with completion of progress notes and case management



Council on Chemical Abuse

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

• Intern

  • Jan 2015 - Jun 2015

  Served as a member of the Gambling Prevention Planning Committee Assisted in the organization of gambling addiction conference Mentored at-risk adolescents referred to the prevention program for drug/alcohol use, gang affiliation, and/or other at-risk behaviors Served as a member of the Gambling Prevention Planning Committee Assisted in the organization of gambling addiction conference Mentored at-risk adolescents referred to the prevention program for drug/alcohol use, gang affiliation, and/or other at-risk behaviors