January 2019 - Present
Macro Social Work Intern
"For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others." Nelson Mandela
Hello!
I am a Social Work professional with a diverse background in counseling, community advocacy and program development. With over ten years of direct practice experience, I possess excellent client evaluation skills and the ability to assist constituents with accessing relevant community resources. I also serve as community liaison and advocate for University Students and have assisted in developing policies surrounding issues of diversity, inclusion and student focused programming.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
February 2019 - Present
Case Study Research Student
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH
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Explore the Use of Critical Reflection and Technology in Assessment
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Utilize technology to assess healthy, safety and accessibility for various populations; while identifying, acknowledging, and reflecting on biases and experiences to improve practice and assessment.
January 2019 - Present
Macro Social Work Intern
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
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Develop evidence-based policy and procedures around safety, inclusion, suicide prevention and programming for the Social Service Annex (SSA)
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Outline SSA service definitions
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Gather and analyze data regarding SSA outcomes and efficacy, and develop a program sustainability proposal
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Develop and design SSA branding
September 2018 - December 2018
Clinical Social Work Intern
SERENITY SAFE HAVEN OUTPATIENT CLINIC
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Conducted individual and family intake interviews, clinical assessments and comprehensive behavioral health evaluations of patients using the biopsychosocial model.
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Assisted in developing treatment plans.
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Provided psychotherapy and crisis counseling based on clinical practice guidelines.
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Coordinated and implemented discharge plans.
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Coordinated and provided referral services.
May 2016 - August 2017
Income Maintenance Caseworker
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
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Interviewed clients, processed applications, and assessed eligibility for assistance benefits including SNAP, Medical Assistance and TANF for residents of the Philadelphia and Thorndale areas.
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Reviewed current public policies to ensure correct benefit issuance, educated clients of their rights and responsibilities and referred clients to local community resources.
November 2015 - May 2016
Clerk Typist, II
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
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Assisted clients with case documents and reporting changes to open cases.
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Performed file clearances, case initiations/budget/support inquiries, case alerts, and case narratives for residents of the Philadelphia area.
EDUCATION
August 2017 - May 2020
Master's Degree
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Master of Social Work
Concentration: Macro Practice with Organizations, Communities & Policy Arenas
August 2000 - December 2003
Bachelor's Degree
CHEYNEY UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude
Major: Social Relations & Biology, December 2003
Keystone Honors Academy Scholar, Richard Humphreys Scholar
September 1996 - June 2000
High School Diploma
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL OF PHILADELPHIA
Diploma, June 2000
Presidential Service Award
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
July 2018 – August 2018
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May 2018
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March 2018
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September 2012 - June 2014
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September 2012 - June 2014
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September 2012 - June 2014
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May 2013 - August 2013
Teacher, Missions Trip, Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
Guest, The Dr. Emeka Show, WURD radio 900AM, Philadelphia, PA
Organizer, Project Open Arms Outreach Bookbag Drive, Philadelphia, PA
Volunteer Delivery Driver, WEC International, Fort Washington, PA
Volunteer Delivery Driver, Victory Outreach Food Pantry, Philadelphia, PA
Volunteer Delivery Driver, Sunday Breakfast Men’s Shelter, Philadelphia, PA
Student Intern, Covenant House of PA, Philadelphia, PA
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS
Microsoft Office - Advanced
Microsoft Office - Advanced
Spanish - Intermediate
Adobe Photoshop - Advanced
Relias Crisis Management Training
Relias First Aid & CPR Refresher Course
Mandated Child Abuse Training Certification
EXPERTISE
CLINICAL INTERVENTIONS
COGNITIVE BEHAVIOR THERAPIES
SOCIAL LEARNING THEORY
MINDFULNESS
STRENGTHS FOCUSED
CLIENT CENTERED
ADVOCACY & LEADERSHIP
EXCELLENT SERVICE LEADERSHIP
DIPLOMACY & CONFLICT RESOLUTIONS
CUSTOMER RETENTION
CRISIS MANAGEMENT
POLICY & PROCEDURE DEVELOPMENT
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EDUCATION
GIFTED TEACHER
ABLE TO SIMPLIFY THE COMPLEX
DISCERN TRENDING COMPETENCIES
DEVELOP CUSTOM PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS & IMPROVE INDIVIDUAL/GROUP DEFICIENCIES
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