Alessandra Pedroza
Woodridge
Summary
Talented school social worker familiar with proper evaluation, diagnostic and counseling standards. Excellent attention to detail, communication and relationship-building abilities. Several years of education experience in public and private settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
School Social Worker
Britten School
Westchester
05.2021 - Current
- Maintained confidential records regarding student assessments, evaluations, goals achieved and not achieved.
- Managed parent support groups addressing topics such as positive discipline and parenting styles.
- Worked with teachers, administrators, students, parents and external support agencies to maximize treatment success.
- Assisted in the development of IEPs for students with special needs.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to solve problems, set and achieve goals and improve communication skills.
Behavioral Health Associate
Timberline Knolls
Lemont
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss case information and develop treatment goals.
- Counseled clients or patients individually or in group sessions to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life or making changes.
- Assisted in developing and implementing treatment plans for patients with various mental health disorders.
Education
Master of Arts - School Social Worker
Aurora University
Aurora, IL05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05-2019
Skills
- Record management
- Parent support groups
- Collaborative communication
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Team collaboration
- Documentation and reporting
- Leading team meetings
Timeline
School Social Worker
Britten School
05.2021 - Current
Behavioral Health Associate
Timberline Knolls
01.2019 - 04.2021
Master of Arts - School Social Worker
Aurora University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Xavier University