Compassionate and adaptable School Social Worker with a strong background in trauma-informed practices and student-centered support. Known for building trusted relationships, coordinating with families and school teams, and delivering clear verbal and written communication. Committed to helping students overcome complex challenges and succeed academically and emotionally.
Work History
School Social Worker
6 Years 11 Months
Berwyn South School District 100 | 11.2019 - Current
Deliver individual and group counseling to support student social-emotional needs and academic success.
Conduct crisis intervention and safety assessments, coordinating responsive support plans with staff and families.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support teams to address attendance, behavior, and intervention concerns.
Participate in IEP and 504 meetings, documenting services and recommending appropriate social work supports.
Implement evidence-based programs aimed at improving school climate and promoting positive behavior among students.
School Social Worker
7 Years 2 Months
Burbank School District 111 | 08.2012 - 10.2019
Guided colleagues on trauma-informed practices, strengthening consistency in student support across school settings.
Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
Conducted comprehensive assessments of students' social-emotional functioning to inform interventions and service planning.
Delivered individual and group counseling to support student social-emotional needs and academic success.
Conducted crisis intervention and safety assessments, coordinating responsive support plans with staff and families.
School Social Worker
7 Months
South Central Therapeutic Day School | 12.2011 - 07.2012
Monitored student progress and adjusted intervention strategies to improve engagement and school functioning.
Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
Established supportive relationships with at-risk youth through regular check-ins, goal-setting activities, and consistent follow-up.
Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
School Social Worker
1 Year 2 Months
Namaste Charter School | 05.2010 - 07.2011
Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and support teams to address attendance, behavior, and intervention concerns.
Participated in IEP and 504 meetings, documenting services and recommending appropriate social work supports.
Connected families with community resources, referrals, and wraparound services to reduce barriers to learning.
Monitored student progress and adjusted intervention strategies to improve engagement and school functioning.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Chicago | Chicago, IL
Community Schools Fellow
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA
Dance Minor
Skills
Crisis intervention
Trauma-informed practices
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Social skills training
Verbal and written communication
Student advocacy
Family support
Emotional support
Interests
Yoga
Gardening
Reading
Awards
University of Chicago Community Schools Fellow
Graduated with Honors: Psychology Honors Thesis, Supervising Professor: Dr. Irwin Levin
National Society of Collegiate Scholars Greek Academic Honors Society
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