Recent Master of Social Work graduate eager to contribute hands-on experience and strong academic foundation to a progressive organization.

         Strong organizational abilities with a track record of handling highly sensitive cases, assessing patients and devising individualized treatment plans to promote mental wellbeing.

         Dynamic interpersonal communication skills, key to forming positive relationships with diverse populations and providing highly effective, individualized counseling.

         Recognized for the ability to promptly establish rapport and educate patients / family members on treatment / prevention methods.

         Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Master Degree in Social Work, Ramapo College of New Jersey; 2017

Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society Member | Dean s List

Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Ramapo College of New Jersey; 2015

Honor Roll | Dean s List

Associate Degree in Human Services, Passaic Community College of New Jersey; 2011

Licensed Social Worker (LSW); Anticipated March 2018

Psychological First Aid

Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Assessment, Diagnosis, and Pharmacotherapy

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Relapse Prevention

COD Overview, Comorbidity, and Integrated Treatment

New Jersey AIDS Services, Morris Plains, NJ 2013-Present

         Recipient of full time employment opportunity after demonstrating strong work ethic and capabilities throughout tenure as an intern.

         Leverage strong social work knowledge to appropriately assess HIV patients to determine needs and devise individualized treatment plans.

         Collaborate extensively with team members to provide assistance to individuals living with HIV; aid individuals with home finding and harm reduction strategies.

         Continually update patient treatment plans based on current progress.

         Complete in-depth training on various social work and substance abuse treatment methods.

         Facilitate various types of support groups specific to needs.

Bergen Regional Medical Center, Behavioral Health Services, Paramus, NJ 2016-2017

Adult Inpatient Psychiatric MSW Intern

         Gained valuable exposure to effective social work techniques; responsible for conducting in-depth biopsychosocial assessments and creating individualized treatment plans.

         Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication abilities while conducting individual, group and family therapy sessions.

         Promoted growth, development and general well-being for patients suffering from various behavioral issues.

         Maintained strict adherence to hospital policies and procedures while maintaining utmost patient confidentiality.

         Used strong organizational skills to maintain detailed patient records, track progress and maintain adherence to treatment plans.

Cooperate Communications, West Caldwell, NJ 2007-2010

         Demonstrated an ability to complete assigned tasks on-time in a deadline driven environment.

         Leveraged excellent organizational and coordination skills to provide direct support to Account Executive.

Jersey Associates Realty, Passaic, NJ 2005-Present

         Utilize strong interpersonal communication skills to continually grow existing book of business, form positive relationships with clients and deliver top-notch service.

         Exemplify a strong attention to detail while reviewing contractual agreements to ensure favorable terms for buyers and sellers.