ERICA G. SMITH, MSW

**** ***** **** ******, ***.*07E

Philadelphia, PA 19131

215-***-****

Email: aco4ez@r.postjobfree.com

Career Summary

Articulate and compassionate MSW with experience in Clinical and School Social Work, Crisis

Prevention and Intervention, and Resource Coordination. Experienced in assessment,

advocation, and motivational interviewing. Adept at delivering the highest level of client care.

Qualifications

? Effective in applying appropriate knowledge and theoretical framework models

within social work practice.

? Demonstrated record of accomplishment within diverse client populations in one-

on-one and group settings.

? Trained in Basic Psychopharmacology, Suicide Assessment/Intervention, DSM-

IV & Diagnosis Issues, Ethical Issues in Community Behavioral Health Agencies,

Family and Consumer Perspectives, and Assessment/Intervention in Dual

Diagnosis.

? Skilled in administering biopsychosocial level of care evaluations, team and

consensus building, research and analysis and public speaking.

Experience

Elementary School Social Worker August 2013- November 2014

Walter D. Palmer Leadership Learning Partners Charter School

? Provided developmental and supportive counseling services to elementary school

students with social, emotional and psychological difficulties.

? Identified and provided intervention strategies for children and their families, including

case management and crisis intervention.

? Consulted and collaborated with administrators and teachers to assist in the removal of

barriers to learning and addressed issues that may affect the well-being of the student,

both in and out of the school environment.

? Coordinated school and community resources on behalf of students.

? Organized and implemented parent and teacher trainings and in- service activities.

Field Instructor August 2013- November 2014

Walter D. Palmer Leadership Learning Partners Charter School

? Provided mentoring, instruction, professional guidance and supervision to graduate social

work students

? Demonstrated professional conduct that supported the educational mission of the School,

in conjunction with the development of professionals for social work practice.

? Conducted initial interviews and educational assessments of the prospective student prior

to placement.

? Provided an overall structure for the student placement by creating a well thought-out

learning experience in order to advance the student?s knowledge, practice skills, and

professional autonomy.

? Completed student evaluations at both mid-practicum and at the end of practicum, and

reviewed these evaluations with the student.

Clinical Social Work Intern

Albert Einstein Medical Center, Outpatient Psychiatry August 2012-May 2013

? Conducted individual psychotherapy under the supervision of a licensed clinical

social worker.

? Administered level of care evaluations that assessed the biopsychosocial

indicators of a patient?s chief complaint.

? Presented case material at department case conferences.

? Developed individualized treatment plans and wrote daily progress notes in

accordance with regulatory guidelines.

School Social Work Intern

Walter D. Palmer Leadership Learning Partners Charter School August 2011- May 2012

? Guided students in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their

difficulties.

? Counseled students individually and in-group sessions.

? Planned, organized and lead structured group sessions of counseling, work, study,

recreation and social activities for students.

Adult Blended Case Manager

NHS Human Services July 2009-November 2011

? Advocacy for individuals with co-occurring disorders.

? Development and implementation of individual service plans

? Crisis prevention and intervention.

Education

Temple University- Philadelphia, PA

Master of Social Work

May 2013

Concentration: Clinical Practice

Specialization: Health and Mental Health

Delaware State University- Dover, DE

Bachelor of Arts Degree

May 2007

Major: Broadcast Journalism

Minor: Sociology: Criminal Justice (24 Credits)

Professional Affiliations

? National Association of Social Workers

? Philadelphia Connections Enhanced Placement Program

? Dean's List Member

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