Human Resources High School

Courtney Lynn Allen

** ****** **** ****, ********* Massachusetts, 01077 860-***-****

EDUCATION

Salve Regina University, Newport, RI

Bachelor of Science, 2010

Major: Social Work

Minor: Spanish

Torrington High School, Torrington, CT

Graduated 2006, National Honor Society

Student Council Member

Captain, Varsity Track/Cross Country Teams

SELECT COURSEWORK

Working With Children and Youth Trauma and Intervention

Human Behavior and Diversity Human Sexuality across the

Lifespan

International Social Work Violence in the Workplace

INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE

Social Work Intern, Forest Farm Health Care Center, Middletown, RI.

2009-2010

• Completed year long assignment in residential rehabilitation elder care facility

• Managed case load of ten residents, conducting daily visits and status checks

• Performed mini mental assessments; documented progress notes and

completed social histories

• Reviewed admissions paperwork; and interacted with patients to provide

support

• Observed and collaborated with LCSW to apply crisis intervention skills with

angry patients

Social Work Intern, Sullivan Elementary School and Family Center, Newport,

RI. 2008-2009

• Co-led primarily on ‘The Backpack Program’ providing food for

undernourished children

• Coordinated with the Rhode Island Food Bank on food deliveries for children

in need

• Empowered families to identify and connect with other support services in the

area for resources

• Created an after school group and instructed on topics such as diversity and

cultural competency

• Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills and gained

practical understanding of social work theories such as engagement, advocacy,

transference and counter- transference

HUMAN SERVICE EXPERIENCE

Residential Instructor and Teachers Aide, The Kolburne School, New Marlborough,

MA 01230

2010- Present

• Provide therapeutic attention and environments for students with emotional,

behavioral, learning and developmental disabilities

• Provide one to one support for students while in school using a creative

approach to allow learning

Student Aide, Office of Human Resources, Salve Regina University, Newport,

RI.2007- 2010

• Provided administrative and logistical support in coordinating social and

wellness events

• Assisted with coordinating job opportunities, dining services, and activities for

employees and students

Camp Counselor, Camp Rising Star, WYSB, Winsted/Torrington, CT. Summer

2009

• Delegated tasks for at risk children and teens while developing manners and

appropriate social behavior

• Fostered social skill development by allowing children to work in a stable

group: they had to cooperate, work together, and form bonds with one another

• Processed social skills, confidence, education, and safety with children and

youth in daily reflection groups

• Coordinated and choreographed dance recital for thirty children

• Earned CPR, First Aid, and Med Administration certifications

SKILLS AND INTERESTS

• Fluent in Spanish and American Sign Language.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and SPSS.

• Coping mechanisms include: dance, music, running, and reading.

• Worked several jobs throughout college to help finance education.

• Member of Social Work Club, 2006-present.

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