Social Worker
Resume:
Aimee Ascolese
Email: *************@*****.***
Phone: 732-***-****
Baltimore, Maryland
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW): Specialization: Management and Policy,
Area of Emphasis: Illness, Disability, & Loss
Rutgers University: 536 George Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901
Graduated: May 2020
Bachelor of Science (BS): Major: Family and Human Services, Minor: Applied Disability Studies
Towson University: 8000 York Road, Towson, Maryland 21252
Graduated: May 2018
Work Experience
The Mental Health Association of Monmouth County: Case Manager: August 2019-August 2020
DCP&P Wrap-Around & Social Services Programs: Tinton Falls, New Jersey
-Conducted intake and discharge procedures
-Created and updated treatment/service plans with clients
-Connected clients to applicable resources in the community and ensured continuity of care
-Collaboration with and referral to other agencies and providers
-Conducted program evaluation and tracked client progress
The Center for Lifelong Learning: Instructional Aide: Parlin, New Jersey 2017-2018
-Assisted students with disabilities with educational, physical, social, ADL, and motor skills
-Evaluated student progress and tracked data
-Participated in behavior intervention as needed
-Maintained procedures and organization of classrooms
Nickerson’s Restaurant: Manager: Keansburg, New Jersey 2013-2019
-Managed 40-50 employees per season
-Conducted interviews and participated in hiring procedures
-Completed inventory, scheduling, and payroll on a regular basis
Internship Experience
The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities: September 2019-May 2020
New Brunswick, New Jersey
-Conducted policy research and analysis
-Updated/created resources and publications such as Community Resource Flow Charts, Grief and Loss Resources, and The Voting Guide
-Analyzed grants and funding streams
-Attended various applicable workshops and trainings
The Mental Health Association of Monmouth County: September 2018-June 2019
Tinton Falls, New Jersey
-Performed case management with the DCP&P Wrap-Around Program
-Co-facilitated & facilitated weekly support groups for families of individuals with serious mental health diagnoses
-Participated in planning for workshops, meetings, and events
-Assisted with administrative tasks and new referrals
-Participated in quality assurance, program evaluation, and client statistics
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Maryland: Baltimore, Maryland 2017
-Assisted with event planning and production for a large fundraising event
-Aided in volunteer coordination before and during events
-Performed data entry for the donor and volunteer databases
-Organized tax/donor records and wrote/mailed donor thank you letters
-Project development and house operations
-Assisted with planning for the design & construction of the new house (since completed)
The Law Office of Carl Gold (Specializing in Family Law): Towson, Maryland 2017
-Attended client meetings & court cases
-Researched resources for clients as needed
-Reviewed and summarized case files
The Odyssey Online- Writer: Towson, Maryland 2016
-Wrote and published 500-word articles weekly
Fellowship Programs
Rutgers, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, NJLEND Fellow: September 2019-May 2020
(New Jersey Leadership Education on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities)
New Brunswick, New Jersey
-Attended weekly Didactic Seminars on topics related to the field
-Participated in interdisciplinary discussions and evaluation on key issues
-Completed a research project presented at The Annual Maternal and Child Health Symposium
-Attended various trainings, observations, and tours relevant to DD, including a family mentorship and observation of a Chronic Illness Management Program
International Experience
Service-Learning Study Abroad Program: Rishon LeZion, Israel Summer 2019
-Completed internship with Beit Michal Group Home for adults with disabilities
-Assisted in the planning and implementation for a new activity space for residents to use
-Conducted weekly sessions to teach some basic sign language and a communication app on an iPad/tablet
-Completed internship with Nesher Club (support group for adults with mental illness)
-Assisted in setup & implementation of activities such as yoga and the arts
-Discussion of Israeli mental health policy with the Director
Volunteer Experience
The Baltimore Lab School: Service-Learning Intern: Baltimore, Maryland 2017
-Created learning tools for students with various learning disabilities
-Planned and facilitated a weekly STEM activity for middle school students
-Provided administrative assistance
Pathfinders for Autism: Baltimore, Maryland 2017
-Assisted with registration and setup for events in the community
The Hussman Center for Adults with Autism: Mentor: Baltimore, Maryland 2016
-Helped adult participants voice their ideas during a social program
-Participated in weekly meetings to discuss participant progress
Art with a Heart: Baltimore, Maryland 2015
-Prepared materials and plans for projects in the community
-Assisted youth of various ages with art projects
Training and Certification
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) – currently in the process of being transferred to Maryland licensure*
Certificate in Human Services Management from the NSWM 2020
HIPAA Training through Rutgers MSW Program 2020
CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) 2019
for Substance Abuse
CPI Crisis Intervention Training 2016
Various trainings, workshops, and conferences relating to mental health, developmental disabilities, and legislative advocacy
Organization Memberships
TigerTHON: Fundraising Initiative & Event for Johns Hopkins Children’s Center: 2017-2018
Family & Hospital Relations Chair
Active Minds (Mental Health Awareness Club) 2015-2018
Student Council on Family Relations 2015-2018
Pre-Law Society- Vice President 2015-2016
Awards
Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society 2020
NJLEND Interdisciplinary Fellowship 2019-2020
Rutgers University Fiddle Fellowship/Scholarship 2019-2020
Rutgers University Study Abroad Scholarship 2019
With Distinction Honors: Rutgers University 2020
Cum Laude Latin Honors: Towson University 2018
References
Susan Ellien, MSW, Knowledge Translation & Grant Development Specialist, The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities: *******@*****.*******.***
Deborah Spitalnik, PhD., Director, The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities: ********@*****.*******.***
Dustin Knoblauch, LCSW, Intensive Family Support Services Coordinator, The Mental Health Association of Monmouth County: **********@********************.***
Maria Leary, NJLEND Program Staff, The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities: ******@***********.*******.***
Patricia Shelton, Colleague, NJLEND Interdisciplinary Trainee, Research Assistant at The Boggs Center & Child Health Institute of NJ, Medical Student: ******@*****.*******.***
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