Nakita Sconsoni

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EDUCATION

University of New Hampshire – Durham, NH May 2017

Bachelor of Science in Social Work

Honors GPA: 3.52

University of New Hampshire – Durham, NH May 2020

Master of Social Work

Advanced Standing GPA: 4.00

Dean’s List: Fall 2015 – Spring 2020

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

Medical Administration License May 2014-Present

CPR and First Aid Certification May 2014- Present

CEU- Prevention of Community Practice March 2020

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Direct Support Professional - Communitas – Wakefield, MA May 2014- Present

Care for 1-5 adults with developmental disabilities in a group home setting with responsibilities including: management of financials, grocery/personal shopping, education on appropriate social interactions, facilitation of group home activities, clerical/organizational tasks, completion of progress notes, engagement in medical appointments and communication with insurance companies/health care professionals, and observing/responding to any other health care needs.

Taking on leadership tasks by successfully directing a group home of 3 individuals

Continuously reinforcing time management, critical thinking, social perceptiveness, and active listening skills to ensure the health and safety of the residents

Collaborating with behavior specialists/guardians and complying with QUEST protocols

Collaborative Care Graduate Intern - Center for Life Management (CLM) – Salem/Derry, NH June 2019-May 2020

Provided 1:1 solution-focused therapy, educational/functional support, and crisis intervention services to individuals dually diagnosed with a mental health disorder as well as a developmental/intellectual disability, autism, or traumatic brain injury.

Conducted psychoeducation groups to help build greater use of coping skills, improve abilities in regard to adaptation to change and emotion regulation, and enhance self-esteem.

Collaborated with South-Central Public Health Network to address areas such as substance misuse, suicide prevention, access to health care, and advocacy.

Maintained detailed progress notes, devised comprehensive treatment plans, developed outreach newsletters, and researched grant opportunities

Conducted presentations regarding mindfulness and self-care to be shared throughout CLM and to patients at Northeast Rehab.

Undergraduate PEEP Intern - Mary C. Dondero School – Portsmouth, NH September 2017- May 2017

Provided 1:1 and small group support to students (Preschool-First Grade). Aided teachers in managing disruptive behaviors, performed de-escalation techniques, and promoted student’s use of interpersonal communication skills

Worked 1:1 with Fourth Grade student to overcome his anxiety and increase his flexibility by role playing appropriate and impactful conversations between him and his peers

Collaborated with Speech Language Pathologist to help students practice their speech skills outside of therapy appointments.

CAMPUS & LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES

Member - UNH: Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity – Durham, NH March 2015- May 2017

Participated in organizing charitable events including Relay for Life and fundraisers for the fraternity itself.

Volunteered in a variety of service work especially at Waysmeet Food Pantry

Provided references to the community about social/health related services in the area that could be available to them.

Member - UNH: Red Cross Club – Durham, NH September 2016 - May 2017

Participated in and collaborated ideas for fundraising events to promote the club and its respective blood drives.

Attended/Assisted with the set-up, take down, and coordination of blood drives.

Worked with donors to ensure all their questions and concerns were addressed and needs were met.

Member - UNH: Social Work Community Organizing Event – Durham, NH February 2016-May 2016

Organized an event that spread awareness about student loan debt by working collaboratively with fellow students.

Researched and made outreach to local banks and alumni that would be willing to speak at the event

Problem solved creatively, logically, and practically in order to ensure the event was successful

Handled multiple demands for commitment of time, energy, and resources

Sawyer Hall Floor Representative - UNH: Hall Council –Durham, NH September 2014- May 2015

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