Social Worker

Deborah Sacco-Invencio MSW,LCSW

* ****** *****, ***** *******, MA 01864 • 781-***-**** • *******@*******.***

Professional Summary

Highly motivated and skilled social worker with early childhood background. More than fifteen years of experience working with children and families.

Organized

Reliable

Accurate

Flexible

Cooperative

Great communicator

Empowering

Team Player

Hard working

Empathetic

Work History

Service Coordinator-Social Worker, LCSW, 12/2000 -7/2021

Criterion-Stoneham Early Intervention Program – Woburn, MA

Provided service coordination to assigned caseload.

Developed individual service plans.

Participated in screenings, assessments, child groups, parent groups, center visits and home visits as part of a transdisciplinary team.

Led educational child groups and parent support groups.

Maintained appropriate communication with physicians, clinics, DCF, and other community agencies participating in child's care.

Participated in in-service, team meetings and other planning meetings as assigned.

Assisted families in locating and accessing community support resources.

Family Therapy Intern 1999-2000

New England Rehabilitation Hospital-Woburn, MA

Provided family, individual and group therapy to patients with brain injuries, cardiac, and pulmonary diseases.

Assessed the impact of illness on patient and family.

Co-facilitated a support group for patients with brain injuries.

Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings and family conferences.

Consulted with case managers, nurses, physicians, occupational, physical, and speech therapists about psychosocial needs of patients and families.

Rehabilitation Counselor/ Outreach Coordinator 1998-1999

Tri-City Mental Health Center-Malden, MA

Conducted outreach to individuals with disabilities in the community.

Developed and facilitated a vocational exploration group.

Provided opportunities for social interaction and led activities.

Employment Specialist 1994-1998

Assisted individuals in seeking community employment.

Developed individual employment placement plans for individuals with disabilities.

Identified and contacted prospective supported work employers.

Marketed employment placement services and developed job leads.

Maintained ongoing contact with individuals in job placement, monitored job performance, and provided individual counseling.

Provided on the job training and travel skills.

Coordinated team meetings with individuals and their family members to follow up on progress and employment satisfaction.

Developed and led educational focus groups.

Trained and supervised janitorial work crews.

Child Care Social Worker Intern 1997-1998

Catholic Charities-Family Day Program Care -Somerville, MA

Provided clinical services for children enrolled in program and held family meetings to discuss treatment goals.

Completed intake and placement of children referred for childcare services through the Department of Children and Families

Assessed family strengths and needs during enrollment and monitored progress of children in care.

Coordinated childcare services with collateral services including DCF, Early Intervention, and mental health agencies.

Supported the development of parenting skills through home visiting.

Organized and co-led childrens social skills play groups.

Assessed in coordination with childcare staff the need to file 51-A of children enrolled in program and filed reports as needed.

Education

MSW-Social Work-2000

Simmons College- Boston, MA

Bachelor of Arts-Psychology-1994

Northeastern University-Boston, MA

Affiliations

Member-National Association of Social Workers. Massachusetts Chapter, 2000-present

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