Rachel Magnuson
Chicopee
Summary
Enthusiastic independently licensed social worker eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Proficient in individual counseling through relationship-building, providing therapeutic support and progressing towards achievement of person served centered goals. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in the social work field.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Mentor South Bay
2021.07 - Current
- Enhanced person served well-being by developing personalized treatment plans and providing individual, group, and family therapy.
- Improved patient outcomes through the implementation of evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to each person's served needs.
- Collaborative communication with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care.
- Maintained caseload of 25-32 individual sessions per week.
- Developed rapport while creating a safe and trusting therapeutic environment for care.
- Trained and supported new hire employees as a 'Peer Coach.'
Child & Adolescent Outpatient Intern
The Brien Center
2020.09 - Current
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and collaboratively identify treatment goals.
- Developed rapport while creating a safe and trusting environment for care.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to ensure resources were accessible to those in need.
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care and treatment planning.
- Planned, promoted and co-facilitated parent support groups.
Placement Specialist
Westover Job Corps
2020.01 - Current
- Developed and deepened relationships with residential campus students.
- Counseled residents to explore future career goals.
- Facilitated classroom activities to improve interview skills, resume building and assess job readiness.
Behavioral Therapist
Autism Learning Partners
2018.11 - Current
- Supported child/adolescents to succeed in social and educational environments.
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
- Motivated clients to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
- Communicated session barriers and achievements with BCBA.
- Collaborated with parents to ensure family goals were met.
State Home Care Intern
Greater Springfield Senior Services
2019.06 - 2019.12
- Collaborated with consumers and their families to assess situations, limitations and issues and implemented services to address needs.
- Managed case load of 10-15 elders, providing social and emotional support.
- Advocated for services on behalf of consumers.
- Educated case managers on the importance of self-care and mindfulness to adaptively cope with impacts of vicarious trauma and secondary traumatic stress.
Camp Counselor
Behavioral Health Network-Kamp For Kids
2018.05 - 2018.08
- Empowered client to work towards S.M.A.R.T. goals through two week session at camp.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Promoted the well-being of client with and without disabilities, providing accessible activities for all.
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
Residential Service Aid
Atria Assisted Living Facility
2016.01 - 2018.06
- Provided level of care necessary to promote resident safety and well-being while promoting autonomy and self-determination.
- Assisted with daily living tasks such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication management.
- Provided social and emotional support for residents and their families.
Education
Master of Science - Social Worl
Saint Mary's University Of Minnesota
Winona, MN05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Elms College
Chicopee, MA12.2020
High School Diploma -
Rocky Point High School
Rocky Point, NY06.2015
Skills
- Individual counseling
- Organization
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Detail-oriented
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking abilities
- Relationship-Building
- Adaptive
- Empathetic
- Reliable
- Creative
Accomplishments
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
TF-CBT Provider
CPR/First Aid Certified
Volunteer Experience
Autism on the Seas
- Supported families with special needs; cognitive, physical, mental throughout their vacation.
- Aided in transitional periods, provided respite for families and accommodated needs of families and individuals.
Mission Trip
- Volunteered at an elementary school in Santurce, Puerto Rico.
- Assisted in enrichment activities throughout the school day, coaching sports and cleaning of classrooms.
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Mentor South Bay
2021.07 - Current
Child & Adolescent Outpatient Intern
The Brien Center
2020.09 - Current
Placement Specialist
Westover Job Corps
2020.01 - Current
State Home Care Intern
Greater Springfield Senior Services
2019.06 - 2019.12
Behavioral Therapist
Autism Learning Partners
2018.11 - Current
Camp Counselor
Behavioral Health Network-Kamp For Kids
2018.05 - 2018.08
Residential Service Aid
Atria Assisted Living Facility
2016.01 - 2018.06
Master of Science - Social Worl
Saint Mary's University Of Minnesota
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Elms College
High School Diploma -
Rocky Point High School
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