Kwameisha Shabazz
LMSW Examination Passed – New York State (License Pending)
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About
Dedicated social worker with advanced clinical experience providing community-based and school-based mental health services to underserved populations. Demonstrates strong competency in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and interdisciplinary collaboration within high-acuity settings.
Experience
Social Work Intern - Bronx ACT Team (ICL) - Bronx, NY
(2025-01 - 2026-12)
- Delivered community-based mental health services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness within an ACT model
- Conducted in-home wellness assessments to monitor psychiatric stability and treatment adherence
- Navigated Medicaid, transportation, and food access systems to reduce barriers to care
- Utilized de-escalation techniques and coordinated emergency interventions during crises
- Collaborated in interdisciplinary treatment planning and case conferencing
Social Work Intern - Eagle Academy for Young Men
(2024-01 - 2025-12)
- Provided counseling support to adolescents addressing behavioral and emotional challenges
- Facilitated conflict mediation to improve communication and accountability
- Participated in interdisciplinary student support planning
- Completed mandated CPS reporting in compliance with ethical standards
Research Intern - McNair Scholars Program
(2023-01 - 2023-12)
- Conducted research on Autism in Pakistan with focus on cross-cultural mental health
- Presented findings at a national conference (University of New Mexico)
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work - Hunter College (2026-12)
Doctor of Social Work - Social Work - Capella University (2026-07)
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology - Iona University (2024-12)
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assistant - Everest College (2014-12)
