MSW Mental Health/Wellness Center Intern at Colton Joint Unified School District (2025-12 – 2026-05)
- Provided individual counseling to address emotional and behavioral concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, and communication skills that are impacted in the home and school environments
- Collaborated with LCSW supervisor to provide an accurate diagnosis and develop a specific treatment plan to meet client needs and develop individual goals
- Engaged collaboratively with colleagues to provide group counseling to educate and bring awareness on social skills and self-regulation skills
- Ensured timely and professional completion of all documentation to ensure accuracy and client confidentiality
- Worked collaboratively with MSW intern peers, school staff, and parents to provide appropriate services and establish rapport with a client-centered approach
- Monitored client progress and conducted evaluation to ensure the effectiveness of mental health services in a school environment
- Reviewed progress weekly with clients related to individual goals and provided referrals as needed for support and assistance
- Contributed to crisis intervention efforts within the school district including creating safety plans and communicating with caregivers and other school staff to ensure safety
- Served at a high school wellness center as a point of contact for students, providing check-in support and provided education on self-regulation and de-escalation techniques to promote a safe and supportive environment
- Worked closely with ACSW to ensure operation of the wellness center and provided additional support for small groups
MSW Mental Health Intern at Ontario-Montclair School District: Health & Wellness Services (2024-08 – 2025-05)
- Established rapport with clients to create a safe and positive environment
- Provided individual and group counseling services to students in elementary and middle school to enhance physical, emotional, and mental well-being
- Conducted bio-psycho-social assessments, risk assessments, and mental status exams with students
- Developed treatment plans and set goals with clients to promote self-sufficiency
- Utilized evidence-based interventions to clients to develop life and coping skills, work on challenges, and improve outcomes
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team consisting of school staff, counselor, parent and teacher regarding student progress
- Provided psychoeducation to parents and students on topics such as social-emotional learning, cognitive behavioral therapy, coping skills, and mindfulness
- Advocated for clients and families in understanding their rights and resources available to them in the community
BSW Case Management Intern at Ontario-Montclair School District: Health & Wellness Services (2021-08 – 2022-04)
- Conducted needs assessments with parents to determine needs for resources
- Maintained contact with clients, school counselors, etc. via phone and email to follow up and update on connecting to resources in the community
- Connected families with referrals to basic community resources such as clothing, food, counseling, housing resources, etc.
- Submitted progress notes and documentation for each client, including assessment and service plan toward client goals
- Updated information through interpersonal communication with community partners on available resources
- Assisted in event to encourage parents to seek out agency for resources in their community
