Angela Puma
Licensed Social Worker @New Jersey Reentry Corporation
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WORK HISTORY
Licensed Social Worker @New Jersey Reentry Corporation
Jersey City, NJ, US
Present workshops/facilitate groups engaging topics related to mental health, substance abuse/use and trauma. Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and responsible for enrolling clients into the program.Lead Case Assessment Review Team (CART)(biweekly multi-team meetings)Development of individual service plans specific to each clientProvide ongoing case management and coordination of community referralsManage crisis intervention-ensure appropriate incident report documentationOngoing use of strength based and trauma informed approach to servicesSupervise and serve as a liason for social work intern students at the site, development of curriculum in line with social work competencies.Strong knowledge of the legal justice system, policies procedures and social justice matters.Link client with substance abuse and mental health treatment-inclusion of Medication Assisted TreatmentCollaboration and development of a routine Hudson County Orientation week schedule with community presenters Function in the role of lead social worker, cofacilitating with clinical director the monthly social worker meetings and providing ongoing mentorship.Strengthen Hudson County community outreach to collateral resourcesParticipate in the onboard process for incoming staff for New Jersey Reentry Corp. Ensure planning of successful social worker coverage across all 8 NJRC site locations.
EDUCATION
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Rutgers University
Masters
Seton Hall University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
SKILLS
ABOUT ANGELA PUMA
Compassionate and dedicated social worker. Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others achieve personal autonomy. Provides support and advocacy for vulnerable populations ( reentry population, persons with substance use disorder and mental health, adolescence, at risk youth and families).
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