1. Karen Budzenski
28 Coles Street
Glen Cove, NY 11542
kbudskii@gmail.com
(516) 322-3268
CREDENTIALS & EDUCATION
Sept 2014 Licensed Master Social Worker – NYS Education Department
May 2014 MSW - Clinical Social Work: Adelphi University
May 2012 MA - School Psychology: Adelphi University
May 2008 BA - Child & Family Studies: SUNY at Oneonta
EXPERIENCE
New Frontiers in Learning
Academic Coach Feb 2015 –Present
 Provide direct academic, social, emotional and transitional supports to NFiL students.
 Conduct individual sessions with students to ensure the maintenance of their course work as
well as provide tutoring in specific subjects.
 Assist students in the development of executive functioning skills, including, but not limited
to organizing learning materials, structuring study time outside of sessions, initiating and
editing assignments, etc.
 Aide students in the process of accessing and utilizing accommodations.
Long Island University - Post Learning Support Center/Counseling Center
Social Work Intern Sept 2013 – May 2014
 Responsible for in-depth analysis and treatment of clients, while also contributing to and
initiating campus-wide enrichment programs.
 Provided individual psychotherapy using an ego psychological treatment model.
 Created / co-facilitated program focused on socialization and expression through music.
 Conducted intake sessions and completed detailed reports regarding clients.
 Participated in case conferences and case assignment meetings.
Federation of Organizations
Social Work Intern Jan 2013 – Aug 2013
 Responsible for facilitating groups using expressive art and crisis intervention. Collaborated
with treatment teams and medical providers while adhering to OMH policies and standards.
 Treated residents using supportive counseling, behavioral intervention and restorative
services.
 Analyzed and established long-term service plans for residents.
 Prepared and reviewed Medicaid billing notes.
West Babylon Senior High School; South Bay Elementary School; Willis Avenue School
Psychology Intern Sept 2010 – June 2012
 Administered comprehensive initial and reevaluation psychological evaluations.
 Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
 Collected data, observations, and Functional Behavioral Analyses to develop Behavior
Intervention Plans.
 Presented cognitive assessment results to Committee on Special Education.
 Participated in Instructional Support Team meetings regarding behavior and progress.
Tutor Time Child Care Center
Teacher’s Assistant Nov 2008 – May 2010
 Worked hands-on with students to improve reading and writing skills.
 Administered progress evaluations
 Maintained thorough portfolios of student progress.