My name is Melissa Schneider and I am extremely eager to further my career and education in becoming a licensed clinical social worker. I would like to conduct group and individual therapy with children, adolescents, adults and families. I have recently graduated with my MSW from the University of Pittsburgh and currently hold a license in social work in the state of Pennsylvania and Virginia. I have also applied to be a licensed graduate social worker in Washington D.C. and I am still waiting for the final confirmation of that transfer.

1. Melissa Schneider
 2250 Clarendon Blvd. #308  Arlington, VA  (412) 401-8785  mschneider5231@gmail.com
EDUCATION
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA May 2016
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Cumulative GPA: 3.85/4.0
Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA May 2013
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Minor in Human Development and Family Studies
Cumulative GPA: 3.7/4.0
Licensure: Social Worker 0903002403 Expiration: June 30 2017
Graduate Social Worker LG50081886
SOCIAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Jewish Community Center, Fairfax, VA June 2016 - August 2016
Camp Kadima
Head Counselor
 Worked with children aged 6-11 inside of a social skills therapy camp
 Camp aimed to increase children’s social competence, self-awareness, and problem solving strategies
 Campers were diagnosed with a range of mental health disorders including ASD and down syndrome
 Provided therapeutic support using books, art and play therapy
 Assisted with social skills lessons, behavior modification, and redirecting when needed
Wesley Spectrum Services, Pittsburgh, Pa January 2016 - April 2016
Wesley Spectrum High-School 9-12
Social Work Internship
 Team Member of the partial hospital program in alternative high school
 Provided assistance/support to students with conduct disorders and various mental health issues
 Participated in team treatment meetings to discuss appropriate action
 Conducted 50-minute individual therapy sessions with teenagers
 Provided therapeutic support using Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
 Wrote and summarized therapy notes in “Credible” documentation system
 Helped students to form personal goals built on their strengths
Wesley Spectrum Services,Pittsburgh, Pa August 2015 - January 2016
School BasedBehavioral Health
Social Work Internship
 Worked in the emotional needs classroom of the Upper St. Clair High School
 Conducted 30-minute individual therapy sessions with teenagers suffering from mental health issues
 Created and implemented weekly anxiety group therapy sessions
 Administered and reviewed a Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) to students
 Participated in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings and Wesley Spectrum training workshops
 Helped students to apply for colleges, scholarships, and accommodations for disabilities

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Pittsburgh Public Schools, Pittsburgh, Pa October 2014 –May 2015
Office of College and Career Readiness
Social Work Internship
 Motivated students from low-income and racial minority families to pursue a higher education
 Facilitated offering of SAT prep course to junior class students at Pittsburgh Milliones
 Worked with students and their families in a truancy intervention program
 Created and implemented the PPS college and career readiness webpage
 Assisted manager with miscellaneous tasks related to social work
 Participated in group conferences related to gearing students towards a higher education
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Keystone Fundraising, Washington, D.C. August 2013- March 2014
Team Lead
 Fundraised on behalf of Children International, a non-profit benefitting underprivileged children
 Located and motivated potential donors to participate in child sponsorship
 Interacted and inspired a wide range of diverse individuals
 Responsible for recruiting and training new employees
 Presented charity updates and field skills to the office
Summer Study Programs, State College, Pa July 2013- August 2013
Classroom Instructor, Staff Advisor
 Independently created an Introduction to Psychology curriculum and delivered lectures
 Taught 3 sections of the course to 70 students
 Organized and supervised a variety of sports, recreational and social activities
 24-hour commitment for 4 weeks as an onsite counselor
 Directly responsible for 15 teenage girls as a resident assistant
The Tides Program, State College, PA January 2012- June 2012
Undergraduate Intern
 Offered support to grieving children, teenagers and adults
 Engaged in activities during meetings with those in need of emotional support
 Supervised groups of 10 children
 Gained hands on experience and knowledge interacting with children and families with recent trauma
Mount Lebanon Recreation Department, Pittsburgh, PA Summer 2010 & 2011
Camp Counselor
 Assisted in supervising 40 children aged 5-9 in half-day playground program
 Designed games, art projects, and weather-appropriate entertainment
 Participants included several special needs children
Temple Emanuel Religious School, Pittsburgh, PA August 2008- June 2009
Teaching Assistant
 Assisted Fourth Grade teacher in presenting material to a class of 20 boys and girls
 Mediated and resolved all conflicts arising between students
 Oversaw attendance and maintained tardy excuses and early dismissals