JESSICA SHIN
Vienna
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5+ years of experience in trauma-informed mental health services, youth program development, and team supervision. Proven track record in delivering impactful individual and group counseling, managing community-based initiatives, and aligning program goals with funding and compliance requirements. Committed to culturally responsive, equity-centered approaches that foster youth resilience, safety, and empowerment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gun Violence Prevention Coordinator & Clinician
Challenge Discovery Projects
09.2021 - Current
- Provide individual and group therapy to youth impacted by trauma using evidence-based and play therapy techniques.
- Lead a team of facilitators delivering SEL and violence prevention programming in Richmond middle schools.
- Created and implemented trauma-informed curricula aligned with community needs and youth voice.
- Built partnerships with schools and stakeholders to coordinate services and monitor program success.
- Developed performance metrics and conducted evaluations to inform continuous quality improvement.
- Managed program budgets and grant deliverables, ensuring accountability and strategic alignment.
- Delivered weekly groups in juvenile detention centers focused on emotional regulation and reintegration.
- Supervised MSW interns, offering clinical oversight, mentoring, and professional development.
Community-Based Counselor & Assistant Auditor
Counseling Alliance of Virginia, LLC
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Provided intensive in-home services, parent coaching, and therapeutic mentoring to diverse clients, supporting behavioral health stabilization and family cohesion.
- Created individualized treatment plans integrating trauma-informed strategies and client strengths.
- Collaborated with community partners and referral agencies to ensure holistic support.
- Conducted Medicaid audits for clinical documentation, ensuring compliance and service fidelity.
Residential Specialist
Intercept Health
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Supported and supervised youth and adolescents in a group home setting, fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
- Assisted with meal preparation and planning, ensuring nutritional needs and dietary preferences were met for all residents.
- Documented daily progress and facilitated interventions to meet individualized goals.
Program Specialist Intern
Assisting Families of Inmates
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Facilitated support groups in Richmond Public Schools, utilizing specialized curriculum to help elementary-aged youth navigate the challenges of having an incarcerated parent or caregiver.
- Administered thorough needs assessments to identify gaps in service delivery and inform program development efforts.
- Conducted community outreach and research to identify and connect with state prisons, coordinating transportation services to assist families in visiting incarcerated loved ones.
- Collaborated with community partners to develop resources and support networks for families impacted by incarceration, enhancing their access to social, emotional, and logistical support.
Program Facilitator Intern
The Podium Foundation
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Delivered literacy and writing enrichment programs in Richmond Public Schools (RPS) middle and high schools, empowering youth to explore creative expression through writing and storytelling.
- Developed inclusive, youth-centered curriculum for self-expression and creativity fostering a safe and inclusive space for youth to freely express their thoughts and experiences.
- Implemented Youth Program Quality (YPQ) Network guidelines to maintain high standards of program delivery, ensuring a positive and impactful experience for all participants.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.2021
Bachelor of Social Work -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond05.2019
Associate’s - Social Science/Psychology
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05.2017
Skills
- Counseling for individuals and groups
- Child-centered therapeutic approaches
- Supportive family interventions
- Leadership in team settings
- Crisis management skills
- Risk evaluation and mitigation
- Curriculum development and assessment
- Community engagement initiatives
- Expense planning and tracking
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Virginia
- Narcan (Naloxone) Certified
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: Conversational Korean (Cultural familiarity and verbal comprehension)
Timeline
Gun Violence Prevention Coordinator & Clinician
Challenge Discovery Projects
09.2021 - Current
Community-Based Counselor & Assistant Auditor
Counseling Alliance of Virginia, LLC
08.2020 - 09.2021
Residential Specialist
Intercept Health
08.2020 - 09.2021
Program Specialist Intern
Assisting Families of Inmates
08.2019 - 05.2020
Program Facilitator Intern
The Podium Foundation
08.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Social Work -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Social Work -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Associate’s - Social Science/Psychology
Northern Virginia Community College