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Roxanne Desir

Silver Spring

Summary

Social worker with 20+ years of experience dealing with children, young adults, and families from diverse backgrounds. Expertise with early crisis intervention and case management. Skilled in communicating across cultural and foreign linguistic backgrounds. Committed to the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals through health assessments and community collaboration.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Teacher

Kennedy Krieger Institute
09.2012 - Current
  • Provide comprehensive support to children and young adults diagnosed with autism and developmental delays.
  • Deliver instruction focused on academic, social, and emotional skill-building to facilitate community integration and successful independent living.

Case Manager

Family Services Inc.
05.2003 - 05.2011
  • Provided critical early intervention services and counseling to support parents of young children.
  • Coordinated with external organizations to streamline resources and improve outcomes for high-risk families.
  • Managed diverse caseloads, ensuring families received appropriate after-school support and mental health resources.

Residential Counselor

Community Support Services
07.2000 - 09.2003
  • Served as a residential counselor for adults with autism, focusing on life skills and daily stability.
  • Facilitated after-school programs for younger children, providing a safe and structured environment.

Education

Master of Social Work -

Walden University
Online
06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus
Catonsville, Maryland
06.2005

Associate in Mental Health - Psychology

Montgomery College
Takoma Park, Maryland
06.2002

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention, Case Management, ADS Support, Elderly Care
  • Behavior management
  • Oral communication
  • Small group instruction
  • Learning support
  • Skills development

Certification

  • Social Worker License, DC Department of Health - 2026-01 - 2028-02

LANGUAGES

English(Fluent), French & Haitian Creole(Fluent), Spanish(Basic).

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

Kennedy Krieger Institute
09.2012 - Current

Case Manager

Family Services Inc.
05.2003 - 05.2011

Residential Counselor

Community Support Services
07.2000 - 09.2003

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

University of Maryland, Baltimore Campus

Associate in Mental Health - Psychology

Montgomery College

Master of Social Work -

Walden University
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