Raffael Holz-Eckmann
Licensed Master Social Worker
St. Louis
Summary
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with expertise in child welfare, trauma-informed care, evidence-based research, and refugee support in diverse domestic and international settings. Boston College School of Social Work alum with a global practice focus. Over 5 years of hands-on experience, including roles at the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) and as an MSW intern at Lighthouse Relief in Athens, Greece.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4043
4043
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Research Associate
Kapa Research
10.2024 - Current
- Conduct meetings with business leaders on behalf of the World Bank Group, the European Commission, and the Business Advantage Group.
- Engage in quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
- Collaborate with a diverse team on culturally appropriate communication methods to enhance engagement.
Mental Health Focused Fitness Facilitator
Yoga and Sports With Refugees
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
- Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
MSW Intern
Lighthouse Relief- Emergency Response Team
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Managed crisis situations effectively by providing appropriate interventions and referrals for additional services.
- Developed individualized case management plans in collaboration with clients to achieve self-sufficiency goals.
- Implemented trauma-informed care approaches while working with survivors of war or conflict; fostering a safe and supportive environment.
- Prepared treatment plans based on assessment findings and incorporated feedback from senior staff to optimize approaches.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal client care and resource coordination.
Inclusion Facilitator
Martin Luther King Elementary School
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with teachers to modify and adapt lesson plans, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with disabilities, fostering academic progress and social-emotional growth.
- Encouraged peer interactions through structured activities designed to foster collaboration among students of varying abilities.
- Fostered parent involvement in their child''s social-emotional journey by hosting informational about available resources and programs.
Policy Intern
Baker Center for Children and Families
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Independently conduct research for various evidence-based reports (Impact of COVID-19 on Children's Mental Health, COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy, and Social Determinants of Health in Massachusetts).
- Write and edit scientific reports and academic papers; extrapolate data, and create infographics and charts.
- Create data-based infographics and visuals for reports to be published.
Child Protective Social Worker
Department of Children and Families
04.2020 - 01.2022
- Develop family assessments and action plans in collaboration with clients and collateral parties.
- Conduct home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Collaborate with mental and behavioral health centers regarding care plans and discharge plans for clients.
- Attend domestic violence, mental health, educational meetings, and behavioral health consults related to my clients.
- Achieved significant improvements in client mental health through consistent, empathetic counseling and crisis intervention.
Child Welfare Licensing- Resource and Recruitment Specialist
Lutheran Social Services
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Licensed foster parents and monitored licensing standards.
- Engaged in traditional casework, and carried a small caseload.
- Enhanced candidate pool by proactively sourcing qualified applicants through various channels, such as social media, job boards, and networking events.
Social Work Intern
Champaign-Urbana Trauma & Resiliency Initiative
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Created a trauma-based art activity for children ages 11-14, and developed a formalized training presentation for future facilitators.
- Organized a trauma-based summit and initiated a dialogue about the basis for masculinity and trauma amongst 50 men and boys within the community.
- Studied and implemented advanced trauma-informed care techniques within a community setting.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MABachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, ILSkills
- E-Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite, Canva, IBM SPSS, Child Welfare Information Systems, Net Hunt CRM
- Assets: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Missouri, Registered NPI, Registered CAQH, Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (Zero Suicide) certification, CPR Certified, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) Certification
- Languages: English (Native); German (Native)
Timeline
Research Associate
Kapa Research
10.2024 - Current
Mental Health Focused Fitness Facilitator
Yoga and Sports With Refugees
09.2023 - 11.2024
MSW Intern
Lighthouse Relief- Emergency Response Team
01.2023 - 05.2023
Inclusion Facilitator
Martin Luther King Elementary School
07.2022 - 12.2022
Policy Intern
Baker Center for Children and Families
01.2022 - 05.2022
Child Protective Social Worker
Department of Children and Families
04.2020 - 01.2022
Child Welfare Licensing- Resource and Recruitment Specialist
Lutheran Social Services
07.2019 - 02.2020
Social Work Intern
Champaign-Urbana Trauma & Resiliency Initiative
01.2019 - 05.2019
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Boston College
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
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