
Dr. John Woolley, DSW, LCSW
(He/Him)
Preferred Name: John
About Me
I am a seasoned and dedicated mental health professional with a proven ability to work with diverse populations. Trained in Harm Reduction practices, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR. Flexible and reliable in meeting the needs of patients and their families.
Education & Experience
• Doctor of Social Work Candidate: Specialization in Additions and Social Work- May, 2023 Walden University, Minneapolis, MN. • Master of Science in Social Work (MSW): April 1998 Services to the Disabled and Elderly- Florida International University, Miami Florida. • Bachelor of Arts in Sociology: With a concentration in Law and Criminal Justice- State University of New York, College at Old Westbury, N.Y. 2024 - present Long Island Select Healthcare (LISH) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Provide psychotherapy and mental health support services to children and adults. Serving the developmentally/intellectually disabled adult population as well as individuals suffering from various mental and emotional health difficulties. 2018-2023 Federation of Organizations, Program Manager, Queens, New York. · Oversight and supervision for 2 Supportive Scatter Site Teams which includes both Forensic/Criminal Justice Reentry and mentally ill/veteran residents. · Direct supervision of 2 Program Supervisors, and their subordinate staff of 10 team members. · Attend required internal and external meetings, as we broker relationships with landlords, and other collateral contacts. · Submit weekly, monthly, quarterly and bi-annual reports. · Assist the Associate Director in all aspects of program supervision, management and development. 2014-2018 Praxis Housing Initiatives, Site Director, Brooklyn, New York. · Daily oversight for a harm reduction philosophy emergency homeless shelter for HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, and mental illness, under the supervision of the Director of Operations. On call for 24-hour operations, which includes security and building services. · Lead and motivate a team of case managers, housing specialist, substance abuse/mental and health/vocational counselors to go the extra mile for clients, and to provide on-site services and link clients with needed community-based services such as housing providers, medical, chemical dependency and/or mental health treatment. · Develop, implement and evaluate program service delivery to clients' needs. Produce internal/external monthly and annual reports. Ensure compliance with contracts and regulations. Develop/maintain professional, collaborative relationships with community–based providers, agency and HASA staff. 2012 - 2014 Comunilife Inc., Assistant Program Director, Brooklyn/Queens, New York · Managed operations of 3 Scatter Site Supportive Housing programs for those affected by homelessness, HIV/AIDS, mentally illness, and substance abuse/addiction issues. · Supervised 2 Clinical Supervisors, and their subordinate clinical/non- clinical/administrative team of 12. · Collaborated with VP of HIV/AIDS Programs and Quality Improvement to ensure quality service delivery. 2011-2012 Comunilife Inc., Assistant Program Director, Crotona Transitional, Bronx, New York · Responsible for HRA-HASA Transitional Housing Program, including staff management, development, and implementation of program enhancements. · Oversight for program compliance with funding regulations, clinical guidelines and best practices. · Supervised individual staff as well as the treatment team regarding client service goals, recovery and harm reduction, rehabilitation, economic independence, and community integration. On call 24 hours for emergencies. 2010-2011 Housing Works, Care Coordinator, Brooklyn, New York · Certified by NYSDOH HIV AIDS Care Coordination Program. · Managed service plan implementation. Provided oversight for health education of an HIV/AIDS clinic. · Facilitated interdisciplinary planning, and community partnerships. 2010-2013 Catholic Charities of Brooklyn & Queens, Volunteer Position, Queens, NY · Co-created and co-facilitated bereavement/support group at Queens South Community Center. · Provided grief and supportive counseling in Haitian Kreyol to earthquake survivors and families. · Facilitated community resources and English-Kreyol translation for group members. · Multiple media coverage, including New York 1 News, the New York Times, and the Prayer Channel.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
NASW, Phi Alpha.
Specialty Area
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Mood Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Psychotic Disorders
- Schizophrenia
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
Population Served
- Adults
- Seniors
Insurance
- Does Not Accept Insurance