Mission
The York Social Work department is a key component of the York Student Services team. We work collaboratively with school personnel to provide the best learning experience for all students. Referrals come from a number of sources, including counselors, deans, teachers, parents, and students. Our unique graduate level training in social work enables us to understand and interpret the influence of the school, home, and community on children and helps us to identify the social and emotional issues that may be interfering with a student’s overall academic and social potential. Our services include crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, consultation with teachers and administrators, assessments, classroom presentations, student advocacy, and acting as liaisons to families in need of counseling, legal, medical, and financial services.
SOCIAL WORKER | ALIGNS WITH THE FOLLOWING COUNSELORS/PROGRAMS: |
|---|---|
Nelly Aviña (Bilingual Social Worker)
| Diane Oliveros (Bilingual Counselor) |
Rebecca Covarrubias (630) 617-2495 | Cathy Bendicsen (Class of 2025 & 2027) |
Adam Decaire | |
Kiersten Tinkoff | |
Deirdre Devlin
| Andrew Fuller |
Ryan Walz | |
Teri Finley
| Julie Feldkamp-Pradhan |
Keegan Maletich | |
Cathy Bendicsen (Class of 2024 & 2026) | |
Ashley Burger (630) 617-2413 | Students with courses in the Life Skills program and at the Bridges Transition Center |
Kristi Stone
| Bill Gardner |
Lisa Julian |
Common Issues That Result in a Social Work Referral
Depression
Suicidal Ideation (1-800-SUICIDE, 1-800-273-TALK)
Abuse/Neglect (1-800-25-ABUSE)
Grief/Loss
Sexual Assault/Rape (630-971-3927)
Anxiety
Substance Abuse
Behavioral Concerns
LGBTQ Issues
Eating Disorders
Anger Management
School Transfer Issues
Teen Pregnancy
Parent/Child Conflict
Student/Teacher Conflict
Stress
Attendance Problems
Loneliness
Alienation
Drop in Grades
Trauma
Most social work referrals result in short-term counseling. For students and families in need of more specialized or long-term treatment, the York Social Work Department has provided a list of outside referrals and services on this page. Please contact a York Social Worker for a confidential consultation in regard to the services you and your family members may need.
Resources
For additional resources in the community, check out the DuPage County resource website here.
TIPS FOR FAMILIES
Executive Functioning Strategies for Parents