Rachel Pinkelman

Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for transplant candidates and identify high-risk barriers through targeted brief interventions and motivational interviewing. Manage a complex caseload and integrate psychosocial insights into multidisciplinary rounds to inform holistic care plans.

Managed resource allocation and provided patient and family navigation to ensure access to critical services during complex medical treatments. Designed and led support groups for patients and caregivers while partnering with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized holistic care plans.

Administered extensive assessments to identify strengths and needs of youth and families and develop individualized service plans to support positive outcomes. Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings and used evidence-based practices to implement effective interventions and address barriers to care.

Conducted in-depth psychosocial assessments and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans addressing social, emotional, and economic factors. Coordinated and advocated for housing, financial aid, and community resources to improve patients' quality of life.

Provided personalized mental health support to a diverse student caseload using evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs. Shadowed and supported the school social worker through day-to-day operations and trainings, strengthening resources across the school community.

Coordinated strategic discussions with the Executive Director and board to shape a $2 million annual campaign aligned with organizational goals. Managed end-to-end project work for 4–10 donor events annually and built donor relationships to increase engagement and fundraising.

Managed a portfolio of 1,000+ donors from NYC law firms and supported $800,000 in annual contributions by strengthening donor engagement. Planned and executed high-end engagement events and follow-up strategies, driving a 25% increase in fundraising, and supervised a summer intern.

Earned a Master of the Arts degree in Social Work from San Francisco State University.

Earned a Bachelor of the Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.