Yanique Green

MSW, LSW- Clinician

Yanique graduated from New York City College of Technology with a Bachelors of Science in Human Services. She later received her Masters degree in Social Work from Hunter College. Yanique has 8 years of experience providing employment and client-centered services to individuals with developmental disabilities and co-occurring disorders as well as providing support to their families. Her area of expertise includes helping clients to identify goals, understanding triggers, reducing maladaptive behaviors and building coping skills to live a more self-sufficient life. She has facilitated group and individual sessions to support their daily living activities with a focus on improving social skills, money management skills, employment outcomes and overall well-being. Yanique has supervised a team of professionals as they help clients to meet individual life goals. She states that the most rewarding part of her job is being able to make an impact and observe the changes that occur within her clients overtime. She sees the value in helping others which keeps her motivated to provide services to each client. “It’s not about how fast you get there but about the actions one takes each day to reach their goals.”