Magdalena Varela- Hand Lmsw

Magdalena Varela-Hand, LMSW, is a dedicated social services professional with extensive experience in various roles within the field. Currently serving as an Intake Specialist/Clinician at HeartShare St. Vincent's Services and a Social Work Supervisor at the Center for Justice Innovation since March 2023, Magdalena has previously held significant positions such as School Social Worker for the NYC Department of Education, Mitigation Specialist at The Legal Aid Society of NYC, and Bilingual Medical Social Worker at Compassionate Care Hospice. Magdalena's educational background includes a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Adelphi University, a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Services from City Tech, CUNY, and an Associate of Science in Human Services from Borough of Manhattan Community College. Throughout the career, Magdalena has developed a robust skill set in mental health, behavioral modification, and social work in special education, making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families.