Shannon Cottingham

I’m an MSW candidate and current Social Work Intern with experience in disability advocacy, case management, and trauma‑informed support. My background includes hospice volunteering in both medical and office settings, as well as archival and data‑focused work in legal environments. I’m passionate about mental health, accessibility, and LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent rights. I bring strong documentation skills, empathy, and a commitment to ethical, person‑centered care

Social Work Intern at United Needs and Abilities, supporting clients through case management, advocacy, and resource coordination. Experience includes disability support, trauma‑informed communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Volunteered in both medical and administrative settings at Coastal Hospice, assisting with patient support and office operations. Previous work in legal data collection and archival tasks strengthened my documentation, organization, and attention to detail.

Completing my Bachelor of Arts in Social Work in April 2026, with coursework in trauma‑informed care, disability policy, and social welfare practice. Applied to the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at Salisbury University, with plans to pursue clinical social work and behavioral health.