Sydney Sanders

Sydney Sanders
Master of Social Work Candidate | Behavioral Health & Crisis Intervention | Program Development

I am a dedicated social work professional with a strong background in behavioral health, crisis intervention, and program development. I earned a Bachelor of Social Work and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Texas Christian University, and I will graduate in May 2025 with a Master of Social Work (MSW). I have already passed the ASWB exam for my Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential and will officially obtain my license upon graduation.

Through my internships at the Arlington Police Department’s Behavioral Health Law Enforcement Unit (BHLEU) and DRC Solutions, I have gained extensive hands-on experience in crisis intervention, case management, and community outreach. At BHLEU, I work alongside law enforcement to provide crisis response services, advocate for individuals experiencing mental health crises, and support collaborative efforts between social work and public safety. At DRC Solutions, I focused on outreach and case management for unhoused individuals, helping connect them with stable housing and essential resources.

I am passionate about social justice and committed to ethical, trauma-informed care. I excel at navigating complex systems, fostering community collaboration, and balancing clinical and macro-level social work interventions. My goal is to integrate social work within law enforcement crisis intervention and program management to enhance service delivery and improve outcomes for individuals in crisis.

I have gained extensive experience in behavioral health, crisis intervention, and program development through my internships at the Arlington Police Department’s Behavioral Health Law Enforcement Unit (BHLEU) and DRC Solutions. At BHLEU, I work alongside law enforcement to provide crisis response services, advocate for individuals experiencing mental health challenges, and facilitate connections to community resources. My role has strengthened my ability to navigate complex systems and collaborate across disciplines to support individuals in crisis. At DRC Solutions, I focused on outreach and case management for unhoused individuals, assisting them in securing stable housing and essential services. These experiences have reinforced my passion for integrating social work into public safety and improving service delivery for vulnerable populations.

I earned a Bachelor of Social Work and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Texas Christian University and will graduate in May 2025 with a Master of Social Work (MSW). I have already passed the ASWB exam for my Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential and will officially obtain my license upon graduation. My academic journey has provided me with a strong foundation in ethical, trauma-informed practice, evaluation research, and program management. Through my coursework and hands-on experience, I have developed the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary to navigate both direct practice and macro-level social work interventions effectively.