Jessamyn Tabakin
About Jessamyn Tabakin
Jessamyn Tabakin is a Palliative Social Worker at Atlantic Health System, where she has worked since 2021. She integrates holistic practices and psychosocial education to support patients and caregivers dealing with illness and loss.
Work at Atlantic Health System
Jessamyn Tabakin has been employed at Atlantic Health System since 2021 as a Palliative Social Worker in Summit, New Jersey. Prior to this role, she served as an MSW Intern at the same institution from 2017 to 2021, gaining four years of experience in Morristown, NJ. In her current position, she integrates holistic and mindfulness-based practices to support patients and caregivers dealing with illness and loss. She collaborates closely with the Bereavement Consortium and contributes to the Bio Ethics committee, enhancing the quality of care provided.
Education and Expertise
Jessamyn Tabakin holds a Master's degree in Social Work from Rutgers University - Newark, which she completed from 2014 to 2018. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from Hofstra University, studying from 1993 to 1997. Additionally, she attended the Atlantic Theater Acting School from 1998 to 2000. Her educational background supports her expertise in psychosocial education and therapeutic interventions, particularly in palliative care settings.
Background
Before her current role, Jessamyn Tabakin taught yoga at various institutions, including South Mountain Yoga and Seton Hall University, as well as in sub-acute care centers. Her experience in case management includes working with patients suffering from brain and spinal cord injuries at Kessler Rehab. This diverse background informs her approach to patient care, emphasizing the importance of holistic practices.
Achievements
Jessamyn Tabakin has contributed to several initiatives at Atlantic Health System, including the development of a successful pilot program that utilizes music as a therapeutic intervention. She also played a key role in producing a virtual Service of Remembrance for COVID-19 patients. Furthermore, she facilitates grief counseling and provides in-service training for healthcare professionals, enhancing their skills in supporting patients and families.
Professional Skills
As a certified yoga instructor, Jessamyn Tabakin teaches at 3 Birds Yoga Studio, integrating her knowledge of mindfulness and holistic health into her practice. Her skills extend to facilitating grief counseling and training healthcare staff, demonstrating her commitment to improving patient care through education and support.