Ms. Samantha Goldstein obtained a Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University and her BA in Sociology with a Minor in Social Work from Long Island University CW Post Campus (Specialization in Children’s in Families from Long Island). Ms. Goldstein is a member in good standing with the National Association of Social Workers. Samantha holds a wide range of experiences including, but not limited to, Regional Director of a National Employment Services Company, Leadership Roles within Organizations, Trainer, and School Social Worker.

Ms. Goldstein is a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 25 years of leadership, counseling, and mentoring experience in the employment sector. She works collaboratively with students and professionals from various backgrounds to help them achieve their desired goals and to become leaders in their chosen profession. Her area of expertise is rooted in helping individuals discover their strengths, navigate obstacles, and embrace their unique capacities so they can pave their own path to professional and personal success.

Samantha is proficient in merging life’s transitions and edifying the individual strengths of her clients with the innovative advancements of the workforce needs. Ms. Goldstein is a result focused Counselor and Professional coach who works with individuals implementing a therapeutic lens to delineate the skills and strengths needed to build a rewarding personal and professional lifestyle. In addition, Samantha works with adolescents, young adults, and new graduates from both a mental health perspective and occupational initiative.

Ms. Goldstein has assorted interests; exercising and anywhere gardening is possible are her passions! She is an enthusiastic Book club member, kayaker/paddleboarder, and a mom of three- One 13-year-old human and two rescue pups. She finds joy and fulfillment volunteering at local organizations and heading community food drives for the holidays. Sam is a cherished mother, daughter, and Lifelong friend to many who enjoy theater, traveling, dinning, and all the beauty life has to offer. Sam is respected by her colleagues for her humanitarianism and dedication to the community that she has served for over two decades. It is an honor and privilege to have Sam as part of the First Step Family.