Amanda Hollister
Walled Lake,MI
Summary
Compassionate Social Worker Intern with proven ability to complete tasks efficiently and productively. Specialize in case management, crisis intervention, and individual and group therapy. Excel in active listening, empathy, and communication, ensuring positive outcomes for clients in challenging situations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Social Worker Intern
Easterseals Michigan
Walled Lake, MI
09.2024 - Current
- Attended weekly team meetings with supervisors to discuss cases and review best practices.
- Facilitated group sessions on topics such as parenting skills, anger management, life skills, and stress reduction.
- Maintained accurate records of all client interactions in accordance with professional standards of practice.
- Participated in workshops and trainings related to social work ethics and best practices.
- Educated clients about mental health issues such as depression or anxiety disorders so they could better manage these conditions.
- Maintained confidential case documentation.
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments Aba
Southfield, MI
04.2022 - Current
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Collaborated with families to provide support strategies for home-based interventions.
- Implemented evidence-based practices such as discrete trial teaching and natural environment teaching.
House Painter
Paint Designs by Hollister
Walled Lake, MI
01.2021 - Current
- Prepared surfaces for painting by filling cracks, holes and other imperfections with caulk or putty.
- Mixed paint according to manufacturer's specifications and applied coats of paint using brushes, rollers, and spray guns.
- Removed fixtures such as door knobs, light switch covers, window sashes and hardware prior to painting.
- Protected floors and furniture from paint spills using drop cloths.
- Selected appropriate materials such as primers, paints, thinners, varnishes and stains in accordance with job requirements.
Intern
Lakes Area Youth Assistance
Walled Lake, MI
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions for clients.
- Assisted in conducting assessments of client needs, strengths, and weaknesses.
- Developed treatment plans to address identified issues.
- Organized and maintained case records in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss cases, review progress notes, and strategize interventions.
- Utilized evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy during counseling sessions.
- Educated clients about available community resources that could benefit them.
- Attended meetings, training, conferences, and seminars to advance professional knowledge.
Applied Behavior Analysis Technician
Centria Autism Services
Wyandotte, MI
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Monitored patient behavior and progress, providing feedback to supervisors and clinicians.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies in both clinical and home settings.
- Provided direct instruction to clients on socially appropriate behaviors.
- Maintained accurate data collection, recording, and graphing techniques as required by program protocols.
- Developed positive relationships with clients through effective communication and rapport building skills.
- Tracked client progress using established data collection methods such as ABA-based tools or other assessment measures.
- Responded promptly to requests from supervisors or clinicians regarding changes in client programming needs.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Madonna University
Livonia, MI05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Madonna University
Livonia, MI05-2015
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI05-2012
Skills
- Positive and negative reinforcements
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Data collection and analysis
- Behavioral therapy
- Case Documentation
- Patient-centered care
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Client Needs Assessment
Accomplishments
- Deans list
Certification
- Animal Cruelty Investigation
- Homeland Security
- Private Investigation
Timeline
Social Worker Intern
Easterseals Michigan
09.2024 - Current
Intern
Lakes Area Youth Assistance
09.2023 - 05.2024
Behavior Technician
Proud Moments Aba
04.2022 - Current
House Painter
Paint Designs by Hollister
01.2021 - Current
Applied Behavior Analysis Technician
Centria Autism Services
02.2017 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Social Work
Madonna University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Madonna University
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Oakland Community College
References
References available upon request.
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