Ashley Laurain
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Master of Social Work (MSW) candidate with a strong foundation in client advocacy, referral coordination, and database management. Experienced in supporting housing-insecure youth and families within school systems through trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices. Proven ability to build rapport, coordinate services across systems, and track detailed case data. Committed to promoting equitable access to education, behavioral supports, and community resources for vulnerable populations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Intern
Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD)
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Collaborate with the Education Project for Homeless Youth (EPHY) to coordinate outreach, donation drives, and resource tracking for school-aged youth experiencing housing insecurity.
- Participate in team meetings, case conferencing, and referral coordination for K–12 students across Washtenaw County.
- Create informational materials and interventions for schools, including support plans, group curricula, and behavioral resources.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Co-Facilitated group therapy sessions to help students develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Assist with district-level planning focused on improving service delivery models and tracking referral outcomes.
Project Assistant
Homeless Action Network Of Detroit
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Completed multiple tasks simultaneously to optimize project completion.
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and evaluation of trainings associated with the CAM (Coordinated Assessment Model) transition
- Assist in communication between internal and external partners related to the CAM transition plan
- Provide management and administrative support to the CAM Transition Team and all subcommittee meetings
Administrative Intern
Homeless Action Network of Detroit
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Working with a team to conduct research, capture data, and attend meetings regarding homelessness
- Provided support for team projects and initiatives to contribute to team success.
- Updated social media platforms
- Created documents and infographics
- Set up meetings and conference calls using Microsoft Teams.
- Sought feedback and guidance from supervisors to improve on areas of weakness.
Style Consultant
Target
07.2019 - 09.2022
- Responsibility in maintaining the presentation of the sales floor, products, signage, and displays
- Greeted guests, responded to questions, improved engagement and sales by 10% with merchandise and providing outstanding customer service
- Maintained focus on customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment
- Worked with two leaders to tackle challenging product influx days and to keep the floor pad easy to navigate to guests
- Identified and sourced garments, footwear and accessories to create dynamic and fashion-forward styles.
- Coordinated with design teams to develop custom pieces for unique styling opportunities.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Eastern Michigan University
08.2023
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Database management
- Referral & Service Coordination
- Administrative and Clerical Support
- Project Management
- Training and Development
Certification
- Mandated Reporter – Child Abuse & Neglect (MI)
- “Be There” Certificate in Mental Health Support-Completed June 2025
- Trauma-Informed Care – Certificate of Completion (In Progress)
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD)
09.2024 - 08.2025
Project Assistant
Homeless Action Network Of Detroit
05.2023 - 08.2024
Administrative Intern
Homeless Action Network of Detroit
09.2022 - 05.2023
Style Consultant
Target
07.2019 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Science - Social Work
Chamberlain University
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