Carmen Wisniewski
Dearborn,MICHIGAN
Summary
Invested Social Worker and Educator dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of students and their families. Expertise in community mental health and educational services. Respectful and compassionate professional offering 27-year background serving at risk students and their families.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students
Redford Union Schools
08.2019 - Current
- Collaborate with faculty, staff and 460 students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Partnered with senior administration to create cohesive vision, balancing structure and creative expression to drive productive student learning.
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students.
- Promoted positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
Wraparound Facilitator
Oakland Schools
05.2001 - 08.2019
- Implemented culturally responsive practices, respecting diverse backgrounds and integrating cultural perspectives into wraparound services.
- Educated families about their rights within the child welfare system, advocating for equitable access to necessary supports and services.
- Enhanced family engagement by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized wraparound plans.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support when needed, de-escalating situations and connecting families with appropriate resources.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to provide seamless support for families across various domains.
Detroit Foster Care- Licensing Specialist
Lutheran Social Services Of Michigan
10.1997 - 05.2001
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Contributed to safety of foster children by conducting thorough background checks on potential caregivers.
- Efficiently managed time-sensitive tasks such as compliant investigations, placement changes and training potential/licensed foster parents.
- Adapted to changing circumstances and caseloads, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in a high-stress environment.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI04.2007
Master of Science - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI08.1997
Study Abroad - Dutch Studies
University of Groningen
The Netherlands12.1994
Skills
- Planning and coordination
- Student Development and engagement
- Multi-tiered Support Systems
- Crisis and behavioral management
- Multitasking
- Cultural Awareness
- Resource Navigation
- Child Welfare Expertise
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Timeline
Dean of Students
Redford Union Schools
08.2019 - Current
Wraparound Facilitator
Oakland Schools
05.2001 - 08.2019
Detroit Foster Care- Licensing Specialist
Lutheran Social Services Of Michigan
10.1997 - 05.2001
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Wayne State University
Master of Science - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Study Abroad - Dutch Studies
University of Groningen
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