Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Teacher
Derek Mazur

Derek Mazur

Waterford,Michigan

Summary

Dynamic School Social Worker with a proven track record at Lake Orion Community Schools, excelling in crisis intervention and emotional support. Leveraged expertise in psychosocial assessment and multidisciplinary team collaboration to enhance student well-being and academic performance. Skilled in implementing evidence-based programs, achieving a significant improvement in school climate and student behavior.

Work History

School Social Worker

Lake Orion Community Schools
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
  • Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
  • Implemented evidence-based programs aimed at improving school climate and promoting positive behavior among students.
  • Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
  • Observed student behavior and developed behavioral interventions.
  • Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
  • Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
  • Provided crisis intervention services and collaborated with school staff to create safety plans for students at risk of self-harm or violence.
  • Established supportive relationships with at-risk youth through regular check-ins, goal-setting activities, and consistent followup.
  • Completed psychosocial histories of students under evaluation.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of students'' social-emotional functioning to inform interventions and service planning.
  • Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies.
  • Served as a liaison between the school, family, and community agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration around student needs.
  • Developed and implemented professional development workshops for school staff on topics related to social-emotional learning and mental health awareness.
  • Assisted parents in navigating the special education process, ensuring proper identification and provision of services for their children.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • Connected families with community resources to address needs such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
  • Provided group and individual counseling to address problems.
  • Worked with teachers to implement behavioral improvement plans based on established assessments.
  • Supported students, teachers and families during crisis situations.
  • Monitored progress of identified students using data-driven decision making to adjust intervention plans as needed.
  • Monitored students for signs of trauma, abuse and neglect.
  • Provided educational support services to students with emotional, intellectual and physical disabilities.
  • Complied with federal, state and local standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment, and reporting and documentation.
  • Identified student barriers to self-sufficiency and created relevant IEPs.
  • Provided case management services, counseling, education and life-skills training to diverse, at-risk student population.
  • Promoted student success by addressing barriers to learning through targeted interventions and case management services.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss individual student needs holistically.
  • Implemented peer mediation programs to promote conflict resolution skills among students, reducing instances of bullying and aggression.
  • Prepared comprehensive documentation of services provided following ethical guidelines while maintaining client confidentiality.
  • Enhanced parent engagement with school through regular communication and workshops, strengthening home-school connection.
  • Provided grief counseling to students and staff, aiding school community in coping with loss.
  • Supported students with special needs by coordinating with external agencies, ensuring comprehensive care.
  • Facilitated group counseling sessions, enhancing students' social skills and emotional intelligence.
  • Led professional development sessions for faculty on mental health awareness, enhancing staff's ability to support students.
  • Resolved conflicts among students with mediation techniques, promoting harmonious school community.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to create supportive learning environment, leading to improved student academic performance.
  • Facilitated transition for students changing schools or entering post-secondary education, promoting academic and social success.
  • Improved access to community resources for families, connecting them with necessary social services.
  • Implemented peer mentoring program, improving student relationships and academic support.
  • Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
  • Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
  • Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as grief and loss, anger management and social skills.
  • Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
  • Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
  • Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
  • Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
  • Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.

Case Manager

Oakland County Family Court
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
  • Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
  • Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
  • Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.

Education

Master Of Social Work - School Social Work

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05.1997

Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Psychology

Albion College
Albion, MI
05.1995

Skills

  • Emotional support
  • Family support
  • Student advocacy
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Crisis intervention
  • Social skills training
  • Suicide prevention
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Case management
  • Academic support
  • Individual counseling
  • Compliance
  • Classroom observations
  • Behavioral intervention plans (BIP)
  • Referral coordination
  • IEP collaboration
  • Data collection and management
  • Socialization issues
  • Special needs
  • Functional behavioral assessments (FBA)
  • Counseling services
  • Proficient in software
  • Special education
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Goal setting
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy

Accomplishments

I was staff member of the year at Waldon middle school in 2024 and staff member of the year at Scripps middle school in 2022.

Timeline

School Social Worker

Lake Orion Community Schools

Case Manager

Oakland County Family Court

Master Of Social Work - School Social Work

Michigan State University

Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Psychology

Albion College
Derek Mazur