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Work History
Education
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Volunteer Experience
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Grace Roedel

Greenville,MI

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Master of Social Work candidate with a specialization in School Social Work. Proven ability to provide empathetic support and intervention services to students, families, and educators. Emerging competence at conducting assessments, developing intervention plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address diverse social and emotional needs. Committed to creating a positive and inclusive educational environment. Seeking a School Social Work position to apply theoretical knowledge and gain hands-on experience in supporting the well-being of students within a school setting.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

School Social Work Intern

Sparta Public Schools
Sparta, MI
08.2023 - Current
  • Assessed and evaluated student social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
  • Used safety and risk assessments, employing related policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with school staff to identify at-risk students and create appropriate interventions.
  • Supported social worker with client case management services.
  • Attended meetings, training, conferences, and seminars to advance professional knowledge.
  • Joined IEP meetings to observe plan development and goal establishment.

Child Care Provider

Independent
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2021 - Current
  • Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with fellow kids.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance for children during daily routines and transitions.
  • Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians of the children in care.

Social Work Intern

Muskegon Public Defenders Office
Muskegon, MI
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
  • Improved outcomes and successes by utilizing multidisciplinary risk identification and management in care planning.
  • Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts to promote continuity of care.
  • Collaborated with supervisors and attorneys to develop plans that address the needs of clients facing incarceration.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.

Behavior Technician

Centria Autism Services
Grand Rapids, MI
10.2020 - 12.2021
  • Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
  • Attended workshops and seminars related to Autism Spectrum Disorder and ABA best practices.
  • Educated families about ABA principles so they can effectively implement them at home.
  • Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices such as discrete trial teaching and natural environment teaching.

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI
04-2024

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
04-2023

Skills

  • IEP Development
  • Behavioral Plan Creation
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Case Management
  • Data Collection Knowledge

Volunteer Experience

  • EXIT Restorative Justice Program in Muskegon, MI - 2023

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

School Social Work Intern

Sparta Public Schools
08.2023 - Current

Social Work Intern

Muskegon Public Defenders Office
08.2022 - 05.2023

Child Care Provider

Independent
08.2021 - Current

Behavior Technician

Centria Autism Services
10.2020 - 12.2021

Master of Social Work - Social Work

Grand Valley State University

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work

Grand Valley State University
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