LADONNA ALLEN
Cypress
Summary
Social work professional with 5+ years of experience supporting youth, families, and communities through trauma-informed care, mentoring, and case management. Highly adaptable and proactive, with strong work ethic, quick learning ability, and effective communication skills. Experienced in behavioral support, crisis intervention, documentation, and culturally responsive engagement across school, counseling, and residential settings. Committed to contributing to a dynamic team and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Substitute Resource Teacher
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
Houston
02.2026 - Current
- Support students receiving special education services across K-12 classrooms
- Reinforce IEP-aligned learning goals alongside teachers and campus support staff
- Apply trauma-informed strategies to assist with behavioral and emotional regulation
- Maintain structured classroom environments during teacher absences
- Promote student engagement and academic continuity across diverse learning needs
Residential Counselor & Mentor
Summer Discovery - Duke University, University of Michigan, Johns Hopkins University
01.2024 - Current
- Mentored high school students participating in residential pre-college enrichment programs
- Supported emotional wellness of up to 30 students per session
- Conducted check-ins, mediation support, and student adjustment monitoring
- Enforced safety expectations and community standards
- Coordinated workshops and group programming aligned with social-emotional learning goals
BSW Field Practicum / Case Management Support Intern
Safe Place Counseling
Houston
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Completed supervised Bachelor of Social Work field placement supporting licensed clinicians
- Assisted with intake documentation, service coordination, and client progress tracking
- Provided trauma-informed support to DCFS-involved clients ages 3+ through behavioral interventions and play-based engagement
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings while maintaining HIPAA compliance
- Supported psychosocial documentation and case coordination activities
- Helped plan and implement community outreach initiatives including CPW and Golden Gather events
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Prairie View A&M University
08.2019 - 08.2025
College Station High School
College Station, TXSkills
- Case Management Support
- Conflict Resolution
- EHR Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Student mentoring
- Student advocacy
- IEP implementation
- Classroom management
Certifications And Professional Training
- Mental Health First Aid
- Trauma-Informed Care Practices
- HIPAA Compliance Training
- CSWE Core Competency Integration Training
- CPR / First Aid
- Substitute Teacher certification status
Timeline
Substitute Resource Teacher
Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
02.2026 - Current
BSW Field Practicum / Case Management Support Intern
Safe Place Counseling
06.2025 - 08.2025
Residential Counselor & Mentor
Summer Discovery - Duke University, University of Michigan, Johns Hopkins University
01.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Social Work -
Prairie View A&M University
08.2019 - 08.2025
College Station High School