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Laura Dalland

Laura Dalland

Brainerd,MN

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at ISD 181, excelling in child and family advocacy and crisis intervention. Skilled in trauma-informed practices, I effectively built relationships and implemented student-centered intervention plans, ensuring progress and emotional well-being. Passionate about fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to support diverse student needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Collaborative Worker

ISD 181
Brainerd, MN
08.2023 - Current
  • Provide intervention and prevention services to students.
  • Facilitate SEL groups, promote emotional regulation, relationship building, and responsible decision-making.
  • Build relationships with students, families, community resources, and educators.
  • Interpret and compile data to assess students' support needs and gauge progress.
  • Participate with teams to create and implement student-centered intervention plans.

Behavior Interventionist

Northern Pines Mental Health Center
Little Falls, MN
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Piloted a behavioral intervention program in a Level 4 school setting.
  • Facilitated SEL groups, and implemented individualized behavioral support plans.
  • Worked closely with students and families in both school and in-home environments.
  • Engaged in Individual Treatment Plan teams to support students' academic and behavioral progress.
  • Coordinated with school staff and mental health professionals to ensure wraparound services.

Guardian Ad Litem

State Of Minnesota
Brainerd, MN
09.2014 - 08.2022
  • Advocated for the best interests of children involved in abuse and neglect cases in Juvenile Court.
  • Interviewed children, families, and involved parties; conducted home and school observations.
  • Collaborated with social workers, educators, attorneys, and community providers.
  • Ensured compliance with ICWA and promoted culturally sensitive practices.
  • Prepared detailed court reports, testified in hearings, and maintained accurate case files.
  • Mentored new Guardians ad Litem anparticipatdistrict/state task forces.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social And Behavioral Sciences

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN
05-2002

Skills

  • Child and family advocacy
  • Trauma-Informed Practices
  • Community resource coordination
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Cultural Competency & Equity
  • Report Writing & Documentation
  • Strong Interpersonal Communication

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Collaborative Worker

ISD 181
08.2023 - Current

Behavior Interventionist

Northern Pines Mental Health Center
08.2022 - 08.2023

Guardian Ad Litem

State Of Minnesota
09.2014 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Social And Behavioral Sciences

Minnesota State University, Mankato

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