Lauren M. Byrne
Washington,Michigan
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated School Social Worker with experience supporting students in both special education and general education settings. Skilled in developing and implementing individualized behavior plans, including Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP) and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Social Worker
New Haven Community Schools
05.2022 - Current
- Provide social work services to Pre-K through fifth grade population, including Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE), for students with Individual Education Programs (IEP) and 504 Plans.
- Develop and implement IEP goals, monitor progress, and track student development.
- Collaborate with the special education team to conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and develop Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP) to address student needs. Work one-on-one and in small groups with at-risk students to develop social-emotional skills and coping strategies.
- Provide emotional support services to Pre-K through eighth grade students in general education as needed.
- Provide push-in social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons in general education classrooms.
- Support students during crisis situations.
Mental Health Therapist
The Wellness Hour
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Provided individual therapy to children, addressing emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns using interventions such as CBT, DBT, and play therapy.
- Conducted family therapy sessions to improve communication, strengthen relationships, and support parents in managing their child’s mental health needs.
- Worked with adults to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns through personalized treatment plans.
Administrative Assistant
Metro Medical Transportation
05.2014 - 09.2021
- Provided administrative support to management and drivers, including scheduling appointments, coordinating logistics.
- Resolved customer complaints by identifying issues, providing solutions, and escalating concerns as needed to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Assisted with fiscal operations, including processing invoices, managing payroll, tracking expenses, and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Performed basic bookkeeping tasks, such as reconciling accounts and preparing financial
- Maintained records and documentation to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Direct Care Worker
Creative Care Services
10.2003 - 11.2019
- Assisted individuals with disabilities in daily living activities, including eating, grooming, bathing, and personal hygiene
- Supported individuals in accessing community outings and recreational activities.
- Monitored and assisted individuals in following individualized service plans
Social Work Intern
Harbor Oaks Psychiatric Hospital
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided individual and group support to patients with diverse mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia.
- Provided support on the Specialized Inpatient Pediatric Unit (SIPU) for patients with severe cognitive impairments and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Conducted bio-psycho-social assessments and developed individualized treatment plans to help patients achieve their goals.
- Facilitated therapeutic groups, teaching coping skills using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment interventions and outcome goals.
- Met with families to provide psychoeducation and coordinate discharge and aftercare plans for patients.
- Gained familiarity with psychotropic medications used to treat various mental health conditions, including their effects, side effects, and role in treatment planning.
Social Work Intern
New Haven High School
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Met with students with a variety of developmental disorders such as ADHD and ASD, and other learning disabilities under the supervision of school social worker.
- Met with general education population to support social-emotional needs
- Reviewed IEPs and 504 plans in coordination with school social worker.
- Gained familiarity with student assessment tools such as, the Vineland, GARS, BASC, and Woodcock-Johnson.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI01.2022
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI01.2020
Skills
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Solution-based interventions
- Counseling services
- Special education
- Individual Education Programs (IEP)
- Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP)
Certification
- Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management
- CPR & First Aid Training
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
Community Service
- Forgotten Harvest Mobile Food Pantry, Romeo, MI, 02/2021. Distributed food boxes to individuals in need.
- Samaritan House Food Pantry, Washington, MI, 09/2019. Prepared food orders for walk-in clients and home-bound individuals.
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
The Wellness Hour
11.2022 - 05.2023
School Social Worker
New Haven Community Schools
05.2022 - Current
Social Work Intern
Harbor Oaks Psychiatric Hospital
08.2021 - 05.2022
Social Work Intern
New Haven High School
09.2020 - 06.2021
Administrative Assistant
Metro Medical Transportation
05.2014 - 09.2021
Direct Care Worker
Creative Care Services
10.2003 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
Wayne State University
Master of Social Work -
Wayne State University
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