Lisa Baker
Bolingbrook,IL
Summary
Dedicated, passionate, and motivated school social worker with 22 years of experience supporting and mentoring troubled youth in education settings in various capacities. Highly skilled in communicating and building relationships with students and their families, de-escalating crisis situations, and the IEP and FBA/BIP processes. Proficient in several therapeutic methods and in devising creative intervention techniques. Excellent written and oral communication and technical skills. Extremely well-organized and team-oriented.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
School Social Worker - Plainfield Academy Alternative School
Plainfield School District 202
09.2018 - Current
- Provide students with social work support in one-on-one and group settings as determined by IEPs in an effort to help students thrive in an alternative school setting.
- Develop appropriate Social Emotional IEP goals appropriate for each student as an individual
- Collaborated with building and district staff to develop FBAs, BIPs, and/or other strategies in order to address student-related concerns.
- Responded to staff requests for information and/or intervention in situations that could negatively impact student goals
- Implemented peer mediation programs to promote conflict resolution skills among students, reducing instances of bullying and aggression.
- Crisis team member (CPI certified) able to respond to crises and other situations that could negatively impact students and staff
- Supervised MSW intern during 2021-2022 school year.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Monitored progress of identified students using data-driven decision making to adjust intervention plans as needed.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Served as a liaison between the school, family, and community agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration around student needs.
- Completed psychosocial histories of students under evaluation.
- Implemented and maintained a system to ensure timely compliance with IEP deadlines and requirements, including tracking crucial dates such as annual meetings, evaluations, and progress reports through established protocols.
- Assisted parents in navigating the special education process, ensuring proper identification and provision of services for their children.
School Social Worker: Addison and Cicero
Ombudsman
04.2014 - 09.2018
- Co-developed a point-and-level system for an alternative school, setting clear expectations for students and staff in a startup alternative education program.
- Delivered social work support to Individualized Education Program (IEP) students in both individual and group educational settings.
- Authored, implemented, monitored, and revised student IEP goals, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)/Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and transition plans.
- Provided assistance during crises and other situations that could potentially impact students negatively.
- Designed curriculum for social work group sessions.
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
School Social Work Intern
Addison Trail High School
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Identified and assessed students requiring Response to Intervention (RTI) interventions, particularly those at the 3rd tier level.
- Participated in various meetings, including initial evaluations, annual Individualized Education Program (IEP) re-evaluations, 3-year re-evaluations, progress reviews, and RTI discussions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address student challenges with empathy and expertise.
- Educated staff and students on pertinent mental health issues related to social and emotional well-being.
- Acted as a liaison between families, schools, hospitals, social services, therapists, and other relevant entities.
- Co-facilitated a parent outreach program aimed at fostering healthy family connections.
SWK Intern
Northeast DuPage Family and Youth Services (NEDFYS)
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Conducted intake interviews, assessments, and documentation for clients.
- Facilitated confidential individual and family sessions with diverse clients of varying ages, socio-economic backgrounds, and cultures.
- Co-facilitated the Step-Up group aimed at fostering positive change in adolescents with domestic abuse charges and their parents.
- Offered guidance, support, and direction to at-risk elementary and middle school students at the Green Teen Center in Bensenville.
- Researched and applied tailored therapeutic techniques and interventions to address individual client needs.
- Served on-call for crisis intervention across 17 suburban police departments on a rotating basis.
Special Education Resource Teacher
Willow Academy
Burr Ridge, IL
08.2006 - 07.2011
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Dupage District 88
Villa Park, IL
08.2001 - 08.2006
Education
School Mental Health Advance Practitioner Program Certificate (SMHAPP) -
05.2021
Masters in Social Work - School Social Work
05.2013
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behavioral Sciences - Applied Behavioral Sciences
05.2009
Skills
- Life Skills Development
- IEP Compliance and Collaboration
- Special Education Knowledge
- Data collection and management
- Solution-based interventions
- Confidential case documentation
Accomplishments
- Facilitated Alternative Ed. and Middle School cross country, PLCs: 2020/2021
- Certificate in Divorce and Family Mediation: July 2016
- AsIs Co-sponsor: Assisted in the creation and management of the GSA club at Addison Trail
Licenses
PEL (Social Work) IEIN: 650520, June 2013
LCSW 149.022403, valid through 11/30/2025
Timeline
School Social Worker - Plainfield Academy Alternative School - Plainfield School District 202
09.2018 - Current
School Social Worker: Addison and Cicero - Ombudsman
04.2014 - 09.2018
School Social Work Intern - Addison Trail High School
08.2012 - 06.2013
SWK Intern - Northeast DuPage Family and Youth Services (NEDFYS)
08.2011 - 05.2012
Special Education Resource Teacher - Willow Academy
08.2006 - 07.2011
Special Education Teacher Assistant - Dupage District 88
08.2001 - 08.2006
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY - School Mental Health Advance Practitioner Program Certificate (SMHAPP),
AURORA UNIVERSITY - Masters in Social Work, School Social Work
NATIONAL-LOUIS UNIVERSITY - Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behavioral Sciences, Applied Behavioral Sciences
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