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Education
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MATTHEW MILLER

Baldwin,MI

Summary

To obtain counseling oriented position in a probation/parole or social work capacity. I also have interest in obtaining a high school level coaching position or athletic director position covering all sports.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Success Specialist

Mason County Central Middle School
04.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with other Student Success Specialists to share best practices for improving student outcomes across the institution.
  • Promoted a positive school culture by actively participating in school events and community outreach initiatives.
  • Conducted regular assessments of student progress, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instructional approaches accordingly.
  • Advised students on course selection based on their interests, goals, strengths, weaknesses, or specific requirements of their educational program or career pathway.

Housing Resource Specialist

TrueNorth Community Services
01.2021 - Current
  • Communicated with housing managers and rental agencies on behalf of clients.
  • Verified assets and income for applicants.
  • Educated clients on lease and rental agreements.
  • Assessed eligibility of applicants in accordance with predetermined criteria to fill vacancies.
  • Assisted clients with permanent housing transitions.

Insurance Agent

James Frizzell Agency
06.2016 - 10.2021
  • Researched and analyzed beneficial insurance and investment options and made recommendations to clients
  • Interviewed prospective clients to gather information on financial needs and discuss any existing coverage
  • Upsold products to policyholders and potential new clients
  • Exceeded company sales goals for new policies

Counselor

Youth Opportunity Evart Academy
10.2018 - 01.2021
  • Teach clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills and functional living skills
  • Develop comprehensive treatment plans focusing on accurate diagnosis and behavioral treatment of problems
  • Reference and use various therapy techniques, including psychodynamic, family systems, cognitive behavioral and lifespan integration psychotherapy
  • Coordinator/Facilitator of weekly substance abuse groups on campus

Dean Of Students

Casman Academy
08.2015 - 06.2016
  • Improved student educational plans by advising on course selection, progress plans and career decisions
  • Coordinator/Facilitator of RTR (Responsible Thinking Room) and student discipline
  • Administrative support staff for Director/Assistant Director
  • Coordinate work permits/referrals for students

Substance Abuse Counselor

Family Health Care
01.2003 - 07.2015
  • Provide substance abuse counseling in an outpatient setting for referrals in Lake, Newaygo, Osceola, Mecosta counties and through Lake County Residential Re-Entry Program.
  • Maintain progress notes, create treatment plans and complete required documentation for Michigan Department of Corrections through use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Works and Therascribe Programs.
  • Screen Referrals for return of Driver's License and complete other court ordered assessments for additional treatment services.
  • Correspond with patient referral agents to determine ongoing appropriate treatment needs for patient and other family members.

Intensive Juvenile Probation Officer

Hope Network
09.2001 - 10.2002
  • Supervise juvenile offenders assigned to probation through Wexford County Juvenile Court Division.
  • Coordinate job placement and community service for offenders to satisfy court obligations.
  • Administered drug screening with offenders to monitor compliance to court conditions.
  • Organized Family System meetings to provide appropriate interventions and counseling to offender's family and friends.
  • Maintained ongoing contacts/meetings with various school personnel and other organizational departments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Sociology

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI

Certification

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC-M): Expiration 8-1-2023

Licensed Property and Casualty Insurance Agent: Expiration: 6-1-2024

Michigan High School Athletic Association Referee since 1995

Mason County Central 8th Grade Boys Basketball Coach since 2022

Timeline

Student Success Specialist

Mason County Central Middle School
04.2022 - Current

Housing Resource Specialist

TrueNorth Community Services
01.2021 - Current

Counselor

Youth Opportunity Evart Academy
10.2018 - 01.2021

Insurance Agent

James Frizzell Agency
06.2016 - 10.2021

Dean Of Students

Casman Academy
08.2015 - 06.2016

Substance Abuse Counselor

Family Health Care
01.2003 - 07.2015

Intensive Juvenile Probation Officer

Hope Network
09.2001 - 10.2002

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Sociology

Grand Valley State University
MATTHEW MILLER