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Meredith Comas

Manhattan,KS

Summary

Community health and social services professional recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency. Specialized in psychosocial education, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary facilitation. Strong skills in empathy, active listening, and communication lead to effective client support and positive outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Specialist

Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan
Manhattan, KS
03.2024 - Current
  • Provide weekly trauma-informed SEL and behavioral support services to at-risk youth identified by club leadership
  • Facilitate individual mentoring and small group sessions, promoting positive psychosocial development and education
  • Co-develop and implement individualized behavioral response plans; 60% showed measurable behavioral improvements within 90 days at time of 21st Century Learning Center assessment
  • Accurately document progress and outcomes, contributing to program evaluation and grant reporting
  • Lead crisis response interventions and coordinate follow-up care plans
  • Collaborate with families, school staff, and local partners to provide wraparound support

Community-based Youth Mentor/Volunteer

Big Brothers Big Sisters
Manhattan, KS
07.2022 - Current
  • Mentored a high-needs youth through consistent, individualized support focused on goal achievement and SEL growth
  • Partnered with guardians and case staff to support youth in reaching developmental milestones; mentee achieved 70% or more of annual goals, including obtaining employment, a driver’s license, and remaining on track for high school graduation
  • Coordinated monthly community-based activities aligned with youth interests to promote self-esteem and skill development

Child Protection Intern

Kansas Department for Children and Families
Manhattan, KS
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Participated in child abuse and neglect investigations alongside the Joint Investigative Team; supported intake assessments and follow-up for multiple family cases weekly
  • Assisted in the development of child safety plans and family case plans tailored to identified risks and family strengths
  • Maintained accurate, confidential documentation in alignment with agency procedures and HIPAA standards
  • Collaborated with schools, law enforcement, courts, and community providers to coordinate services and child safety
  • Contributed to short-term, preventative interventions that supported family stability and access to ongoing services
  • Assisted in drafting case findings at the close of 30-day investigation periods; most findings supported sustained home placements when appropriate

Client Support Provider

Pawnee Mental Health Services
Manhattan, KS
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Delivered community-based psychosocial rehabilitation and respite services to 10–15 clients weekly, targeting a 70% reduction in specific behaviors over a 90-day period
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings and contributed to case planning and progress reviews on a quarterly basis
  • Maintained accurate, confidential client documentation in alignment with HIPAA standards and agency protocols
  • Supported client access to services and transitions between care levels by coordinating with interdisciplinary teams and ensuring continuity of care

Education

Master of Social Work - Macro

University of Kansas
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05.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
08-2024

Skills

  • Trauma-informed care, behavioral health interventions, crisis response
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration, community resourcing, and client advocacy
  • Proficient in HIPAA compliance & Medicaid documentation
  • Strong written and oral communication, organizational leadership

Certification

  • The Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale, The Columbia Lighthouse Project, Renewed, 02/25
  • Child Abuse & Neglect, Kansas Children’s Service League, Obtained, 01/25
  • Connections Matter – Working with Adverse Childhood Experiences, Child Advocacy Center of Sedwick County, Obtained, 12/24
  • Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, American Red Cross, Valid, 11/24 – 11/26
  • Mental Health First Aid, National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Valid, 01/24 – 01/27
  • Workplace Violence Prevention & De-escalation, M.A.B. Program and Board of Behavioral Sciences, Valid, 07/23 – 07/25
  • Community Based Support Services, Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, Obtained, 07/23
  • Crisis Intervention, Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, Obtained, 07/23
  • Independent Living/Skills Building, Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, Obtained, 07/23
  • Attendant Care, Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, Obtained, 07/23
  • Psychosocial Rehabilitation, Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, Obtained, 07/23
  • Short-Term Respite Care, Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, Obtained, 07/23

Awards

  • Honors Standing, Recipient, Spring 2023 - Spring 2024
  • Royal Purple Scholar, Recipient, Fall 2020 - Spring 2024
  • Kirmser Undergraduate Research Award, Recipient, Spring 2023
  • Brewster Rogerson English Scholarship, Recipient, Fall 2021

Timeline

Child Protection Intern

Kansas Department for Children and Families
06.2024 - 09.2024

Mental Health Specialist

Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan
03.2024 - Current

Client Support Provider

Pawnee Mental Health Services
07.2023 - 03.2024

Community-based Youth Mentor/Volunteer

Big Brothers Big Sisters
07.2022 - Current

Master of Social Work - Macro

University of Kansas

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Kansas State University

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