Merlea Mrozik
Cloquet,MN
Summary
Compassionate and motivated professional with experience in mental health, student support, behavioral interventions, research, and advocacy. Skilled in building meaningful relationships, collaborating with diverse teams, and adapting to new environments. Dependable, open-minded, determined, and quick to learn, with a strong commitment to teamwork and high-quality work.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Practitioner
Duluth Public Schools
Duluth, Minnesota
11.2025 - Current
- Provided tailored mental health support to students in group and individual sessions, enhancing their emotional resilience.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate emotional and behavioral health of students.
- Created personalized coping strategies for students facing various challenges.
- Partnered with teachers to assess student needs and implement effective intervention strategies and recording progress.
Case Manager
Supportive Living Solutions
Duluth, Minnesota
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated waiver services and community resources for people with disabilities.
- Assisted clients in achieving independent living goals through person-centered planning and advocacy.
- Prepared and submitted documentation to St. Louis County, facilitating timely funding and service authorization for clients.
Direct Support Professional
Cardinal of Minnesota
Rochester, Minnesota
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Delivered compassionate, patient care to individuals with disabilities in a residential setting, ensuring effective communication through verbal and nonverbal interactions.
- Maintained accurate records of client data and progress notes.
- Assisted clients with daily living tasks, enhancing their independence in hygiene, meal preparation, dressing, grooming, and housekeeping, while still maintaining independence.
Undergraduate Student Intern
River Stone Psychological Services
Rochester, Minnesota
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Observed dialectical behavior therapy sessions to understand therapeutic techniques, EMDR, group therapy, and psychological assessment processes.
- Supported graduate-level training activities using clinical case studies.
- Aided therapists in delivering effective group therapy sessions.
- Participated in team meetings to contribute to discussions on client progress and treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Neuroscience
University of Wisconsin River Falls
River Falls, WI05-2025
Skills
- Client Advocacy
- Client Progress Monitoring
- Data management
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Adaptability & Fast Learning
- Reliability & Time Management
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Timeline
Mental Health Practitioner
Duluth Public Schools
11.2025 - Current
Case Manager
Supportive Living Solutions
05.2025 - 08.2025
Direct Support Professional
Cardinal of Minnesota
06.2023 - 12.2024
Undergraduate Student Intern
River Stone Psychological Services
06.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Neuroscience
University of Wisconsin River Falls