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Ryan Lacey

Cleveland,OH

Summary

Compassionate Student Support Specialist at South Euclid Lyndhurst Schools, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Posses specialized skills in behavioral intervention strategies, individualized education plan implementation, crisis intervention, and conflict resolution. Successfully advocated for students' needs, enhancing attendance and academic outcomes through effective communication and multi-disciplinary teamwork. Developed and implemented social-emotional learning programs, fostering a supportive environment that improved student engagement and behavior management.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Support Specialist

South Euclid Lyndhurst Schools
Lyndhurst, OH
08.2024 - Current
  • Utilize restorative justice practices, conflict resolution, and trauma-informed approaches.
  • Counseled struggling students on how to best manage their behaviors and workloads effectively.
  • Enforced school policies regarding discipline while encouraging positive behavior.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities relevant to the position.
  • Initiated conversations with families about any social or emotional concerns they may have.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and other data points.
  • Created and delivered presentations on various topics related to attendance and academic success.
  • Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to discuss the progress of individual students.
  • Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
  • Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
  • Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
  • Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
  • Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
  • Offered counseling to students and parents to increase personal growth, self-understanding and behavioral management.
  • Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts, and phone calls.
  • Serve as a member of the School Leadership Team, and collaborate on MTSS and academic intervention plans.
  • Facilitate weekly student support meetings with counselors, teachers, and support staff.
  • Manage attendance initiatives, and support chronically absent students and families.
  • Created and coordinated social-emotional learning (SEL), PBIS programming, assemblies, and peer mentoring programs.
  • Mentored new teachers in classroom management and student engagement techniques.
  • Supported administration in family outreach and crisis response planning.

Summer School Dean of Students

South Euclid Lyndhurst Schools
Lyndhurst, OH
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Supported principal with daily operations and administrative tasks.
  • Coordinated camp registration, medical documentation, transportation logistics, and payroll timesheets.
  • Oversaw classroom setup and maintenance for optimal usage.
  • Developed and implemented camp orientation materials to enhance participant readiness.
  • Served as Summer Academy resource for enrollment inquiries and activity information.
  • Provided oversight and strategic direction for Summer Academy programming.
  • Ensured safety and security protocols for staff and students during activities.
  • Provided guidance on student discipline matters including investigations and hearings.
  • Communicated frequently by telephone, email and in-person meetings with families of students struggling to meet school expectations for discipline and attendance.
  • Upheld commitment to educational excellence by promoting and establishing atmosphere of mutual respect and trust between students, faculty and parents.
  • Collaborated with teachers to understand and improve classroom conditions.
  • Developed and used assessments, curricula recommended to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Supervised student arrival and dismissal while tracking attendance and disciplinary data.

School Counselor

Sunview Elementary School
Lyndhurst, USA
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Academic Support; Helping students develop study skills, organization and time management skills, and academic strategies to improve in their learning.
  • As a School Counselor I played a vital role in supporting students' in their academic, social and emotional well-being helping them to navigate challenges and reach their full potential.
  • Personal/Social Development; Providing counseling and support to help students manage social and emotional issues, such as peer relationships, family problems and mental health concerns.
  • Crisis Intervention; Responding to crisis such as bullying, emotional issues or other emergencies to ensure the safety and well-being of students.
  • Individual/Group Counseling; Conducting counseling sessions individually or in groups to address specific issues and promote personal growth.
  • Consultation; Collaborating with teachers parents or other school staff to support student success and address academic, behavioral or social/emotional concerns.
  • Advocacy; Advocating for students' needs and rights with the school system and community to ensure that they have access to necessary resources and support.
  • Prevention Programs; Implementing programs to prevent issues such as bullying, and truancy. Programs also developed to increase literacy rates and academic confidence.
  • Assessment; Administering assessments to help identify students strengths, interest and challenges, and using this information to guide counseling and support services.
  • Professional Development; Engaging in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices and counseling techniques.

Building Substitute Grades 4-6

Greenview Upper Elementary
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • A vital role of a Building Substitute to ensure that students continue to learn and grow in the absence of the regular teacher. As a Substitute Teacher I had the ability to adapt quickly, manage a classroom effectively, and deliver instruction which is essential for a successful day of learning.
  • Implementing Lesson Plans; teaching material according to the lesson plan provided including explaining concepts, leading discussions and facilitating activities.
  • Maintaining Classroom Management; enforcing rules/expectations to cultivate a safe and productive learning environment.

Child Protection Specialist Supervisor

Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services
12.2000 - 06.2021
  • Supervised a unit of Child Protection Specialists that investigated allegations of CA/N, ensuring children safety and referring services to alleviate further maltreatment of children.
  • Mentored and Coached Child Protection Specialist for professional development.
  • Educated Child Protection Specialists on child abuse and neglect policies and procedures as it relates to the Ohio Revised Code, SACWIS and CPOE Audits.
  • Assigned, monitored and audited cases for quality assurance.
  • Provided orientation / training to onboarding Social Service Employees.
  • Participant of several focus groups that planned, developed, and evaluated social service programs and policies.
  • Facilitated various committees to improve employee retention and workforce development.
  • Collaborated with community and local agencies to promote and develop resources.
  • Provided quality court testimony under oath to determine custody decisions.
  • Ensured policies and procedures are being followed to ensure safety as well as state mandates for CPOE compliance and ethical purposes.
  • Prepared weekly and monthly statistical reports.
  • Reviewed data to ensure agency and CPOE standards are being met in accordance with the timeliness of completing investigations, face to face contacts and service implementation.
  • Panel participant for monthly provider meetings with drug treatment providers and local hospital social workers to discuss collaboration of services.
  • Conducted New Hire Interviews.
  • Mentored, coached and trained Onboarding Supervisors.
  • S.T.A.R.T Sobriety Treatment & Recovery Team Supervisor; supervised staff to ensure the safety of infants born drug-exposed or positive for substances at birth.
  • 2018 Attendee at the Specialized Court Docket Annual Conference for the Ohio Mental Health and Drug Court Dockets.
  • OH START Implementation Team Supervisor, May 2020.

Counseling Intern/Therapist & Community Outreach Liaison

Robyn C.Hill Counseling and Professional Development
08.2015 - 10.2019
  • Collected information about individuals/clients using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment tools.
  • Provided counseling services to individuals, groups, and families utilizing multidisciplinary modalities of treatment to assist them understand problems, deal with crisis situations, define goals and assist clients to develop realistic action plans.
  • Provided cognitive and emotional formal assessment utilizing standardized self-report and projective instruments.
  • Documented informed consent, patient information including session notes, progress notes, recommendations and treatment plans.
  • Developed therapeutic treatment plans based on clients' strengths, interests, abilities, and needs. Advised clients of the benefits of counseling.
  • Analyzed data such as interview notes, test results, and reference manuals to identify symptoms and to diagnose the nature of the clients' challenges.
  • Consulted with the professionals, agencies, universities to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources or techniques, and to share occupational information.
  • Participated in continuing education courses specifically on trends in counseling as it relates to grief, trauma and holistic practices.
  • Referred clients to specialities or other resources for non-counseling services.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical And Mental Health Counseling

John Carrol University
University Heights, Ohio
08-2016

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Ursuline College
Pepper Pike, Ohio
01-2011

Skills

  • Conflict resolution
  • Effective communication
  • Client assessment
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Performance measurement
  • Client advocacy
  • Quality assurance
  • Crisis intervention
  • Therapeutic services
  • Budget management
  • Staff training
  • Multi-disciplinary teamwork
  • Case management
  • Project management
  • Community outreach
  • Public speaking
  • Cultural competence
  • Multi-systemic therapy
  • Restorative practices
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Data management
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Parent engagement
  • Behavioral management

Certification

  • Trauma Informed, 06/01/20
  • Family Engagement, 01/01/19
  • Life Coach, 01/01/19

Professional References

  • Arika Taylor, Sunview Elementary School Principal, 216-691-2225, taylora@sel.k12.oh.us
  • Latasha D. Brown, MPA, Senior Social Service Supervisor, (216) 926-3555, latasha.Brown@jfs.ohio.gov
  • Selina Dublin, Senior Social Service Supervisor, (216) 635-3860, selina.dublin@jfs.ohio.gov
  • Robyn C. Hill, Owner/Operator, (216) 916-9337, info@RobynHillServices.com
  • Thomas Coleman, (216) 691-6393/ (216) 402-1319, colemant@sel.k12.oh.us

Affiliations

  • Annie E. Casey Family to Family workgroup
  • Labor Relations Committee
  • TDM Focus Group
  • Behavioral Competencies Focus Group
  • PCSAO Legislative Committee
  • Opiate Task Force
  • OFL Workforce Committee Chair
  • Supervisor Advisory Board Committee
  • Medical Review Group
  • Policy Review Group
  • Think Relate Coach
  • Racial Equity

Accomplishments

As a part of the media relations team at The Division of Children and Family Services, I had the opportunity to represent the agency in several detailed interviews with the Plain Dealer, Channel 19, and Channel 5 news. I participated in speaking forums to educate the community, partners and service providers about the agency. Specifically, as it relates to The Sobriety Treatment and Recovery Team (START) that was implemented at CCDCFS and OHIO START. I was a leader amongst my peers assisting them with evaluation and critical thinking in regards to staff and the best interest of families. In 2010 I was awarded Social Worker of the Year and 2017 Supervisor of the Year.

Timeline

Student Support Specialist

South Euclid Lyndhurst Schools
08.2024 - Current

Summer School Dean of Students

South Euclid Lyndhurst Schools
06.2024 - 07.2024

Building Substitute Grades 4-6

Greenview Upper Elementary
09.2023 - 11.2023

School Counselor

Sunview Elementary School
09.2023 - 03.2024

Counseling Intern/Therapist & Community Outreach Liaison

Robyn C.Hill Counseling and Professional Development
08.2015 - 10.2019

Child Protection Specialist Supervisor

Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services
12.2000 - 06.2021

Master of Arts - Clinical And Mental Health Counseling

John Carrol University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Ursuline College

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