Shania Hawker
Howell
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate human services professional with over 5 years of combined experience in behavioral health, social work, recreational therapy, and substance abuse rehabilitation. Skilled in client assessment, crisis intervention, and developing individualized care plans to support personal growth and well-being. Known for strong communication, empathy, and teamwork skills, with a proven ability to foster trust and build rapport with diverse populations. Committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to organizational and ethical standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
Ivy Rehab for Kids
08.2025 - Current
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop and modify individualized treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
MiFamily Together Worker
Orchards Children's Services
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients, addressing a wide range of social and emotional issues
- Developed personalized treatment plans for clients based on thorough assessments and evaluations
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate services and resources for clients in need
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs within the community, ensuring access to necessary support systems
- Assisted clients in navigating complex government assistance programs, such as Medicaid or SNAP
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and provide support to families in crisis situations
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to address specific client needs and promote positive outcomes
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, treatment plans, and case management activities
- Coordinated referrals to external agencies or specialists when additional services were required
- Participated in regular supervision meetings with colleagues to discuss cases and receive guidance on best practices
- Provided educational workshops on topics such as parenting skills, stress management, or conflict resolution
- Aided homeless individuals by connecting them with housing resources and facilitating access to basic necessities
Paraprofessional Educator - Special Education
The Stepping Stones Group
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Level 3 special education classroom
- Working with special needs students to achieve their goals while tracking behaviors
- Instructional support: Assisting with lessons, co-teaching, and providing one-on-one tutoring
- Classroom management: Organizing materials, setting up the classroom, and tracking attendance
- Student needs: Helping with personal care, social skills, and behavior management
- Collaboration: Working with students, parents, and staff, and participating in conferences and meetings
Behavior Technician
Patterns Behavioral Services
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Monitoring client behaviors/actions
- Record patient progress/decline
- Communication with clients and those involved in the treatment plan
- Implement behavior reduction and assist in skills treatment plan
- Assist client in day to day activities, as well as, day to day language and/or behaviors
Behavior Technician
The Oxford Center
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Monitoring client behaviors/actions
- Record patient progress/decline
- Communication with clients and those involved in the treatment plan
- Implement behavior reduction and assist in skills treatment plan
- Assist client in day to day activities, as well as, day to day language and/or behaviors
Behavior Technician
Work Skills Corporation
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Monitoring client behaviors/actions
- Record patient progress/decline
- Communication with clients and those involved in the treatment plan
- Implement behavior reduction and assist in skills treatment plan
- Assist client in day to day activities, as well as, day to day language and/or behaviors
Recreational Therapist
The WellBridge Group
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Reduce stress, depression, and anxiety; while also stimulating basic physical and mental abilities. This position consisted of arts & crafts, socialization, games, exercise, etc. in order to improve the minds and bodies of the residents.
Unit Technician
Ascension Brighton Center For Recovery
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Performs patient care comfort-safety rounds per unit routine; including vitals, temperatures, fall risks, suicide risks, etc.
- Assisting RN with admissions, discharges, and transfers; paperwork, vitals, checking luggage, filing and organizing paperwork within their charts/binders, etc.
- Technology skills within the systems CDHR, PAAM, Lab Works, Google email/drives, and various applications such as, word, pages, spreadsheets, etc.
- Assuring every patient is comfortable and their needs are met in a timely and appropriate manner
- Specimen collections
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice/Addiction Studies
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI08.2023
Diploma - General
Pinckney Community High School
Pinckney, MI12.2015
Skills
- Conflict Management
- Effective organizational skills
- Monitoring vital signs
- Crisis Intervention
- Therapeutic intervention skills
- Client support
- Autism-focused special education
- Strong Communication - English
- Implementation of behavior analysis
- Individual / Group Counseling
- Inclusive leadership approach
- Strong Work Ethic
Certification
- Driver's License, Michigan - Dec. 2022 - March 2026
- Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid Certified, 360 Life Safety - March 2024 - 2026
- Safety-Care (v7) Specialist Certification, QBS - February 2024
- RBT 40-Hour Training (2nd Ed.), Michigan - March 2024
Community Service
Girl Scouts – Livingston County
Volunteer | 10+ Years of Service
- Dedicated over a decade to community service through Girl Scouts, leading and organizing service projects, fundraising efforts, and outreach events.
- Continued involvement as a parent volunteer with daughter’s troop, helping coordinate programs and events; supporting youth development and mentoring to young members.
- Built leadership, event planning, and community engagement skills through long-term service.
- Received Bronze Award (20+ hr community service project), developing teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Received Silver Award (50+ hr community service project), gaining experience in research, planning, and executing a project addressing a root cause of a community issue.
Mackinac Island Honor Scouts (MIHS) – Mackinac Island, MI
Volunteer | 2 Years of Service
- Represented the Girl Scouts with professionalism during 10-day rotations on Mackinac Island.
- Completed year-round training to prepare for duties, demonstrating dedication and leadership.
- Contributed over 160 volunteer hours in public service, hospitality, and community engagement.
- Supported visitors and community members, building strong communication and teamwork skills.
Language
English - C1 Advanced (EF SET Certification - 2025)
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Ivy Rehab for Kids
08.2025 - Current
MiFamily Together Worker
Orchards Children's Services
12.2024 - 07.2025
Paraprofessional Educator - Special Education
The Stepping Stones Group
09.2024 - 12.2024
Behavior Technician
Patterns Behavioral Services
02.2024 - 07.2024
Behavior Technician
The Oxford Center
07.2022 - 05.2024
Behavior Technician
Work Skills Corporation
01.2022 - 06.2022
Recreational Therapist
The WellBridge Group
06.2021 - 12.2021
Unit Technician
Ascension Brighton Center For Recovery
11.2020 - 04.2021
Diploma - General
Pinckney Community High School
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice/Addiction Studies
Western Michigan University
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