Steven Mathis

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to identify and address students' academic and social-emotional needs

Implemented a school-wide positive behavior support program

Provided consultation and training to teachers on trauma-informed practices, enabling them to better support students who have experienced adverse life events

Supported the implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with special needs, ensuring appropriate accommodations and services were provided

Provided crisis intervention services to students in acute distress, working collaboratively with school administrators and mental health professionals to ensure their safety and well-being

• Behavioral Assessment
• Individual Counseling
• Crisis Intervention
• Child Welfare
• Special Education Knowledge
• IEP Development
• Mandated Reporting

sensory needs team

fostering a safer and more inclusive school environment.

Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement classroom-based social-emotional learning activities, promoting positive behavior and emotional regulation

Provided individual counseling to students facing emotional challenges

TCI

PBIS structure

SEL Curriculum development

Restorative practices, including resporative discipline trainin

List the number of multidisciplinary teams or committees you've served on, which shows collaboration and leadership.

• Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
• Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
• Implemented evidence-based programs aimed at improving school climate and promoting positive behavior among students.
• Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
• Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
• Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
• Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
• Lead individualized and group counseling sessions with children and families.
• Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
• Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
• Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
• Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Enhanced student well-being by developing and implementing individualized support plans.
• Conducted assessments to identify students at risk and developed targeted interventions to support them.
• Resolved conflicts among students with mediation techniques, promoting harmonious school community.
• Enhanced student attendance by addressing underlying social and emotional issues.
• Provided grief counseling to students and staff, aiding school community in coping with loss.
• Led professional development sessions for faculty on mental health awareness, enhancing staff's ability to support students.
• Collaborated with teachers and parents to create supportive learning environment, leading to improved student academic performance.
• Facilitated transition for students changing schools or entering post-secondary education, promoting academic and social success.
• Supported students with special needs by coordinating with external agencies, ensuring comprehensive care.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss individual student needs holistically.
• Promoted student success by addressing barriers to learning through targeted interventions and case management services.
• Provided case management services, counseling, education and life-skills training to diverse, at-risk student population.
• Implemented peer mediation programs to promote conflict resolution skills among students, reducing instances of bullying and aggression.
• Identified student barriers to self-sufficiency and created relevant IEPs.
• Complied with federal, state and local standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment, and reporting and documentation.
• Monitored students for signs of trauma, abuse and neglect.
• Supported students, teachers and families during crisis situations.
• Provided group and individual counseling to address problems.
• Developed and implemented professional development workshops for school staff on topics related to social-emotional learning and mental health awareness.
• Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
• Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments of students'' social-emotional functioning to inform interventions and service planning.
• Provided crisis intervention services and collaborated with school staff to create safety plans for students at risk of self-harm or violence.
• Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.

• Provided Child & Adolescent mental health services for a grant-funded program serving students in the Rochester City School District
• outreach to identify and engage with students in need of services beyond what the school was offering
• family outreach engagement, assessment, and development of rapport and trust
• Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
• Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
• Reduced client symptoms of anxiety and depression with cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness exercises, and psychodynamic approaches.
• Advocated for clients'' needs within the broader healthcare system when necessary to ensure access to appropriate resources or accommodations during the treatment process.
• Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
• Established strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity.
• Assessed new clients thoroughly to determine appropriate level of care and recommend suitable treatment options within the community if needed.
• Coordinated care with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, and other relevant healthcare providers to ensure seamless continuity of care for clients.
• Created a safe environment that fostered open communication, trust building and vulnerability among clients.
• Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health distress, ensuring safety and stabilization.
• Documented client progress in confidential files.
• Enhanced school-wide mental health awareness through collaboration with staff
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to diagnose mental health disorders, laying groundwork for effective treatment.
• Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
• Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
• Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.

• Provided clinical services for youth in residential programs, both family court-mandated (RTC) and OMH-funded (RTF).
• Completed thorough assessments and developed individualized treatment plans for youth in placement.
• Provided weekly individual, group and family therapy.
• Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings to plan and coordinate care for youth and families.
• Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
• Conducted home visits to assess family needs and strengths and to provide support for behavioral management, effective communication, and conflict prevention.
• Promoted family reunification and stability and helped coordinate youths' successful return to their home communities.
• Collaborated with campus school to address students' social-emotional needs.
• Assisted clients in navigating the legal system, attending court hearings as needed and providing support throughout the process.
• Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.