Bre Kloski
McHenry
Summary
Compassionate and motivated MSW student with a strong foundation in case management, child development, and trauma-informed care. Experienced in relationship-building, small group facilitation, and documentation. Passionate about supporting children and adolescents who have experienced trauma, with a long-term goal of combining mental health and therapeutic farming. Known for excellent active listening, warm interpersonal skills, and a dedication to holistic healing.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Care Coordinator, QIDP, Case Manager
Pioneer Center for Human Services
McHenry
02.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
- Collaborated with other service providers to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Organized group activities to provide socialization opportunities for clients.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed implementation strategies and monitored progress towards goals.
- Advised staff members on effective strategies for working with challenging client behaviors.
Sunday School Volunteer
The Chapel
McHenry
09.2024 - Current
- Provided guidance and encouragement to students during class.
- Collaborated with other volunteers on curriculum development initiatives.
- Explained Bible stories to children in an age-appropriate manner.
- Assisted with crafts and other hands-on activities for younger students.
- Assisted with student behavior management when necessary.
Seasonal Garden Center Merchandiser
Stinchcomb Nursery Service
Crystal Lake
02.2024 - Current
- Inspected incoming shipments for accuracy prior to restocking shelves.
- Created signage to promote seasonal items and special offers.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate plants, soil, fertilizers, and other gardening supplies.
- Communicated with vendors regarding new products and promotions.
Youth Development & Event Coordinator, Garden & Farm Guide, Farmer
Unity Gardens
South Bend
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Designed and implemented sponsorship letters for donations, led projects, and planned events.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to ensure the well-being of each participant is addressed holistically.
- Recruited volunteers from local organizations to provide additional resources for program participants.
- Organized farm activities to support the development of life skills, such as communication, teamwork, problem solving, and leadership.
- Participated in the loading and unloading of harvested products and supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure all farm operations ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Supported the farm stand or market, preparing and selling produce directly to consumers.
- Prepared soil for planting, employing tillage, and fertilization techniques.
- Fed and watered livestock, ensuring their health and well-being.
- Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
Education
Masters - Social Work
Aurora University
Aurora, IL07-2027
Bachelor's - Psychology with a concentration in child & adolescent development
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH08.2024
Skills
- CPR, first aid, AED trained
- Relationship development
- Fundraising
- Organization
- Client progress monitoring
- Behavior management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Crisis intervention
- Documentation
- Client assessment
- Volunteer recruitment
- Microsoft office
- Self-Directed
References
- Sara Stewart, sara@theunitygardens.org, (574) 315-4361, Unity Gardens
- Jen Polizzi, jpolizzi@chapel.org, (815) 354-9678, The Chapel
- Kim Wicks, wicks@stinchcombassociates.com, (419) 515-0688, Stinchcomb Nursery
Timeline
Client Care Coordinator, QIDP, Case Manager
Pioneer Center for Human Services
02.2025 - Current
Sunday School Volunteer
The Chapel
09.2024 - Current
Seasonal Garden Center Merchandiser
Stinchcomb Nursery Service
02.2024 - Current
Youth Development & Event Coordinator, Garden & Farm Guide, Farmer
Unity Gardens
05.2017 - 05.2020
Masters - Social Work
Aurora University
Bachelor's - Psychology with a concentration in child & adolescent development
Southern New Hampshire University
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