Mary Mendez-Vandenberg
Lombard
Summary
Dynamic School Social Worker with a proven track record at Will County School District 92, adept at crisis intervention and student advocacy. Skilled in mental health assessment and fostering resilience, I effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student support and promote a positive school culture.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Social Worker
Will County School District 92
08.2020 - Current
- Supported students, teachers and families during crisis situations.
- Participated in IEP, MTSS and other related meetings that determined and implemented goal areas and progress monitoring.
- Provided case management services, counseling, education and life-skills training to diverse, at-risk student population.
- Collaborated with school personnel, families and outside providers/agencies to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Created and Facilitated school-wide activities/resources/supports to promote and improve school culture.
- Complied with federal, state and local standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment, and reporting and documentation.
Social Work Intern
Willowbrook High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Performed client screenings and accurately recorded data in case files to facilitate clinical case coordination services and case management duties.
- Facilitated support groups and workshops to provide valuable services to students.
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Participated in IEP and 504 Plan meetings to identify areas of social and emotional needs.
Social Work Intern
Riveredge Hospital
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Conducted thorough crisis assessments for walk-in and ER transferred patients to determine an appropriate level of care.
- Educated patients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
- Facilitated in the completion and organization of necessary intake and discharge paperwork.
- Maintained appropriate training of crisis intervention and CPI certifications.
Education
Master of Social Work - School Social Work
Dominican University
River Forest, IL05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Sociology
Dominican University
River Forest, IL05-2019
Skills
- Practical problem-solving approaches
- Supportive counseling services
- Student advocacy
- Verbal and written communication
- Experience in special education
- Risk assessments
- Crisis intervention
- Resilience
- Suicide prevention
- Emotional support
- Mental health assessment
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Timeline
School Social Worker
Will County School District 92
08.2020 - Current
Social Work Intern
Willowbrook High School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Social Work Intern
Riveredge Hospital
08.2018 - 04.2019
Master of Social Work - School Social Work
Dominican University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Sociology
Dominican University