Lana C.

Henrickson-Ritter
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EDUCATION
Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI
Social Work Major - Advanced Standing, MSW
School Social Work Certification Anticipated August 2017
Graduation: Summer 2017

Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI

Social Work Major - BSW
With course emphasis in Child and Family Welfare
Additional course emphasis in Women and Gendered Studies
Graduation: Spring 2013

EXPERIENCE
Tri-County Area Schools, Howard City, MI August 2016-Present
SSW MSW Intern, Howard City, MI
Provide assessments to students
Assist with Individualized Education Plans (IEP), Review of
Existing Evaluation Data (REED), Multidisciplinary Evaluation
Team (MET), Manifestation Determination Review (MDR), and
additional meetings in regards to school social work
Service students on caseload by providing services in relation to
their IEP goals and objectives
Provide crisis services to all students on an as-needed basis
Review research for evidence-based practices for students with
various needs and disabilities
Conduct behavior observations and student interviews for
special education data
Created groups for students with speech and language delays, as
well as students with ADHD
Re-evaluated the Functional Behavioral Assessments and
Behavior Intervention Plans to make them more streamlined and
consistent across the district

Choice Schools Associates, Grand Rapids, MI March 2012-Present

Internal Communications and Marketing Representative
Provide support for leaders and teachers in regards to
communication with parents and students
Organize and assist with carrying out a Character Education
program, providing character trait processes to students
Lead all social media, website and brand designs
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Ambassador Coach: set meetings with various parents and staff

groups to discuss roles within the schools and communities, as
well as participate in grassroots throughout various communities
Participate in school Board meetings to provide additional
information regarding marketing initiatives, present concerns,
and partake in building school culture
Implemented student enrollment process and coordinate student
enrollment for twelve schools

Arbor Circle, Grand Rapids, MI August 2012 April 2013

Kent School Service Network (KSSN)
Clinical Support and Student Assistance Intern, Cedar Springs Public
Schools
Devised treatment plan activities with clients
Met weekly with students of various ages, grades K-12 and
provided strength based therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
(CBT), and the use of multiple intervention techniques
Participated in implementing attendance and academic
procedures for students
Worked individually with youth and youth in crisis
Communicate with students, teachers and parents regarding
student progress with grades and treatment goals
Implemented lesson plans for groups, including school and
management technique group for low performing students
Lead various student groups, with range of age groups:
ADD/ADHD, divorce, tutoring, and Habits of Mind
Documentation in progress notes and updated service plans
Identification of services, agencies and organizations within the
community that can provide assistance as needed

ACTIVITIES
ADOS Certification (Feb. 2017)
CPR Certification (Jan. 2017)
Montcalm County ISD Social Work Meetings (Sep. 2016 April 2017)
Phi Alpha Epsilon Chapter Member (Sep. 2016 - current)
Ruby Payne Poverty Seminar (Aug. 2016)
Poverty Workshop (Feb. 2015)
LGBTQ Seminar (April 2013)
Play Therapy Training (Dec. 2012)