Katie Proctor

Ph. (734) 564-1259

katie_proctor@yahoo.com
Education
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK Expected April, 2017
Grand Valley State University Grand Rapids, MI

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE PSYCHOLOGY April, 2007

Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE CRIMINAL JUSTICE April, 2007

Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI

STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM July 2006-December 2006

University of New South Wales Sydney, Australia

Social Work Experience

INTERN; Childrens Advocacy Center, Holland, MI

May, 2016- Present

Maintain caseload of approximately 5 clients ages 3-16 years.
Conduct assessments for children under age 10 to discuss body safety, sexualized behaviors, and
potential risk or history of exposure.
Assist in Forensic Interviews by providing observation notes and conducting parent contact
interviews.
Conduct counseling sessions utilizing a Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach
with victims of sexual abuse ages 3-17 years.
Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct case reviews, discuss case recommendations,
provide referrals and deliver victim/family advocacy.

GROUP LEADER; Lighthouse Treatment Program for Girls, West Olive, MI May 2016-Present
Collaborate with outside agencies to organize mentorships for residents to learn new skills and/or hobbies.
Provide casework management for up to 8 girls, ages 12-17.
Work collaboratively within a team of two LMSW therapists and youth specialists to provide individualized
treatment to residents in the program.
Facilitate a psychoeducational group to address the six domains of the program (Intellectual, Relational,
Sexual, Physical, Emotional, Spiritual)
Conduct and analyze assessment data from tools such as the Symptom Checklist 90 (SCL-90) and the
Functional Family Therapy (FFT) assessment.
Implement facility program and oversee daily activities of detained adolescents.

Work Experience
GROUP LEADER; Ottawa County Juvenile Detention Center, West Olive, MI October 2015-May 2016
Facilitate activities and implement treatment plans within substance abuse program.
Worked collaboratively with MSW therapist to support and enhance treatment group.
 Implemented facility program and oversaw daily activities of detained adolescents.

ACTING SHIFT SUPERVISOR; Ottawa County Juvenile Detention Center, West Olive, MI November 2011-Present
Ensure actions of Youth Specialists are in compliance with state licensing requirements and organizational
policies.
Maintain a safe and secure environment using verbal de-escalation techniques and/or Crisis Prevention
Intervention (CPI) behavioral management skills during crisis or emergency situations.
Prepare and review written reports, authorize detainment of residents, administer medications

YOUTH SPECIALIST; Ottawa County Juvenile Detention Center, West Olive, MI May 2009-October 2015
Implement Guided Group Interaction (GGI) Program to encourage problem solving techniques and
teambuilding skills.
Prevent crisis situations using verbal de-escalation skills and utilize CPI restraint methods when appropriate.

Achievements
Received Youth Specialist of the Year award for 2013 from the Michigan Juvenile Detention Association.
Developed and facilitated a psycho-educational group with female residents focusing on self-esteem,
communication, sexual health, social skills, and family dynamics through education and guidance from 2009-
2014.
Activities Committee Chair from 2010-2015 and former member of the detention training committee.

Related Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Certified in Crisis Prevention/Intervention behavioral management
Certified in First Aid and CPR
Certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Experienced in working with at-risk youth, juvenile offenders and emotionally impaired youth.
Excellent in working with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Familiar with the adjudication process, family dynamics and Michigan court system.