ALICIA CRAMER, Ed.S.
51143 Oak Lined Drive, Granger
Summary
School Psychologist dedicated to utilizing strengths-based, collaborative processes and established assessment tools to holistically approach the needs of students. Seasoned child and adolescent professional with school-based, social work, and mental health experience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
School City Of Mishawaka
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with school staff/families/community agencies to implement effective strategies for addressing students' unique learning needs
- Complete comprehensive psychoeducational assessment and evaluation reports, with tailored recommendations, within designated timelines
- Facilitate multidisciplinary meetings and offer recommendations to increase student success
- Serve as a key member on school MTSS intervention teams
- Provide ongoing education and training for school teams regarding FBA/BIPs, special education law, processes, and procedures
School Psychologist
South Bend Community School Corporation
08.2019 - 08.2022
- School Psychology Intern 2019-2020 school year; Fully licensed school psychologist starting Fall 2020
- Consulted with school staff/families/outside agencies regarding educational needs of students
- Completed comprehensive psycho-educational assessment and evaluation reports within designated timelines
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings and offered recommendations to increase student success
- Consultant on school leadership teams, including: MTSS, PBIS, discipline data team, crisis intervention team, and psychologist-based MTSS/School Improvement team
- Provided ongoing education and training for school teams regarding special education law, processes, and procedures
School Psychology Practicum Student
Elkhart Community Schools
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Consulted with teachers and school intervention teams regarding educational needs of students
- Utilized established testing methods to evaluate academic, emotional and behavioral needs of students
- Completed psycho-educational evaluations and reports
- Facilitated counseling groups to support social-emotional health
- Completed functional behavior analysis and behavior intervention plans
- Collaborated with social worker to help students grow in social and emotional capacities
- Provided direct mental health counseling in excess of 100 hours to diverse clientele (community counseling center setting)
Graduate Assistant
Andrews University School Of Education
09.2017 - 06.2019
- Supported department members with administrative, research, and academic assistance
- Graded assignments in Seminar in Professional School Psychology course
- Edited department School Psychology Program Manual
School Social Worker
Elkhart Community Schools
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care plan
- Crisis intervention- completed risk assessments and safety planning with students and families
- Active member of MTSS and PBIS teams
- Lead classroom community meetings and lessons pertaining to social-emotional issues
- Collaborated with schools, family services and health care providers to determine services and aid with social-emotional and educational well-being
- Provided individual and group counseling to diverse student population
Systems of Care Facilitator
Oaklawn
10.2007 - 10.2016
- Provided mental health consultation and liaison services to 10 schools
- Conducted crisis intervention, including risk assessments and safety planning
- Established working relationships with families of students referred to promote and support improved functioning in school, at home, and community
- Facilitated collaboration between families, school, therapists, psychiatrists, DCS workers, and probation to promote team approach
- Active member of MTSS team and PBIS teams
Case Manager II
Oaklawn
09.2005 - 10.2007
- Coordinated mental health treatment as part of multidisciplinary treatment team
- Educated and supported children in utilizing healthy coping skills, emotion management, social skills, conflict resolution, and communication skills
- Provided positive parenting support and education
- Developed and monitored client treatment plans
Education
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MITaylor University
Upland, INSkills
- Diagnostic assessment
- Comprehensive report writing
- Collaborative consultation
- Crisis Intervention
- Mental health counseling and education
- Data-driven decision making
- Strengths-based
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports
- Trauma-informed care
Affiliations
- International Critical Incident Stress Foundation Crisis Intervention Certified (Group and Individual)
- National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)- Member
- The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi- Member
Additional Information
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Psychologist
School City Of Mishawaka
08.2022 - Current
School Psychologist
South Bend Community School Corporation
08.2019 - 08.2022
School Psychology Practicum Student
Elkhart Community Schools
01.2019 - 06.2019
Graduate Assistant
Andrews University School Of Education
09.2017 - 06.2019
School Social Worker
Elkhart Community Schools
10.2016 - 06.2017
Systems of Care Facilitator
Oaklawn
10.2007 - 10.2016
Case Manager II
Oaklawn
09.2005 - 10.2007
Andrews University
Taylor University
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