Erin Lindgren
Grand Rapids
Summary
Empathetic professional with strong communication skills in the education sector. Experienced in crisis intervention and family support, focusing on creating safe environments and ensuring timely access to essential resources for students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Social Worker
Deer River High School
Deer River, MN
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs, ensuring timely access to appropriate resources.
- Advocated for students' rights and well-being within school policies and community programs.
- Developed crisis intervention strategies to address immediate student needs effectively.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Established supportive relationships with at-risk youth through regular check-ins, goal-setting activities, and consistent followup.
- Served as a liaison between the school, family, and community agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration around student needs.
- Connected families with community resources to address needs such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
Social Worker
Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital
Grand Rapids, MN
03.2018 - 02.2023
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
College of Saint Scholastica
Duluth, MN 05-2004
Skills
- Emotional support
- Family support
- Student advocacy
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
School Social Worker
Deer River High School
02.2023 - Current
Social Worker
Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital
03.2018 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
College of Saint Scholastica