Christina Schlenker, Ma, Scl, Lpc, Ncc Email & Phone Number

Clawson, Mi

• Met with students to discuss academic, social-emotional and career/college concerns by developing a presence in the school and rapport with students• Creates academic plans for students who are in jeopardy of graduating by coordinating with student, parent, administrators and teachers to support student’s success• Engaged in conversation about career and college planning by assisting with applications, FASFA, Common App, Xello, EPDs, resumes and applying for scholarships• Utilized MiStar to create and change schedules for students to meet state graduation requirements • Managed 504 plans for students by communicating with the teachers, staff, parents/guardians and medical professionals about accommodations for students and developing and writing new plans• Assisted students in applying for Center for Advanced Studies and Arts, Oakland Schools Technical Campus, Oakland Community College Duel Enrollment, and Accelerated College Experience• Coordinated School Day state testing for SAT, ACT Workkeys, PSAT 8/9, PSAT 10, PSAT NMSQT MI-Access and M-STEP by applying or student accommodations for College Board, establishing testing groups and coordinating room and proctor assignments for various tests• Developed and implement professional development for staff on Unconscious Bias and the Danger of the Single Story as a part of the Diversity, Inclusion and Belong team to support an inclusive community for staff and students• Represented Clawson High School as the Social-Emotional Learning Building Leader on the Clawson Social Emotional Learning Committee by assisting in developing a staff survey, student survey to determine the needs of the school and organizing a building team to address these issues• Co-sponsored the Gay-Straight Alliance Club to help foster a safe space for the LGBTQAI+ to discuss issues and advocate for their needs in the school

-Support adult education students with their academic and career goals, by counseling students on GED or High School Diploma tracks-Input and collect data for Michigan Adult Education Reporting System (MAERS) to show accountability and student growth-Transcribe transcripts from high schools around the state and from different countries

• Developed and implement 504 plans by scheduling meetings and collecting student, parent and teacher input using PowerSchool Special Education• Participated in Student Assistant Team meetings to develop plans and interventions for students who are struggling academically, socially and emotionally• Organized meetings and activities for two lunch clubs, Green Team and Game Lunch, for students who find the lunch room overwhelming• Updated and create schedules using PowerSchool based on academic need and student interest• Empowered students to solve their problems through restorative interviewing and conversations

Troy, Michigan

• Created and changed schedules for new and returning students utilizing PowerSchool and Troy School District graduation requirements• Developed meaningful relationships with students by empathetically listening to various issues and empower students to solve their own problems• Coordinated a group with student leaders to promote school inclusion among new students• Proctored and assist in the organization of over 2,000 Advance Placement Exams and facilitate accommodations exams for students with disabilities• Utilized Schoology and eSchool to assist in academic planning for the summer programs and upcoming school year• Updated referral list for mental health and community services for the Troy High School community by researching and speaking to various clinicians and resource centers• Participated in a crisis intervention team to support grieving students after the passing of a classmate

Rochester, Michigan

- Conducted virtual and face to face individual appointments with undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni for resume reviews, mock interviews, job search strategies and career development using resources, such as O*Net, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Handshake and LinkedIn-Presented in a classroom setting on career-related topics, such as interviewing, resume/cover letters, LinkedIn/social media, career readiness and career networking to an average of 30 students- Initiated Poppin’ Wednesday, an event targeting underclassmen to introduce and connect them with Career Services, which resulted in an increase in freshman appointments and event attendance - Collaborated with co-workers and employers with organizing and facilitating 8 large Career Services events such as career fairs, etiquette dinner and speed networking events.-Facilitated meet-ups and tabling events for students in order to promote Career Service, build a rapport with students and be an active and accessible resource on campus-Assisted and implemented Oakland Universities first Workforce Recruitment Program season, by creating content for workshops and facilitating individual appointments to best prepare students for the hiring process-Developed various resources for students and alumni, such as a handout on how to brainstorm and create a comprehensive bullet point-Created a workshop designed specifically for first year students, by providing them with knowledge of how to find jobs on-campus and what their resumes should look like as incoming students

Rochester, Michigan

• Provide 45+ direct hours of mental health and career counseling services to 6 adult and adolescent clients with issues ranging from anxiety, depression and career development• Co-conducted a study skills group for 13 high school students focusing on stress management note-taking and learning styles• Utilize Titanium to write progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries and intake evaluations

Proud Lake Recreational Area

- Managed a calendar with developmentally appropriate daily educational activities, games and crafts for 70-60 children ages 5 to 12- Promoted growth and responsibility among campers by allowing them to create expectations to follow an have a choice in the games and activities camp provided- Organized 8-9 field trips and/or speakers for each summer,such as Greenfield Village, Lansing Lugnuts, Potter park Zoo, Heavner Canoe Rental and Dan the Creature Man- Provided information to parents about campers daily activities by conferencing individually and providing daily updates on a parent information board - Supervised and trained a staff of 10 counselors each summer in camp's daily routine, archery, canoeing and conflict resolution- Created and managed the schedule for staff by using Google Sheets

White Lake, Michigan

- Provided after and before school care for 30+ elementary age children, Kindergarten-5th grade- Coordinated with teachers and staff about students in order to ensure the safety of - Created activities for students to participate in, to foster education and pro-social behavior- Managed billing and scheduling process through Microsoft Excel

Highland, Michigan

- Applied High Scope Preschool Curriculum in a three-year-old pre-school classroom- Delivered daily care and created activities for an average of 16 students to promote pro-social behavior, enjoyment of learning and emotional intelligence

East Lansing, Mi

- Management of MSU Safe Place Intern Office, such as cleaning, signing in/out household supplies and delivering mail to residents- Facilitated room checks - Organized donations gifted to MSU Safe Place- Participated in a training for communicating with survivors of domestic violence and how to obtain Personal Protection Orders

East Lansing, Mi

- Responsible for floor operations and station management for an industrial sized university dining hall- Trained 30+ new student workers in daily operations, closing/opening shifts tasks, and specific station responsibilities- Provided customer service to hundreds of customers per shift by improving lines formations, cleanliness, and assuring that food was stocked at all times- Delegated tasks to 20 or more on-call and student employees each shift

Proud Lake Recreational Area

- Responsible for the well-being of 70 children - Implementing the schedule-Facilitating daily task and activities

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Counselor Education/School Counseling And Guidance Services And Clinical Mental Health

Activities and Societies: Chi Sigma Iota- Theta Chapter: Awards Chair

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Social Relations And Policy; Pyschology

Activities and Societies: MSU Dance Club- Officer: Level 2 Coordinator, MSU Safe Place- Volunteer, James Madison College Leadership Club.

Study Abroad, Sexual Politics And Gender Identity