Brandy J. Stronczek, BASW, MSW, LSW, SLP-A (TX)

Brandy J. Stronczek, BASW, MSW, LSW, SLP-A (TX) 4306 W 1100 N ~ Markle, IN 46770 ~ (260) 341-1177 cell ~ [email protected]

EDUCATION University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI; Summer 2014 – Current; (MS May 2017) Communication Sciences and Disorders* GPA: 3.80 Eastern New Mexico University, Portales, New Mexico; Summer 2011 - 2013 Communication Sciences and Disorders* – Leveling Coursework GPA: 3.50 University of Idaho, Pocatello, ID; Fall 2011, Summer 2013 Communication Sciences and Disorders* – Leveling Coursework GPA: 3.82 University of Vermont, Burlington, VT; SLP-A Certificate May 2012 Speech Language Pathology – Assistant Certification Program* GPA: 3.75 University of Denver – Graduate School of Social Work, Denver, CO; MSW August 2003 Advanced Standing – Family Track**, Latino/a Certificate Program GPA: 3.91 Ruth Marx Stark Award for Excellence in Field Work Performance Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, IN; BASW May 2002 Major: Social Work** Minors: Biology and Spanish Cumulative GPA: 3.37 Major GPA: 3.66 Phi Alpha Honor Society, Academic Honors, Presidential Scholarship Recipient, Service Award Nominee, NASW student member, Senior Comprehensive Portfolio, and Kristi Morris Award for Contribution in the Field.

North Side High School, Fort Wayne, IN; High School Diploma, Core 40 June 1998

*Program accredited by ASHA The Council of Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology **Program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education LANGUAGES English and Spanish LICENSURE Licensed Social Worker, LSW (IN# 33007463A); Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW (TX#40054); Speech Language Pathology Assistant, SLP-A (TX#36700) EMPLOYMENT SCAN, Inc., Fort Wayne, IN EXPERIENCE Family Preservation Clinician, Full Time, August 2015 – January 2016; Part Time, January 2016 – present Provide intensive in-home family therapy services to families involved with probation and/or Department of Children Services to affect positive change in family functioning. Assist families in processing past trauma. Collaborate with collateral contacts and advocate for families. Maintain documentation of sessions, evaluations, monthly reporting, and communications with clients and collaterals. Georgia M. Phillips, MS, CCC-SLP, LLC, Brownsville, TX Speech and Language Pathology Assistant, Full Time, February 2012 – June 2015 Alternate Administrator, Full Time, October 2011 – June 2015 Provided speech and language therapy services to children; prepared materials for therapy sessions; kept documentation during sessions; assisted Speech Language Pathologist with parent intake, interpretation and documentation during evaluations. Assisted Owner with compliance and administrative tasks. Reviewed daily clerical documentation, maintained tracking log of documentation sent to physicians and insurance carriers; communicated with insurance providers regarding authorizations and clinical documentation; assisted with contracting and credentialing process for provider; and drafted communications to referring providers, parents, and insurance carriers. Odyssey Hospice, Brownsville, TX Medical Social Worker, Full Time, September 2009 – October 2011 Conducted psychosocial assessments; provided pre-bereavement counseling and support to patients/families across the lifespan; provided information and referral to community resources; coordinated transfer to appropriate level of care; assisted families with end of life decisions including DNRs, advanced directives and funeral arrangements; advocated for patients and families; provided training to staff and worked as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Children First Pediatric Rehab, San Benito, TX Director of Social Services / Assistant Administrator, Part Time, December 2005 – February 2006; Full Time, February 2006 – August 2009 Conducted intake and psychosocial assessments; offered crisis intervention and brief supportive counseling; coordinated care for children in speech and occupational therapy services; advocated for children and families; provided appropriate community resources and referral; and conducted home visits. Organized patient events and participated in community health fairs; created and maintained all office forms and marketing materials; assisted with corporate compliance; developed and maintained company policies; as well as conducted chart audits. Vanguard Institute, Harlingen, TX Instructor, Part Time, May 2008 – June 2008 Instructed and developed lecture, coursework and examinations for a 6 week Anatomy & Physiology course for Medical Assistant and Medical Coder Biller students. Su Clinica Familiar, Harlingen, TX Medical Social Worker, Full Time, June 2004 – February 2006 Conducted pre and post test HIV counseling; advocated for patient and families; provided community resources; performed psychosocial assessments; offered crisis intervention and brief counseling; assisted families with specialty referrals; and conducted home visits. Served on performance improvement committees; assisted in development of company policies; developed and conducted employee training on family violence and patient rights; and translated patient information and flyers. Spes Unica Resource and Volunteer Center, Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, IN Office Assistant and Tutoring Coordinator, Part Time, August 2000 – May 2002 Provided information to students regarding volunteer opportunities; answered phone; assisted with service project coordination; maintained bulletin boards and office website; offered information and technical assistance to parents, students and tutors, maintained tutoring log; advocated for children’s learning needs as well as tutored children. VOLUNTEER Southwest Allen County Schools, Deer Ridge Elementary, Fort Wayne, IN EXPERIENCE SLP Intern, Part Time, January 2017 - present

Glenbrook Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing, Fort Wayne, IN SLP Intern, Part Time, August 2016 – December 2016

Turnstone Center for Adults and Children with Disabilities, Fort Wayne, IN SLP Intern, Part Time, January 2016 – August 2016

Misíon de Sanidad, Matamoros, Tamaulipas, México Social Work Volunteer , Full Time: May – June 2001, December 2001 – January 2002, September 2003 – June 2004, Part Time: June 2004 – March 2009 Catholic Charities – Children’s Health Matters and Emergency Assistance Center (EAC), Denver, CO Social Work Intern, Part Time (600 hours), January 2003 – August 2003 McAuley Institute – National Network of Women in Community Development, Silver Spring, MD Intern, Full Time, June 2002 – August 2002 Healthy Family Center, Mishawaka, IN Social Work Intern, Part Time (400 hours), September 2001 – May 2002 ACTIVITIES Fundraising Committee, Sunshine Haven, Inc., Member, 2010 - 2012 AND Board of Directors, Community Council of the Rio Grande Valley, Member & Secretary, 2008 - 2010 LEADERSHIP Steering Committee, NASW-TX RGV Branch, Member, 2005 – 2009 National Association of Social Workers, Member, 2000 – 2009 Nomination and Leadership Identification Committee, NASW-TX, Rio GrandeValley Representative, 2005 – 2006 Marketing Committee, Children First Pediatric Rehab Group, Member, 2007 – 2008 Back to School Pachanga, Children First Pediatric Rehab Group, Coordinator, 2006 – 2007 Performance Improvement Committee, Su Clinica Familiar, Ethics, Rights and Responsibilities Representative, 2005 – 2006 Ethics, Rights and Responsibilities IOP, Su Clinica Familiar, Chairwoman, 2005 – 2006 Social Services Committee, Su Clinica Familiar, Chairwoman, 2005 – 2006 Medical Home Learning Collaborative II, Su Clinica Familiar, Team Member & Care Coordinator, 2005