Codi M.

Ponte
Pro-nouns: she/her/hers
ponte.codi@hotmail.com

EDUCATION

Grand Valley State University Grand Rapids, MI

Masters of Social Work Anticipated April, 2017
Phi Alpha Honor Society

Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI

Bachelor of Science, Psychology April, 2011

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Grand Valley State University Counseling Center

MSW Therapist Intern 2016 Present

- Provided individual psychotherapy to a diverse population of enrolled students with a variety of

presenting concerns
- Responded to crisis during Urgent Care drop-in appointments
- Conducted intake assessments to determine DSM clinical impressions and support treatment
planning
- Prepared and delivered outreach presentations including:
o Developing a Healthy Body Image
o Stress and Coping
o Anxiety, Depression, Suicide, and Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Participated in National Mental Health Screening Days in the campus community
- Completed referrals to community providers when appropriate
- Anticipated/expected activities:
o Complete case presentation for consultation with contracted community psychiatrist and
University Counseling Center staff.
o Co-facilitate psychoeducation group Everyday Emotions utilizing DBT
techniques/skills

Kent County Department of Health and Human Services, State of Michigan

Foster Care Monitor 2013 2015

- Trauma Committee liaison for Foster Care Department

- Coordinated the Foster Care discussion group to process secondary trauma with department staff
- Administratively manage caseload of 90+ foster care children to ensure DHHS policy and
Michigan Child Protection laws were followed
 - Manage financial support requests for foster youths and their families
- Developed collaborative working relationships between community agencies and the Department
of Health and Human Services

Investigator, Childrens Protective Services 2011 2013

- Investigated reports of child abuse and neglect utilizing a strength-based approach

- Provided crisis case management for families of diverse populations
- Testified in preliminary and adjudication court hearings
- Wrote and filed petitions with Michigans 17th Circuit Court
- Trained in the Michigan State Police Forensic Interview Protocol
- Assessed risk of abuse and neglect in client households
- Developed extensive knowledge of community resources available for low income families
- Worked collaboratively with law enforcement and other community agencies

Childrens Assessment Center, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Victims Advocate Intern 2010

- Co-facilitated treatment group for female sexual abuse victims age six to ten years old
- Assisted in planning group curriculum and preparing weekly activities
- Observed forensic interviews completed by Forensic Interview Specialist
- Worked directly with Victim Advocate assisting clients through the process of utilizing services
at CAC
- Assisted families in connecting with community resources as needed
- Assisted in resource development and advocacy efforts for non-English speaking clients

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The Necessity of Talking about Religion, Faith, and Spirituality in Public Spaces
Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI 2016

Critical Incident Stress Management: Assisting Individuals in Crisis

Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI 2016

Critical Incident Stress Management: Group Crisis Intervention

Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI 2016

Social Work in the 21st Century: Does Race Matter?

Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI 2015

Secondary Traumatic Stress and the Social Worker

Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI 2015

Mental Health First Aid Certification

National Council for Behavioral Health, Network 180, Grand Rapids, MI 2014
UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Trauma, PTSD & Complicated Grief: Effective Assessments and Immediate Interventions for
Children, Adolescents and Adults
PESI, Behavioral Health Continuing Education, Grand Rapids, MI 2017

Motivational Interviewing
Improving MI Practices, Online Course 2017
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Medical University of South Carolina, Online Course 2017

VOLUNTEER WORK

Kid's Food Basket, Grand Rapids, MI 2013 Present

CASA of Kent Co. Fundraising Committee, Grand Rapids, MI 2012
Child Life Program Volunteer, Helen Devos Childrens Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI 2009 2010

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

National Association of Social Workers 2015 Present