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Tim Van Dorn

Tim Van Dorn

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    School Counselor at Bob Jones High School

  • Education

    • Illinois Wesleyan University

      2003 - 2007
      B.A. Psychology

      Activities and Societies: DRL (Campus Ministry) Sigma Theta Epislon (Christian Fraternity) Psi Chi (Psychology Honor Society)

    • Northern Illinois University

      2012 - 2012
      School Counselor Institute Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services

    • Trinity International University

      2007 - 2010
      M.A. Mental Health Counseling

  • Experience

    • Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

      Aug 2007 - May 2009
      Office Assistant, Student Services

      Responded to and directed students' queries and concerns to proper campus departmentsManaged faculty calendars and scheduled student appointments Performed analyses of student surveys and updated campus web pages

    • Legacy Clinical Consultants, LLC

      May 2008 - Aug 2008
      Student Volunteer

      Conducted initial client intake interviews over the phoneVerified client insurance benefits and coverage levels for reception of mental health servicesRecorded client payment information and maintained the office's online database

    • Trinity International University

      Aug 2008 - May 2009
      Resident Assistant

      Supervised the general health and well-being of graduate students in dormitory living spaceCollaborated with other Residence Life Staff to promote and put on community eventsServed as a point person for international students transitioning into the US culture

    • Lifecare Counseling, Evangelical Free Church of Crystal Lake

      Jan 2009 - May 2009
      Practicum Student

      Provided therapy to diverse clientele in weekly therapy sessions Prepared and co-led a 12-week anger management groupGenerated and maintained client files, including diagnoses, case notes, and treatment plans

    • YouthWorks

      May 2009 - Aug 2009
      Urban Staff

      Weekly coordinated daily service opportunities for 50 high school students and adult leadersServed as liaison between volunteer groups and community organizationsDeveloped and maintained cross-cultural relationships in the communityCommunicated vision and conveyed meaning behind tasks assigned to volunteer groups

    • North Suburban Church

      Aug 2009 - May 2010
      Crew Leader and Property Liaison

      Coordinated and organized crew members to complete nightly room setups and security checksServed as the residence's representative to the property owner to voice comments and concerns

    • Moody Bible Institute

      Aug 2009 - Jun 2010
      Counseling Intern

      Conducted initial intake assessments and provided professional therapy to students in weekly sessionsImplemented DSM-IV criteria to assess client disorders and establish appropriate treatment plansFacilitated various psychoeducational groups regarding salient student issues and concerns

    • StudyPoint

      Aug 2009 - Jun 2010
      Academic Tutor

      Tutored individual high school students in weekly in-home tutoring sessionsProvided guidance and academic assistance in the areas of Algebra, Spanish and ACT preparation

    • Varsity Tutors LLC

      Jun 2010 - Nov 2010
      Academic Tutor

      Tutor individual high school students in weekly in-home tutoring sessionsProvide guidance and academic assistance in the areas of Algebra, Spanish and English

    • Evangelical Child & Family Agency

      Nov 2010 - May 2011
      Counselor I

      Identifies and assesses client and family needs, evaluating, coordinating, and ensuring provision of necessary servicesConducts home visits to monitor quality of care provided, as well as ensure the safety and welfare of children within the residenceCoordinates professional and paraprofessional services through establishing and maintaining consistent communication with community treatment providers Exercises clinical judgment in assessing for substance abuse, domestic violence, and other risk factors related to child welfare, and addresses significant concerns through appropriate interventions Show less

    • Stenzel Clinical Services, Ltd.

      Nov 2010 - May 2011
      Mental Health Counselor

      Conducts weekly individual psychotherapy sessions with adolescents, children, and families at respected private practiceManages own caseload of clients by scheduling appointments, verifying insurance benefits, and collecting payment for counseling services providedOffers on-going treatment information, support and education to individuals and families

    • Heritage Counseling Center

      May 2011 - Feb 2013
      Mental Health Counselor

      Conduced psychotherapy sessions with adolescents, children, adults, and families at respected group practiceManaged caseload of clients by scheduling appointments, verifying insurance benefits, and collecting payment for counseling services providedOffered on-going treatment information, support and education to individuals and familiesAttained insurance benefit information for the practice’s new clients, generated files, and communicated benefits to counselors in an efficient and timely manner Show less

    • Hinsdale Central High School

      Aug 2012 - May 2013

      Maintains consistent appointments with caseload of academically struggling students in order to improve organizational skills, study habits, time management, and academic performanceConsults with teachers, parents, and administrators through written, electronic, and verbal communication to ensure that students are appropriately placed and supported to succeed academically and emotionally Conducts academic and career-planning sessions with students and their counselor in order to both select appropriate courses for graduation within the curriculum, and to map out a suitable post-secondary planAssists Guidance staff in coordinating and executing large scale interventions across multiple grade levels and content areas, including standardized testing, career exploration, and post-secondary planningEvaluated effectiveness of transfer student “Ambassador Club” by interviewing new students regarding their transition, and developing an assessment tool to collect accurate data on the program. Researches, develops, and organizes lists of prospective colleges for high school juniors after consulting with students and their families regarding interests and career goals. Show less

      • Assistant Boys' Volleyball Coach

        Mar 2013 - May 2013

      • Guidance Intern

        Aug 2012 - May 2013

    • Wheaton Warrenville South High School

      Aug 2013 - Jun 2015
      School Counselor

    • Oswego East High School

      Aug 2015 - Jun 2017
      High School Counselor

    • Sparkman High School

      Jul 2017 - now
      High School Counselor

    • Discovery Middle School

      Jul 2018 - now
      School Counselor

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

      State of Illinois
      Mar 2013