Laura Strudl

provided intensive trauma-focused interventions, behavioral modification, and 1:1 residential care for high-acuity youth

Behavioral Health Technician at Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center- Lincoln (YRTC-L) (2025-07 – Present)

provided intensive trauma-focused interventions, behavioral modification, and 1:1 residential care for high-acuity youth

• Implemented individualized behavior plans, de-escalated verbal and physical aggression, monitored progress, and partnered with Behavior Support Specialists.

Correctional Corporal at NDCS-Lincoln (2024-06 – 2025-07)

Maintained security and order within the correctional facility, ensuring the safety of staff and inmates

• Enforced rules and regulations consistently while treating all inmates with fairness and respect
• Responded promptly to emergencies or incidents within the facility, taking appropriate action to de-escalate situations or request backup when necessary
• Conducted regular inspections of cells, common areas, and inmate activities to prevent contraband possession and maintain a secure environment
• Documented all incidents, observations, and interactions in detailed reports for administrative purposes
• Assisted in the transportation of inmates between facilities
• Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance knowledge of corrections policies, procedures, crisis intervention techniques, and self-defense tactics

Child and Family Services Specialist at Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (2022-09 – 2024-06)

• Conducted comprehensive assessments of clients' needs, strengths, and barriers to develop individualized service plans
• Provided crisis intervention and support to clients in high-stress situations
• Maintained accurate and up-to-date case records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal requirements
• Advocated for clients' rights and connected them with appropriate community resources
• Developed strong relationships with community organizations to enhance service options for clients
• Facilitated group meetings and workshops on topics such as life skills development or parenting techniques
• Monitored client progress towards goals outlined in their service plans through regular check-ins and evaluations
• Implemented evidence-based practices to improve outcomes for individuals served by the agency

Assistant Unit Supervisor at Green Chimneys (2022-06 – 2022-09)

Provided care for the needs of all residents in the Unit as well as the completion/submission of paperwork, conducted staff meetings and participated in treatment team meetings, assisted the Behavior Support team in conducting investigations, and communicated staff performance to supervisor as needed.

• Delegated responsibilities as needed.
• Provided direct supervision of youth in the dorm unit
• Implemented a structured dorm program as outlined by my Unit Supervisor.
• Assisted residents with schoolwork and other needs
• Assisted other residential staff with their duties
• Provided continuous coverage within dorm units.
• Planned appropriate special events for the residents

Senior Residential Counselor at Green Chimneys (2021-08 – 2022-06)

• Maintained the structure and cohesiveness of the unit through the use of nurturance, routine and recreation.
• Provided peer leadership to Residential Counselors.
• Acted as a liaison to recreation and education.
• Provided Life Skills curriculum to the residents.
• Provided day-to-day coverage within the dorms ensuring a therapeutic environment for the residents and assisted in the development of daily routines and programs for the unit.

Residential Counselor at Green Chimneys (2020-10 – 2021-08)

Maintain a safe environment for residents 10 and older who are on the autism spectrum.

Mental Health Worker at Four Winds Hospital (2019-09 – 2020-07)

Work with acute psychiatric patients, children through adult maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.

Crew Member at Dunkin Donuts (2018-04 – 2019-05)

• Provided friendly and efficient customer service.
• Operated cash registers and processed cash and credit card payments for orders.
• Promoted restaurant products by offering to upgrade items or showcasing daily specials available.
• Prepared and packaged food quickly and consistently according to company standards for presentation, cooking times, and assembly. Adhered to current sanitation and food safety regulations at all times.
• Maintained a clean and orderly workstation.

Paid Volunteer at a Nursing Home (2015-06 – 2015-09)

• Helped move residents between floors
• Helped serve their food
• Did activities with the residents

Office work at Sclafani Energy (2017-06 – 2017-08)

• Helped people with their orders and concerns on the phone.
• Printed delivery tickets

Office work at Sclafani Energy

Winter break position

• Helped people with their orders and concerns on the phone.
• Printed delivery tickets

Summer Camp Counselor (2014-06 – 2014-09)

• Watch children
• Gave them activities to do

Master of Science in Child, Youth, and Family Studies – University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2023-08 – 2024-12)

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice – Iona College (2015-08 – 2019-05)