1085 Woodfield East Dr. South East Apt.

4 Grand Rapids, MI 49508 Chris

517-262-3819
Clawitzke@gmail.com
Lawitzke
Education
Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI, anticipated graduation date: April 2018
Master of Social Work Candidate

Saginaw Valley State University, University Center, MI

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature

Volunteer Experience
Skyline Camp and Retreat Center, General Volunteer, 2009-Present
▪ Assist with fundraising opportunities, community work days, and preparation for the camp season.
▪ Developed a grant proposal to send at-risk youth to Skyline free of charge provided to Skyline to use as they
desire.
Grand Valley State University: Disaster Relief Volunteer, December 2017
▪ Addressed policy implication of Houston, Texas hurricane in relation to housing, preventative practice, and
disaster relief.
▪ Worked with Saint Bernard’s Project to rebuild damaged homes.

Related Experience
Valued Community Member Program Intern, May 2017-Present
Arbor Circle, Grand Rapids, MI
▪ Facilitate CBT group therapy with 10-12 inmates living with mental health, substance use, and high
recidivism rates.
▪ Provide assessment and treatment planning utilizing Hermes Electronic Medical Record platform,
Arbor Circle, and Network180 assessment tools.
▪ Practice individual therapy with clients in jail and community settings utilizing cognitive behavioral,
motivational interviewing, and existential techniques.
Quality Technician /Internal Auditor, June 2015-Present
Mister-E-Liquid LLC, Grand Rapids, MI
▪ Certified internal auditor of ISO 9001: 2008 and 2015 international quality standards.
▪ Responsible for analyzing business processes of the Mister-E-Liquid LLC quality management
system for compliance to ISO 9001: 2008 and 2015 standards.
▪ Prepare and assess audit plans, database accuracy and use, OSHA compliance to lockout/tagout
procedures, and work instruction and policy drafting.
Lead Staff, January 2014-June 2015
The Arc of Midland, Midland, MI
▪ Acted as liaison between administrative staff and 4-5 daily support staff to communicate client’s needs and
mediated disputes between staff and residents.
▪ Attended client’s finance overview meetings to better understand client’s resources and needs.
▪ Trained new staff members in the areas of client’s daily living needs, shift responsibilities, and proper
documentation.
Health and Safety Officer, Summer 2013
Skyline Camp and Retreat Center, Almont, MI
▪ Supervised the health and safety of 600 camp residents and staff during the summer sessions.
▪ Trained staff to understand camp health protocols, first-aid practices, and proper documentation of first-aid
application.
▪ Communicated concerns, updates, and other information to parents and guardians concerning campers in
residence.

Community Support Staff, June 2012-April 2013

Alternative Services Incorporated, Swartz Creek, MI
▪ Assisted residents living with developmental disabilities with daily living tasks, transportation to resident’s day
program, and taking medications.
▪ Prepared and documented medication preparation for residents.

Extracurricular Activities
State of Michigan Chaplain: Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity, May 2016-Present
▪ Advised Central Michigan University, Saginaw Valley State University, and Michigan State University
undergraduate members to develop excellency and comprehension in ritual performance and application.
▪ Assisted in the organization and planning of initiation of the Michigan State University Phi Kappa Tau interest
group in full fraternal membership.
Board of Governors Chairman: Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity, March 2015-Present
▪ Acted as mentor to the president and undergraduate members of the Zeta Beta chapter of Phi Kappa Tau.
▪ Monitored metrics of excellence prescribed by the Phi Kappa Tau national council.

Honors
Omicron Delta Kappa, Spring 2016-Present
Phi Alpha Honor Society, Winter 2017-Present
Recipient: John L. Kaczynski Brotherhood Award, Spring 2012
▪ Awarded for outstanding service and character befitting a brother of the Zeta Beta Chapter of the Phi Kappa Tau
fraternity.