Mykel Harris
Lexington Park,MD
Summary
As a former collegiate athlete, current Master of Social Work student, and Victims Services Coordinator, I am deeply committed to advocating for and supporting the athletic community. My passion lies in shaping policies, offering therapeutic services, and promoting the safety, holistic well-being, and peak performance of athletes, while also leveraging my expertise in coordinating support for victims of trauma and crisis.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Victim Services Specialist/Regional Navigator (Child Abuse & Human Trafficking)
Center for Children
01.2025 - Current
- Point of contact for all human trafficking cases in the Southern Maryland region.
- Conducted risk assessments and connected survivors to available resources.
- Initiated and maintained collaborative relationships with police departments, child welfare systems, district attorney's office, and medical providers to promote victims’ rights and needs.
- Provided crisis counseling and emotional support for the victims, their families, and their friends during and after Forensic Interviews.
- Coordinated referral process for medical, mental health and further victim advocacy services for ease of transition for victim and their family.
- Provided and participated in educational programs, public presentations, and training activities focusing on the child abuse victims and non-offending family members.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss high risk victims. (40-80) victims biweekly
- Chair of the Southern Maryland Anti-Human Trafficking Collaborative.
- Supervised case managers and outreach coordinators under the Victim Services Program.
Victim Services Care Coordinator (Human Trafficking)
Center for Children
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided comprehensive case management services to survivors of human sex trafficking, ensuring access to medical, psychological, legal, and social services.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans tailored to each survivor’s unique needs and circumstances.
- Conducted crisis intervention and safety planning to ensure clients’ immediate and long-term safety.
- Collaborated with law enforcement, healthcare providers, social services, and legal professionals to coordinate care and support services.
- Advocated for clients’ rights and needs within various systems, including legal, medical, academic, and social service agencies.
- Maintained detailed and confidential case files, documenting all interactions and services provided.
- Gathered referrals/intakes for child abuse and sex trafficking cases.
- Maintained a caseload of 15 to 30 clients
Supervised Visitation Coordinator- Temporary
Center for Children
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided guidance and support to parents during visits, helping them build stronger relationships with their children.
- Established clear boundaries and expectations for all parties involved in the supervised visitation process, leading to increased compliance with guidelines.
- Addressed any issues that arose during visits promptly and professionally, maintaining a calm atmosphere throughout the process.
- Ensured child safety by closely monitoring interactions between parents and children during supervised visits.
Special Education Teacher
St. Mary's County Public Schools
09.2018 - 08.2023
- Expertise in developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) focusing on addressing academic, social, and emotional goals
- Advocated for students’ rights and needs, while fostering a supportive environment for individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges
- Utilized available resources creatively to differentiate assignments and to enhance the learning and well-being of students, showcasing problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting teaching and support strategies to accommodate individual needs or circumstances changes
- Promoted clear and concise communication with students, families, and other stakeholders, fostering positive relationships and ensuring a collaborative approach to support
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN07-2026
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Francis Marion University
Florence, SC05-2016
Skills
Monmouth University Mens Basketball - 2011-2013
Francis Marion University Mens Basketball-2013-2016
Affiliations
- Golden Key International Honor Society
Certification
NASM- Certified Personal Trainer
Coaching experiences
ASSITANT MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL COACH-08/2018 to 02/2024
Esperanza Middle School, Lexington Park, MD
HEAD JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL COACH-08/2018 to 03/2019
St. Mary's Ryken Catholic High School, Leonardtown, MD
HEAD JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL COACH-08/2017 to 03/2018
South Broward High School, Hollywood, FL
INTERNAL SUSPENSION COORDINATOR-08/2017 to 06/2018
Broward County Public Schools, Hollywood, FL
Timeline
Victim Services Specialist/Regional Navigator (Child Abuse & Human Trafficking)
Center for Children
01.2025 - Current
Supervised Visitation Coordinator- Temporary
Center for Children
09.2024 - 09.2024
Victim Services Care Coordinator (Human Trafficking)
Center for Children
04.2024 - 01.2025
Special Education Teacher
St. Mary's County Public Schools
09.2018 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Social Work
Walden University
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
College of Southern Maryland
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Francis Marion University
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