Nathan Driver
Winston-Salem
Summary
Behavioral health and human services professional with 5+ years of experience supporting at-risk youth, families, and individuals with complex behavioral, emotional, and social needs across school, juvenile justice, and community-based settings. Certified QMHP-C with strong expertise in case management, crisis intervention, family engagement, behavioral assessment, service coordination, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Experienced working alongside DSS, CSB, courts, foster care systems, schools, and community providers to promote child safety, family stability, permanency, and positive outcomes for youth and families. Skilled in trauma-informed care, strengths-based planning, documentation, risk assessment, and connecting families to critical community resources and support services.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Modification Technician
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools
Winston-Salem
08.2024 - Current
- Implement individualized behavioral support strategies for students with emotional and behavioral challenges within the school setting.
- Collaborate with families, educators, counselors, and community providers to support student wellbeing, safety, and academic success.
- Monitor behavioral progress, maintain documentation, and adjust intervention strategies based on student needs and observed outcomes.
- Support crisis intervention efforts and promote positive coping skills and behavioral stabilization for at-risk youth.
Pupil Personnel Specialist
Danville Public Schools
Danville
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Served as case manager/counselor for special education and at-risk youth, coordinating services with DSS, CSB, courts, private counselors, and community agencies.
- Conducted behavioral and family assessments to identify barriers impacting student wellbeing, safety, attendance, and academic performance.
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings and behavioral protocol committees to develop and monitor individualized support and service plans.
- Engaged families through outreach, advocacy, and resource coordination to strengthen family stability and access to community-based services.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, progress notes, and records in compliance with school and regulatory requirements.
Counselor
Virginia Beach & Merrimac Juvenile Detention Centers
Virginia Beach
04.2020 - 06.2022
- Facilitated cognitive behavioral group sessions and provided crisis intervention services for detained youth with behavioral and emotional challenges.
- Utilized trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches to support youth development, emotional regulation, and behavioral stabilization.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to monitor progress, coordinate care strategies, and support successful treatment outcomes.
- Maintained detailed documentation and behavioral records in accordance with facility and regulatory standards.
Security Officer
Northern Virginia Mental Health Institution
Northern Virginia
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Maintained safety and security within a state mental health institution through routine facility monitoring, behavioral observation, and crisis response.
- Responded to behavioral emergencies and supported de-escalation efforts to maintain a safe environment for staff and residents.
- Assisted with admissions processes, incident documentation, safety drills, and shift reporting procedures.
- Monitored surveillance systems and documented incidents in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
- Responded promptly to incidents and emergencies within the institution.
QMHP-C Counselor
Health & Wellness of Virginia
Virginia
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Delivered community-based therapeutic and behavioral support services to foster and at-risk children and families.
- Assisted with crisis de-escalation, behavioral monitoring, and coordination of support services to promote child safety and family stability.
- Collected clinical and behavioral data to support treatment planning, service coordination, and ongoing case management efforts.
- Collaborated with caregivers, families, and community providers to support positive behavioral and emotional outcomes.
- Developed and implemented wellness programs focused on stress management and resilience.
Education
Coursework
University of Phoenix
05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice & Sociology
Averett University
Danville, VA12-2016
Skills
- Child & Family Services
- Case Management & Service Coordination
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Child Safety & Risk Assessment
- Family Engagement & Advocacy
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Strengths-Based Service Planning
- Community Resource Coordination
- Behavioral & Psychosocial Assessments
- Foster Care & Juvenile Justice Systems
- DSS, CSB & Court Collaboration
- Documentation & Case Management Systems
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Behavioral Support & Stabilization
- Conflict Resolution & Crisis Response
- Community-Based Family Support
Certification
- Qualified Mental Health Professional - Children (QMHP-C), 01/01/18
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI), 01/01/18
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI), 01/01/19
- Mandated Reporter Training, 01/01/24
- CPR Certification, 04/01/25
Community Service
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Active member participating in community service initiatives, youth mentorship, leadership development, and outreach programs focused on supporting and empowering local communities.
Timeline
Behavior Modification Technician
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools
08.2024 - Current
Pupil Personnel Specialist
Danville Public Schools
07.2022 - 06.2024
Counselor
Virginia Beach & Merrimac Juvenile Detention Centers
04.2020 - 06.2022
Security Officer
Northern Virginia Mental Health Institution
02.2019 - 04.2020
QMHP-C Counselor
Health & Wellness of Virginia
02.2017 - 01.2019
Coursework
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice & Sociology
Averett University