Experience

BridgePrep Academy

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• School Counselor

  • Aug 2019 - Present

   Conducted clinical interviews and behavioral assessments to determine the needs of the students on my caseload.  Facilitated individual and small group therapy sessions for students dealing with anger, anxiety, depression, peer conflict, family issues, behavior, and academic challenges.  Developed, implemented, and monitored student-centered intervention plans to help students succeed in academic and behavioral goals.  Provided classroom presentations on anti-bullying, drug/alcohol prevention, child abuse awareness and life skills.  Provided emergency support to students in crisis (death in family, domestic violence, child abuse, suicidal ideations, etc.)  Collaborated on an interdisciplinary team (teachers, interventionists, administration, ESE specialists, reading/math coach) to advocate for students and determine needs and progress.  Maintained confidential counseling records regarding sessions with assigned students.  Utilized the resources of the community in making proper referrals to support students and their families. Show less



Broward County Public Schools

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Educator

  • Aug 2015 - Jun 2019

   Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans, activities, and learning materials to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.  Employed various teaching strategies, including hands-on activities, group discussions, and interactive games to make learning engaging and meaningful.  Effectively managed classroom behavior by establishing clear rules and routines and utilizing positive reinforcement techniques.  Provided individualized support to students with diverse learning needs, adapting teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.  Collaborated with parents/guardians through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences and progress reports to ensure a cohesive home-school partnership. Show less



Miami-Dade County Public Schools

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Educator

  • Mar 2015 - Jun 2015

   Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans, activities, and learning materials to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.  Employed various teaching strategies, including hands-on activities, group discussions, and interactive games to make learning engaging and meaningful.  Effectively managed classroom behavior by establishing clear rules and routines and utilizing positive reinforcement techniques.  Provided individualized support to students with diverse learning needs, adapting teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.  Collaborated with parents/guardians through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences and progress reports to ensure a cohesive home-school partnership. Show less



Kindercare Learning Centre

• Australia
• Individual and Family Services

• Educator

  • Mar 2014 - Oct 2014

   Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.  Teach basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills.  Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order.  Read books to entire classes or to small groups.  Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music and storytelling Show less



Harmony Development Center

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Case Manager

  • Jan 2013 - Jan 2014

   Provide case management services including intake assessment, benefit assessment, goal setting, long-term service plan development, weekly case plan development, progress monitoring, individual money management, tenant education, advocacy and referrals.  Obtain medical evaluation, authorization for release of information form and/or other needed documents for the client's file.  Work with the client and his/her family to address issues related to implementation of the service plan.  Document mental health case management activities (progress notes) in accordance with the documentation requirements.  Participate in regular staff meetings, staff training programs, and supervisory sessions. Show less



Henderson Behavioral Health

• United States
• Mental Health Care
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Therapist

  • Dec 2011 - Dec 2012

   Service youth coping with disorders or mental illness (ADHD, ODD, depression, bi-polar) & difficulties with behaviors  Provide clear psychosocial assessments and develop/implement individualized treatment plans with person served and family through individual and family sessions.  Complete state required outcome measurement documentations for each person served  Work collaboratively with case managers, schools and other providers and make referrals as necessary to ensure continuity of care.  Service caseload of 10-12 persons served consisting of minimum of 26 hours face to face direct service  Provide crisis intervention as needed  Participate in chart audits, unit meetings, and supervision Show less