Experience

A+ Solutions

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• School Psychologist

  • Aug 2016 - Present



Educational Service Center of Cuyahoga County

• Brecksville-Broadview Heights

• Intern School Psychologist

  • Aug 2015 - Jun 2016

  Participated in a wide variety of consultation, assessment, RTI programming, as well as both individual and group counseling experiences. Weekly rotations occurred at an elementary school, intermediate school, middle school, and high school with preschool rotation replacing the elementary school midyear. Conducted over forty-five evaluations ranging from preschool to high school levels; additional experience with 504 evaluations and plans; prepared and conducted a teacher workshop describing differentiated instruction techniques in the classroom; implemented Signs of Suicide Prevention Program to 329 new students at the middle school level and analyzed resulting data for determining required outcome; collaborated with agencies such as Positive Education Program (PEP) Hopewell Day Treatment Center, PEP Prentiss Autism Center, Cuyahoga Valley Career Center, and local hospitals.



Bellefaire JCB

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

• Residential Treatment

  • Feb 2013 - Sep 2015

  Co-facilitated therapy groups; modeled and taught deescalation strategies, healthy behaviors and communication techniques to clients; trained in Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI); implemented restraint procedures following safety protocols and monitored client responses; documented crises and collaborated with team members and clients to reduce probability of future crisis situations. Corresponded with teachers to increase student success within the classrooms; counseled within the Stabilization Critical Care Unit, Intensive Treatment Unit, and the Transitional Living Programs with focuses on varying client population needs; deescalated clients demonstrating behaviors such as: self-injury, risk-taking, or aggressive behaviors with co-occurring needs, including mental health and substance abuse concerns. Participated in client's progress by monitoring and evaluating client response to treatment and behavior plans; developed positive relationships with clients and families; planned and facilitated daily group activities to support the development of skills.



John Carroll University

• Nordonia Hills City Schools

• Practicum Experience

  • Sep 2013 - Jun 2015

  Primary placement was at an elementary school; additionally managed high school evaluations from an independent, state-chartered private school catering to students with learning differences, such as dyslexia and attention deficit disorder within the district; co-led a lunch group focused on social problem solving skills; participated in RTI meetings; engaged in classroom observations, teacher interviews, administration and interpretation of an assortment of psychoeducational instruments, report writing, parent feedback sessions, and multidisciplinary team meetings. Conducted a functional behavior assessment and formulated a behavior intervention plan; participated in training on Leveled Literacy Intervention; attended seminar on positive behavioral interventions.



Private Family

• Chagrin Falls, OH

• Nanny

  • Aug 2011 - May 2013

  Caregiver for three young children, provide and ensure a safe and positive child care environment Caregiver for three young children, provide and ensure a safe and positive child care environment



ViaQuest, Inc.

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Day Program Specialist

  • Jun 2009 - Aug 2010

  Supervised adults ages 18+ with a wide range of disabilities and supported their educational growth, social and behavioral interactions; developed classroom activities to enhance employment skills. Guided clients during community outings and events; promoted their independence and monitored their needs; trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and administration of medications; documented crisis situations; communicated daily with family members and support staff.



Center for Service and Social Justice

• University Heights, OH

• Student Employee

  • Jan 2009 - May 2009

  Participated in various volunteer programs and drove student van to service sites Participated in various volunteer programs and drove student van to service sites



John Carroll University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Student Coordinator

  • Jan 2009 - Feb 2009

  Partnered with local non-profits and the Coalition of Immokalee Workers to advocate for the human rights of migrant farm workers; co-taught at the after school program at The Guadalupe Center. Planned and facilitated group meetings for student participants in collaboration with the Center for Service and Social Action, and staff leaders, to aid students in learning about the social, political,and economic issues facing the Immokalee area. Partnered with local non-profits and the Coalition of Immokalee Workers to advocate for the human rights of migrant farm workers; co-taught at the after school program at The Guadalupe Center. Planned and facilitated group meetings for student participants in collaboration with the Center for Service and Social Action, and staff leaders, to aid students in learning about the social, political,and economic issues facing the Immokalee area.



Saint Ignatius High School

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

• Mentor

  • Jun 2008 - Jul 2008

  Taught and mentored "at risk youth"; consulted individually with students regarding daily behaviors, expectations, and goals; led student group on daily field trips and guided through program activities. Taught and mentored "at risk youth"; consulted individually with students regarding daily behaviors, expectations, and goals; led student group on daily field trips and guided through program activities.