Experience

PATHWAYS PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES
• United States
• Mental Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Therapist

  • Feb 2018 - Present


Sequel Youth and Family Services

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Program Manager

  • Feb 2015 - Mar 2018

  • Utilized evidence-based practices to develop program structure required for the population being served • Trained, managed, and evaluated more than 45 staff members on a variety of topics, including leading Guided Group Intervention, Behavioral Analysis, Cognitive Behavioral Techniques, and facility policy and procedure• Presented trainings to other academies within the company to help standardize practices and develop skills• Compiled and analyzed data reports and attended meetings focused on improving overall facility performance • Created individual and group reports on resident behavior and tracked resident progression • Served as a liaison to outside facilities to help coordinate resident transitions into or out of NIA• Worked with community organizations to provide service and outreach opportunities for the Academy’s residents Show less

• Counselor

  • Oct 2012 - Apr 2017

  • Performed intakes for newly admitted residents and created comprehensive assessments, safety plans, and master treatment plans• Led weekly individual, family, and group therapy sessions with residents, including individuals diagnosed with Social-Emotional Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders • Facilitated group counseling sessions focused on vocational skills, anger management skills, and self-awareness• Collaborated with special education teachers to evaluate and update Individualized Education Plans, including the completion of Functional Behavioral Assessments• Problem solved with parents, therapists, residential counselors, teachers, and administrators to provide support, develop solutions, and review students' cases• Proposed and coordinated volunteer opportunities with local organizations to help build residents' vocational skills Show less



JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER-KANE COUNTY

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Youth Counselor

  • Aug 2008 - Oct 2012

  • Counseled individuals to help develop behavioral, psychological, and emotional well-being • Utilized Motivational Interviewing to enforce the behavior management system • Monitored 8 – 24 juvenile offenders in a secure facility • Resolved physical situations with various de-escalation techniques, including Crisis Intervention Prevention and code training • Built rapport with newly admitted residents • Aided in family group sessions teaching parents how to utilize Systematic Training for Effective Parenting Show less



Wheaton Warrenville South High School

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Counseling Intern

  • Aug 2011 - Jun 2012

  • Counseled culturally diverse students on academic, career, social, and emotional needs • Guided diverse classrooms on academic preparation, career guidance, and mental health awareness • Co-facilitated small group discussions on social support and academic skill support • Consulted with teachers to create effective environments for students with Individualized Education Plans and Section 504 • Presented trainings for teachers on letter of recommendation writing and the career program Naviance • Worked with other counselors, administrators, and support staff to problem-solve, review school-wide needs, and assist students Show less



Northern Illinois University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Career Planning Instructor

  • Aug 2010 - May 2011

  • Taught an undergraduate course on career development with approximately 20 diverse students • Focused small class discussions, activities, and lectures on careers, values, resumes, and interviewing skills • Participated in individual conferences with students to discuss course progress • Assisted students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of assessments and activities • Taught an undergraduate course on career development with approximately 20 diverse students • Focused small class discussions, activities, and lectures on careers, values, resumes, and interviewing skills • Participated in individual conferences with students to discuss course progress • Assisted students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of assessments and activities