Alex Papadopoulos
Townsend,DE
Summary
Observant individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills builds meaningful relationships with clients and families. Experienced in working with clients from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. Offers crisis intervention to help individuals navigate through traumatic experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Educator
Providence Creek Academy
08.2022 - Current
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Supported special needs students through one-on-one assistance, enabling them to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Wellness Coach
Wellness Advocacy Coaching
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Conjoined with academic peers to ignite support groups and direct emotional or mental health needs
- Managed social tabling events
- Procured custom T-shirts for mental wellness
- Initiated media advertising for awareness
- Empowered clients by teaching them how to set achievable goals that aligned with their personal values and aspirations.
- Created a supportive environment where clients felt comfortable discussing their challenges openly without judgment or criticism.
- Evaluated client progress through regular check-ins and follow-up appointments, celebrating milestones and adjusting plans as needed.
- Educated clients on self-care practices, leading to enhanced mental wellbeing and reduced stress levels.
Camp Buddy, Manager
Days Of Summer Camp
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Directed groups of children with disability through interactive games
- Managed social events and fostered a safe environment
- Communicated with other companies and businesses about their events and general planning
- Derived direct communication with the Delaware Down Syndrome Association
- Produced spreadsheets of children attending events provided by the association
Psychology Intern
Heron Point Rehabilitation Center
04.2018 - 05.2018
- Coordinated with Physical Therapy professionals to perform analysis to patients
- Conducted intake interviews with new patients, gathering essential background information to inform subsequent treatment planning efforts.
- Remained energetic and demonstrated passion for helping clients by applying active listening.
- Enhanced client understanding of psychological concepts by assisting in conducting comprehensive assessments
- Observed physical interaction with patients, guiding newly learned skills through a variety of world applications
Education
Master of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
College of William And Mary
Williamsburg, VA05.2025
BS in Psychology Arts -
Washington College
05.2022
Skills
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Client Advocacy
- Multicultural Competence
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Self-Care Promotion
- Mental Health Assessment
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Building rapport
Skills Interests
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint), Computer Proficiency, MHFA Cert., Conversational Spanish, Health & Fitness, Spirituality, Art, Music, Psychology, Philosophy
Timeline
Paraprofessional Educator
Providence Creek Academy
08.2022 - Current
Camp Buddy, Manager
Days Of Summer Camp
07.2021 - 09.2021
Wellness Coach
Wellness Advocacy Coaching
05.2021 - 05.2022
Psychology Intern
Heron Point Rehabilitation Center
04.2018 - 05.2018
Master of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
College of William And Mary
BS in Psychology Arts -
Washington College