Alyssa Woodrum
Tornado
Summary
Dedicated Intern Counselor at CARES Program and Support Staff Member at PRO-Kids Inc., adept in motivational interviewing and empathy development. Successfully conducted supervised counseling sessions, enhancing client support networks. Demonstrated adaptability by mentoring "at-risk" students, focusing on improving their social skills and school performance. Excelled in multicultural competence, ensuring sensitive and effective communication across diverse client backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern Counselor
CARES Program
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with clinical supervisors, seeking guidance and feedback on cases to enhance overall counseling effectiveness.
- Coordinated with other service providers, establishing a network of support for each client''s unique needs.
- Performed [Number] hours of supervised group and individual counseling sessions.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Maintained high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and company regulations.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Actively listened during sessions to understand underlying concerns while offering empathy-driven feedback.
Support Staff Member
PRO-Kids Inc.
08.2017 - 12.2021
- Attended training sessions to stay updated on procedures and services.
- Communicated with clients on behalf of staff to relay messages and information.
- Worked and mentored "at-risk" students from addictive and abused homes
- carried out programs assigned by the director to enhance student lives, such as anger management, school performance, and socialize skills that are needed based on each students need.
- Provide feed back to counselors and teachers as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL12-2024
Skills
- Suicide risk assessment
- Self-awareness
- Motivational interviewing
- Multicultural competence
- Empathy development
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Intern Counselor
CARES Program
08.2024 - 12.2024
Support Staff Member
PRO-Kids Inc.
08.2017 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Alabama At Birmingham
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