Anita Kaloshi
Brooklyn,NY
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Intern
Talking Works
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Supported clients in crisis situations by providing immediate intervention and referrals to appropriate services.
- Established rapport with diverse populations, fostering trust and open communication during sessions.
- Assessed risk factors such as suicidality or self-harm behaviors to ensure client safety during time-sensitive situations.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Improved parent-child relationships through facilitating family therapy sessions focused on communication and understanding.
- Assisted children in developing healthy self-esteem through targeted therapeutic activities that fostered positive self-concept formation.
Mental Health Intern
The Jewish Board
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Learning Lab Instructor
NIA COMMUNITY SERVICES
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Promoted and participated in open and effective communication and support with team.
- Provided community education and outreach presentations in compliance with grant requirements
- Planned, organized and implemented planned curriculum for youth program activities.
- Provided tutoring and advised to individuals and groups of students.
Teaching Artist
EDUCATIONAL ALLIANCE
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Planned and executed activities to promote team-building, social and emotional development.
- Choreographed four dance numbers for school's recital.
Group Mentor
EDUCATIONAL ALLIANCE
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted youth with daily activities, including homework assignments, sports and fitness, art and literacy
- Scheduled activities, including mini-lessons, art projects and unstructured playtime for school-age children
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Youth Facilitator
HUDSON GUILD
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Maintained calm, positive and encouraging approach with youth.
General Counselor
HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Instructed participants on activities' goals, procedures and safety considerations to promote beneficial outcomes for all campers
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Helped at-risk youths in low-income areas by guiding, mentoring and counseling, as well as encouraging each to achieve personal and spiritual goals
Education
Master of Science - MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
Fordham University
New York, NY05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
New York, NY05.2020
High School Diploma -
Fort Hamilton High School
Brooklyn, NY06.2016
Skills
- Intake Interviewing
- Bilingual in Albanian and English
- Conflict Management
- Progress Reporting
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Emotional Support
- Group Counseling
- Child and Adolescent Therapy
- CBT Techniques
Timeline
Mental Health Intern
Talking Works
01.2024 - 05.2024
Mental Health Intern
The Jewish Board
10.2022 - 01.2023
Learning Lab Instructor
NIA COMMUNITY SERVICES
01.2021 - 08.2021
Teaching Artist
EDUCATIONAL ALLIANCE
09.2019 - 04.2020
Group Mentor
EDUCATIONAL ALLIANCE
09.2018 - 08.2019
Youth Facilitator
HUDSON GUILD
01.2018 - 06.2018
General Counselor
HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS
06.2017 - 08.2017
Master of Science - MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING
Fordham University
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
High School Diploma -
Fort Hamilton High School