Enthusiastic Counseling Graduate Student who has worked with clients and students from diverse backgrounds. Broad experience in the helping profession, working in higher education, affordable housing, and mental health.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Counselor Trainee (Student)
Court Diagnostic & Treatment Center
2023.01 - 2023.12
Facilitate individual and group mental health therapy to court-ordered adult clients.
Develop goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
Complete diagnostic assessments and treatment plans.
Complete various programs including anger management and recidivism reduction programs.
Display sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Adjunct Sociology Instructor
Bowling Green State University
2022.08 - Current
Use lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
Engage students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Examine and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
Create and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
Teach diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
Adjunct Instructor & Writing Tutor
Owens Community College
2019.08 - Current
Develop curriculum standards, lesson plans, and syllabi
Build relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional, and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits
Tutor various students at Owens Community College Writing Center including ESL and adult learners and people with disabilities.
Prepare and delivere lectures to undergraduate students on topics such as race and ethnic relations, measurement and data collection and workplace social relations.
Service Coordinator
Genacross Lutheran Services
2021.05 - 2022.05
Initiated contact with appropriate service providers to request referrals and followed up to confirm appointments.
Coordinated health events including COVID vaccine clinics, physician appointments, and various well-being events.
Completed health and psychosocial assessments such as the PHQ-9 and GAD-7 surveys.
Managed a caseload of up to 195 older adults.
Developed productive working relationships with churches, schools, government agencies, and charitable organizations.
Maintain accurate records and full compliance with government regulations and agency guidelines.
Housing Coordinator
Wood County Board Of DD
2018.05 - 2020.10
Secured state funds for housing developments.
Developed and managed annual housing budget.
Acted as a county liaison for the Wood County Board of DD and local housing agencies.
Created internal housing voucher and rental subsidy programs.
Acted as a county liaison for the Wood County Board of DD and local housing agencies.
Managed open-house events for group homes within the community.
Negotiated complicated leasing agreements with landlords and property management companies.
Customized housing plans for individuals with intensive behavioral needs for rapid rehousing.
Oversaw new construction and renovation projects
Managed master contracts and invoices for third-party vendors.
Graduate Assistant
University Of Toledo
2014.08 - 2016.05
Contributed to research and data analysis within disability studies and sociological landscapes.
Administered coursework, graded assignments and provided constructive feedback.
Assisted faculty members with data collection for potential academic publications.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Heidelberg University
Tiffin, OH
12.2023
Master of Arts - Sociology And Disability Studies
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH
08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH
08.2014
Skills
Diverse Student and Client Populations
Charting and Clinical Documentation
Therapeutic Facilitation
Case Management
Chronic Disorders
Individual Therapy
Crisis Intervention
Addiction Counseling
University Teaching
Affordable Housing Issues
Clinical Assessments
Court-mandated Clients
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor Trainee (Student)
Court Diagnostic & Treatment Center
2023.01 - 2023.12
Adjunct Sociology Instructor
Bowling Green State University
2022.08 - Current
Service Coordinator
Genacross Lutheran Services
2021.05 - 2022.05
Adjunct Instructor & Writing Tutor
Owens Community College
2019.08 - Current
Housing Coordinator
Wood County Board Of DD
2018.05 - 2020.10
Graduate Assistant
University Of Toledo
2014.08 - 2016.05
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Heidelberg University
Master of Arts - Sociology And Disability Studies
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Toledo
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