April Grady
Nacogdoches,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist and Personal Trainer
Whole Again Counseling + Wellness
Nacogdoches, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Provided individual and group therapy for clients with a range of mental health issues.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and other professionals to coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills, setting goals and improving communication.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client's needs and preferences.
- Educated family members on how to support the client through their recovery process.
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, treatments and progress using an electronic health record system.
- Developed personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.
- Provided instructions in proper form, technique, and safety when performing exercises.
Coordinator of Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Nacogdoches Independent School District
Nacogdoches, TX
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress on various projects for upper-level management review.
- Maintained calendars of upcoming events, meetings and deadlines.
- Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
- Created reports summarizing educational outcomes based on collected data.
- Analyzed data to identify areas of improvement in organizational performance and accountability.
- Provided guidance to management team on best practices related to accountability processes.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to accountability practices.
Professional School Counselor
Nacogdoches Independent School District
Nacogdoches, TX
08.2010 - 07.2020
- Provided individual counseling to students with various academic, social, and emotional issues.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive guidance programs that addressed college readiness, career exploration, and personal and social development.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, and outside agencies to ensure student success.
- Assisted students in completing college applications and financial aid paperwork.
- Advocated for the educational rights of all students within the school system.
- Utilized a variety of resources to provide assistance to students in crisis situations.
- Advised faculty members on how best to support the mental health needs of their students.
- Participated in professional development workshops designed to stay current on trends in school counseling practices.
- Consulted with families and staff to discuss strategies necessary for improved student social and academic performance.
- Established trusting relationship with students and parents to nurture confidence in school counseling process.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12-2010
Skills
- Mental Health Support
- Building rapport
- Exceptional problem solver
- Superior communication skills
- Crisis Response
- Data Analysis
- Data Collection
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Certified School Counselor, PK-12
- Certified ESL Teacher, PK-12
- Certified Science Teacher, 4-8
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist and Personal Trainer
Whole Again Counseling + Wellness
10.2024 - Current
Coordinator of Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Nacogdoches Independent School District
08.2020 - 06.2023
Professional School Counselor
Nacogdoches Independent School District
08.2010 - 07.2020
Master of Arts - Counseling
Stephen F. Austin State University