Ariel Garvey
Morris,MN
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients. High level of practical and theoretical knowledge of human development in a mental health environment. Experience providing children with emotional support and guidance, providing leadership and advocacy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Based Skills Counselor
Greater Minnesota Family Services
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Worked closely with families to support clients in their recovery process and strengthen relationships among family members.
- Communicated regularly with other professionals involved in the client's care for coordinated service delivery efforts.
- Managed a caseload of 12-15 clients at a time
Primary Youth Counselor
Heartland Girl's Ranch
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages
- Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management
- Coached youth in conflict resolution skills, reducing incidents of aggression and improving peer relationships
- Created and implemented individualized plans for individual youth
- Documented detailed case notes efficiently, maintaining confidentiality while adhering to reporting protocols set forth by the organization
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and community resources to provide comprehensive support for clients' needs
- Implemented variety of fun and recreational activities for residents
- Wrote reports for family and caregivers, documenting progress, challenges, and therapy milestones
Toddler Teacher
Morris Area Childcare Center
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and other related issues
- Keep records on individual children
- Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
- Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans
- Observe and monitor children's play activities
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
Elementary Counseling Program Intern
Morris Area Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Classroom counseling lessons
- Group counseling sessions
- Individual counseling sessions
- Communicating with other educational professionals to coordinate services for students
- Providing consultation services to other educational professionals
TREC Tutor
Ariel Garvey
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to identify any special needs of the student
- Utilized fun learning activities (educational videos and quiz games) to focus students' attention
- Develop creative activities for student participation and learning
- Establish clear learning objects and enforce school rules for behavior
- Help students with their homework
- Observe and interact with kids while playing outside
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services: Human Development
University of Minnesota
Morris, MN05.2022
Skills
- Interpersonal relationship and communication skills
- Organizational Skills
- Leadership and advocacy skills
- Active listening skills
- Caring and empathetic
- Knowledge of community resources
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Observation and assessment
Timeline
Family Based Skills Counselor
Greater Minnesota Family Services
09.2024 - Current
Primary Youth Counselor
Heartland Girl's Ranch
01.2024 - 08.2024
Toddler Teacher
Morris Area Childcare Center
08.2023 - 11.2023
Elementary Counseling Program Intern
Morris Area Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
TREC Tutor
Ariel Garvey
09.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services: Human Development
University of Minnesota
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