ASHLEY RITA
West Warwick,RI
Summary
Experienced school psychologist prepared for role. Strong focus on team collaboration. Skilled in psychological assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and developing intervention plans. Reliable and adaptable, with proven ability to support students and staff alike.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
New England Psychological Solutions
10.2018 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments to identify student needs and develop intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with educators and parents to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
- Provided counseling and emotional support to students dealing with behavioral, academic, or social challenges.
- Designed and facilitated training on behavioral interventions for staff.
- Mentored an intern, promoting professional development within the field.
- Consulted with teachers, parents and outside service providers to gain in-depth understanding of students.
Clinician
The Inner You Counseling Center
10.2016 - 10.2018
- Led patient assessments to develop tailored treatment plans, enhancing care quality and outcomes.
- Conducted individual and group counseling with adults, adolescents, and children
- Communicate with outside agencies as needed
- Kept appropriate records, using both paper and electronic systems
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to facilitate skill development, coping strategies, and emotional processing with clients
School Psychologist
South Kingstown School Department
08.2014 - 10.2016
- Conducted cognitive, behavioral, and social emotional assessments and communicated results of evaluations through written reports and team meetings
- Created behavior intervention plans by collaborating with students, staff, and parents in order to increase coping skills and decrease disruptive classroom behavior
- Planned and implemented ongoing individual and group counseling sessions
- Participated as a member of the PBIS team
- Participated in 504 meetings as needed
Student Services Coordinator
William M. Davies Career and Technical High School
08.2010 - 09.2014
- Co-Chaired Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Team- Davies was identified as model high school for the state of Rhode Island
- Member of Response to Intervention Team
- Conducted Functional Behavioral Assessments and created Classroom Intervention Plans to improve student behavior and access to education
- Oversaw staff training and student progress in alternative learning settings and when transitioning back to traditional classes
- Collaborated with administration to write policies and procedures that address inappropriate behavior and academic recovery
- Worked with Student Management in addressing the day-to-day systemic building issues with students and staff
- Provided student counseling
- Communicated with outside agencies involved with students
- Provided feedback regarding student progress to parents, staff, and others involved
- Coordinated student support services, enhancing academic and personal development for diverse student populations.
- Developed and implemented programs to improve student engagement and social connectedness at school.
Extended School Year School Psychologist
Blackstone-Millville Regional School District
07.2012 - 08.2012
- Push-in social skills training for students (PreK-high school) requiring extended school year services
- Pull-out social skills groups for students (PreK-high school) requiring extended school year services
School Psychology Intern
East Providence School Department
09.2009 - 06.2010
- Member of Response to Intervention Team
- Member of Universal, Target, and Tertiary PBIS team
- Conducted cognitive, adaptive, behavioral, and social emotional assessments and communicated results of evaluations through written reports and team meetings
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to conduct student evaluations and re-evaluations for special education placement
- Used progress monitoring and data collection procedures to monitor the effectiveness of interventions and make informed decisions
- Performed Functional Behavior Assessments, created Functional Behavior Plans, and collected efficacy data
- Planned and implemented ongoing individual and group counseling sessions
- Prepared and delivered staff trainings
- Created a catalogue of evidenced based interventions as a resource for teachers
- Provided consultation for Visual Supports classrooms and provided group counseling for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Utilized Collaborative Problem Solving to address behaviors
School Psychology Practicum Student
Ponaganset Middle and High Schools
01.2009 - 06.2009
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to conduct student evaluations and re-evaluations for special education placement
- Communicated results of special education evaluations through written reports and team/parent meetings
- Consulted with teachers to implement academic interventions
- Conducted individual counseling sessions
- Engaged in home/school collaboration to increase homework compliance
- Participated in the evaluation of the Alternative Learning Program
- Applied knowledge from coursework to real world setting
School Psychology Practicum Student
Lincoln Middle and High Schools
09.2008 - 12.2008
- Planned and implemented on-going counseling programs with individual students and counseling groups
- Conducted Functional Behavior Analyses and created behavior intervention plans
- Attended and participated in Response to Intervention meetings
- Attended and participated in Evaluation Team meetings
- Was instrumental in exposing students to the Special Community Outreach Education Program (SCORE) at the RI Department of Corrections
- Observed student at out of district placement to determine if setting continued to be appropriate
Client Service Specialist
Fidelity Investments
09.2005 - 08.2007
- Member of problem resolution team
- Worked in conjunction with our phone representatives to provide world class customer service to our clientele
- Earned my Series 7 and Series 63 licenses
- Served as a tutor and mentor for other trainees
- Chosen by manager and peers to represent my team on Representative Counsel
Assistant Unit Director
Whitney Academy
03.2005 - 09.2005
- Supervised approximately 30 staff and 12 male residents with mental retardation, ages 10 to 23
- Responsible for reviewing/editing reports written by staff members
- Co-facilitated group therapy
- Intervened in crisis situations
- Provided monthly supervision to staff members and facilitated staff meetings
- Passed a rigorous examination to be medically certified in order to distribute prescription medication to residents
- Acted as liaison between the residential, clinical, and educational programs
- Participated in on-call shifts to handle crisis situations
Lead Residential Counselor
St. Vincent’s Home: DePaul Center
03.2003 - 07.2005
- Provided direct care services to 32 boys, ages 13-18, with a variety of emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric disorders
- Responsibilities included supervising Residential Counselors, communicating pertinent information to clinical team, ordering supplies, distributing medications, overseeing daily routine, facilitating staff meetings, and ensuring student needs were met
- Ensured safety was maintained both on and off campus
- Developed Individual Treatment Plans and participated in Clinical Meetings along with therapists, case managers, and program directors
- Completed training in the areas of non-violent Crisis Prevention Intervention, individual therapy skills, behavior management techniques, and first aid/CPR
- Assumed responsibility of running the campus in the absence of a manager
- Gained experience with clients diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, ODD, CD and clients who experienced suicidality and engaged in cutting behaviors
Group Home Assistant Manager
Child and Family Services of Newport
09.2004 - 03.2005
- Provided residential services to 8 girls with histories of abuse, neglect, behavioral issues, or mental illness
- Responsibilities included coordinating the nightly routine, supervising staff, purchasing supplies, and scheduling events
- Participated in on-call shifts to handle crisis situations
- Ensured program policies were followed to maintain safety of staff and residents
- Trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- Certified by American Red Cross to teach first aid and CPR classes
Teacher’s Assistant
High Roads Academy
01.2002 - 05.2002
- Worked with students with learning disabilities and emotional disturbances, ages 6 to 16
- Responsibilities included assisting students with class work in the areas of language arts and math, managing behaviors in the classroom, planning and organizing activities, running detention hall, and chaperoning field trips
Teacher’s Assistant/Dorm Staff
Harmony Hill School
06.2000 - 08.2001
- Residential school for boys, ages 8 to 18, with emotional and behavioral disorders.
- Teacher’s Assistant: Created curriculum for summer program, taught and modified various lessons, and controlled behavior in the classroom.
- Dorm Staff: Aided with homework, assisted with daily living skills, enforced behavior management programs, and supervised activities both on and off campus
- Certified in Handle with Care self-defense/behavior management system in order to intervene in crisis situations
Teacher’s Assistant
Boston College Campus School
09.2000 - 12.2000
- Served preschool students with severe developmental delays
- Implemented various communication techniques including picture boards and sign language
- Assisted with feeding the students
- Supervised students at recess and during transitions
Education
C.A.G.S. - School Psychology
Rhode Island College
05.2010
M.A. - Counseling
Rhode Island College
01.2009
B.A. - Psychology Major/Sociology Minor
The George Washington University
12.2002
Elementary Education/Human Development
Boston College
12.2000
Skills
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Behavioral assessment
- Psychoeducational evaluation
- Response to intervention
- Verbal and written communication
- Data collection
- Special education expertise
- Social-emotional learning
Timeline
School Psychologist
New England Psychological Solutions
10.2018 - Current
Clinician
The Inner You Counseling Center
10.2016 - 10.2018
School Psychologist
South Kingstown School Department
08.2014 - 10.2016
Extended School Year School Psychologist
Blackstone-Millville Regional School District
07.2012 - 08.2012
Student Services Coordinator
William M. Davies Career and Technical High School
08.2010 - 09.2014
School Psychology Intern
East Providence School Department
09.2009 - 06.2010
School Psychology Practicum Student
Ponaganset Middle and High Schools
01.2009 - 06.2009
School Psychology Practicum Student
Lincoln Middle and High Schools
09.2008 - 12.2008
Client Service Specialist
Fidelity Investments
09.2005 - 08.2007
Assistant Unit Director
Whitney Academy
03.2005 - 09.2005
Group Home Assistant Manager
Child and Family Services of Newport
09.2004 - 03.2005
Lead Residential Counselor
St. Vincent’s Home: DePaul Center
03.2003 - 07.2005
Teacher’s Assistant
High Roads Academy
01.2002 - 05.2002
Teacher’s Assistant
Boston College Campus School
09.2000 - 12.2000
Teacher’s Assistant/Dorm Staff
Harmony Hill School
06.2000 - 08.2001
M.A. - Counseling
Rhode Island College
B.A. - Psychology Major/Sociology Minor
The George Washington University
Elementary Education/Human Development
Boston College
C.A.G.S. - School Psychology
Rhode Island College
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