Belen Rios
Indio
Summary
Adept School Counselor offering sixteen years of experience counseling students on mental health, academics and interpersonal conflicts. Driven to help students achieve success by providing guidance on career options, higher education choices and life planning. Attentive in identifying early warning signs of harmful behavior in students to provide preventive counseling. Consistent in meeting the established goals of the counseling program.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Prevention Specialist
Edge Coaching
03.2026 - Current
- Edge Coaching – setting up academic and behavior goals
- Behavior Management Support (Levels 1 & 2)
- SUI- Substance Use Intervention & Prevention support
- Attendance Support- MTTS team to provide support
- Create events for red ribbon/mental health awareness months.
Education Guidance Counselor
Torres Martinez Tribal TANF
Thermal, CA
09.2016 - Current
- Assisted with Student Success Team Meetings/ IEP/ 504 meetings to advocate for youth.
- Complete referrals to social services and therapy.
- Provided individual and group counseling to over 300 students, helping them navigate academic challenges and personal issues.
- Develop parent workshops to assist with academic/ social emotional needs.
- In collaboration with our three local districts.
- Oversee our current tutoring contract which supports over 100 youth.
- Assist students with their career goals/ educational needs.
- Counsel students and provide support as needed with any behavior concerns.
- Proctor career assessments/ completed a career plan based on their aptitudes and strengths.
- Conduct Monthly workshops: Scholarships, FAFSA, Time management and other educational topics.
- Assist youth with Education Plan A-G requirement to ensure they graduate high school.
- Counsel youth that are credit deficient to ensure they get all the support necessary to graduate.
- Counseled individuals to help them overcome barriers affecting their career planning.
- Maintain files for each student with important documentation, i.e. school documentation: report cards, IEP’s, Case notes and educational progress plan.
- Mediate at meetings for various concerns to ensure youth are provided with all support needed.
- Collaborated with Native American Parent Committee at the Coachella Valley Unified School District, to ensure that we provided native American youth support through.
Certificated Substitute School Counselor/ Teacher
Palm Springs Unified School District
Palm Springs
10.2024 - 03.2026
- Assisted in managing the counseling program for a diverse student population of 500+, focusing on academic advising and personal development.
- Conducted crisis intervention and conflict resolution sessions, providing immediate support to students in distress.
- Co-facilitated workshops on topics such as stress management, anxiety, and healthy relationships.
- Maintained accurate counseling records and student assessments, ensuring compliance with school policies and state regulations.
- Assist with students with A-G requirements, senior planning and scholarships.
Career Guidance Counselor
Torres Martinez Tribal TANF
Thermal, CA
08.2010 - 08.2016
- Assist with career planning to ensure clients become self-sufficient.
- Assist with career fairs and job opportunities.
- Responsible for workshops: Job Skills, Budgeting and other topics.
- Responsible collaborating with our local community college for vocational training.
- Maintain client files to ensure all information is noted.
Certificated Substitute School Teacher
Coachella Valley Unified School District
Thermal, CA
01.2007 - 04.2009
- Taught various grades and subjects, including special education, adapting needs of each classroom.
- Implemented lesson plans and prepared education, resources for effective teaching.
- Conducted parent conferences to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Assessed and recorded students’ progress throughout the term, providing feedback to students and parents.
- Maintained discipline in the classroom, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with staff to plan, prepare, and review the school curriculum.
Education
Masters of Arts - Social Emotional Learning
National University
05-2025
PPS School Counselor Credential - undefined
Cal State San Bernardino
01-2010
Bachelor’s Degree - Spanish Language/ Literature
Cal State San Bernardino
01-2006
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication Skills
- Ability to maintain accurate records and files up to date
- Experience working in a culturally diverse environment, fostering inclusivity and understating
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents and administration
- Proved ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks effectively
- Able to work without supervision
- Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish
- Strong decision-making skills and the ability to prioritize and plan effectively
- Strong leadership skills, capable of guiding and motivating others
- Mental health awareness
- Suicide prevention
- Multicultural sensitivity
Accomplishments
- Achieved high school graduation rates through effectively helping with counseling.
- Collaborated with team of five in the development of MTTS support for academic success.
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Prevention Specialist
Edge Coaching
03.2026 - Current
Certificated Substitute School Counselor/ Teacher
Palm Springs Unified School District
10.2024 - 03.2026
Education Guidance Counselor
Torres Martinez Tribal TANF
09.2016 - Current
Career Guidance Counselor
Torres Martinez Tribal TANF
08.2010 - 08.2016
Certificated Substitute School Teacher
Coachella Valley Unified School District
01.2007 - 04.2009
PPS School Counselor Credential - undefined
Cal State San Bernardino
Masters of Arts - Social Emotional Learning
National University
Bachelor’s Degree - Spanish Language/ Literature
Cal State San Bernardino