Beth DeCarlo
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Compassionate school counselor with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Adept at creating individualized treatment plans and leading group therapy sessions. Committed to creating a safe, supportive environment for all students.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counselor
Vancouver School District
08.2022 - Current
- Created, implemented and evaluated the first ever comprehensive school counseling program at the school
- Participated in school-based teams aimed at providing students with responsive supports (IEP's, 504's, MTSS, Administrative Team, Mental Health Team)
- Advocated for at-risk youth within the middle school population by working closely with multidisciplinary teams focused on intervention efforts.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using data analysis techniques to inform improvements and adjustments based on student needs and feedback.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Taught school counseling curriculum such as Safe Schools suicide training and Xello career cruising for graduation requirements
- Served as the school's college and career coordinator
- Taught Native American cultural information and awareness to promote an inclusive environment for native students.
- Facilitated student academic growth by identifying learning barriers and developing appropriate interventions.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by hosting informative events that encouraged collaboration between home and school environments.
Associated Student Body Clerk
Vancouver School District
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked with Associated Student Body to run sports and club programs
- Budgeting and accounts payable while following complex state regulations
- Clearing athletes for participation and running grade check reports to determine eligibility
Counseling Center Clerk/ Psychology Clerk
Vancouver School District
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted students with finding information on post-secondary options and experiential activities to enhance their college and career readiness
- Guided students and families through the financial aid process and successful completion of their FASFA applications
- Aided students with career cruising to help complete their graduation requirements for on time graduation
- Scheduled IEP meetings for counselors, administrators, and families
- Documented classroom observations and compiled essential student, parent, and teacher reports for IEP meetings
- Proposed and organized the school's first mental health fair.
Clerk
Vancouver School District
12.2012 - 08.2019
- Performed clerical activities of the school to support principal, teachers and administrative staff
- Provided exceptional customer service when interacting with culturally diverse parents, students, and community stakeholders
- Managed high volume of incoming calls and ensured callers' needs and concerns were addressed appropriately
Education
Master of Science - Counseling Education
St. Bonaventure University
St. Bonaventure, NY07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.1995
Skills
- Adolescent counseling
- Group facilitation
- Building rapport
- Client advocacy
- Crisis response
- Suicide prevention
- Client needs assessment
- Multicultural competence
- Team collaboration
- Public speaking
- Coping methods
- HIPAA & regulatory compliance
Professional Affiliations Development
- Safe Schools Workshop - 06/2021
- Child Abuse Prevention Workshop - 06/2021
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy Workshop - 04/2022
Activities and Volunteer Work
- Girls Scouts volunteer
- SOLVE beach clean-up volunteer
- PTA volunteer coordinator
- Band volunteer
- Gymnastics meet volunteer
- Track volunteer
Affiliations
- American School Counselor Association
Certification
Educational Staff Associate Certificate
Hiking and international dance
I love to get outdoors in the NW and love to hike with my family. I began international folk dancing as a child and still enjoy learning dances from all over the world such as flamenco and traditional Mexican folk dancing.
Languages
French
Elementary
Timeline
Counselor
Vancouver School District
08.2022 - Current
Associated Student Body Clerk
Vancouver School District
01.2021 - 08.2022
Counseling Center Clerk/ Psychology Clerk
Vancouver School District
09.2019 - 01.2021
Clerk
Vancouver School District
12.2012 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Counseling Education
St. Bonaventure University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Portland State University
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