Focus skilled in delivering caring and compassionate support to address caller's issues. Improve callers well-being and stress coping skills development. Knowledgeable in to resources available to support callers needs.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Line Call Handler/Manager
Transitions Mental Health Services
02.2015 - Current
Improved caller experience by providing empathetic listening and support during crisis situations.
Reduced wait times for callers through efficient call management and timely response to incoming contacts.
Enhanced team performance by collaborating with colleagues in sharing resources and best practices.
Managed high-stress calls effectively, utilizing active listening and problem-solving skills.
Teacher
Santa Maria Joint Union High School District
08.1976 - 06.2014
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Education
Language Development Specialist Credential
California State Department of Education
Sacramento, CA
09.1991
Resource Specialist
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
11.1983
Learning Specialist Credential
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
09.1977
Bachelor of Arts - Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
06.1976
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA
06.1972
High School Diploma -
Venice High School;
Los Angeles, CA
06.1969
Skills
Ethical Decision-Making
Resource Navigation
Stress Management
Active Listening
Stress Management
Timeline
Crisis Line Call Handler/Manager
Transitions Mental Health Services
02.2015 - Current
Teacher
Santa Maria Joint Union High School District
08.1976 - 06.2014
Language Development Specialist Credential
California State Department of Education
Resource Specialist
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Learning Specialist Credential
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Bachelor of Arts - Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo