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Cathy Murray

Arroyo Grande,CA

Summary

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

Associate of Arts - Child Development

Santa Monica College

High School Diploma -

Venice High School;
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