CHARQUETHA BYRD
Deatsville,AL
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented counselor with a strong passion for providing the highest level of care to children and families with an emphasis on self-sufficiency through evidence- based practices. Skilled in advocacy, case management, and individualized treatment plans to assist students in achieving their educational and behavioral health goals. Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives through insight, coaching, and program guidance by identifying challenges and creating sustainable behavioral change. Possesses a strong dedication to inclusive care that supports individuals across complex issues and proven experience working within complex frameworks of policies and practices.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
TRANSITION SPECIALIST
EASTERSEALS CENTRAL ALABAMA
MONTGOMERY, AL
11.2022 - Current
- Schedule and arrange workplace tours and college/university tours for high school students between ages of 14 and 18 with disabilities or other significant barriers to employment
- Support students in identifying obtainable goals that will assist in vocational, educational, professional and personal skill building
- Assist students with disabilities in learning and understanding expectations of successful employment by providing training curriculums utilizing various approaches
- Facilitate opportunities for students with disabilities to receive counseling on various opportunities for enrollment in comprehensive transition or postsecondary educational programs based on their goals, needs, and preferences
- Provide assistance to students in obtaining workplace readiness skills, job searching, job placement, and self-advocacy skills
EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICE COORDINATOR
AIDB MONTGOMERY REGIONAL CENTER
MONTGOMERY, AL
10.2009 - 07.2022
- Deliver evidence-based intervention services and support to identified children with developmental delays or disabilities while demonstrating commitment to educational and social equity
- Provide parent education, developmental information, and family support to caregivers through personal home visits to promote healthy development of children from birth to age three
- Deliver quality home-based early childhood education, developmentally age appropriate resources, and effective child-parent interaction techniques
- Monitor client caseload and record child developmental progress including early detection and developmental screening services, providing early intervention referral services as necessary
- Maintain client confidentiality and integrity in keeping with agency policies, practices, professional standards, and program requirements
- Develop, draft, and evaluate Individualized Family Service Plans to identify needed early intervention services while establishing rapport and continuous relationships with families
SPEECH THERAPIST
ALABAMA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
TALLADEGA, AL
10.2008 - 08.2009
- Provided speech-language evaluation, treatment, and consultation in accordance to the State Department of Education and Alabama School for Deaf standards.
- Implemented speech and language IEP goals that addressed each student's specific needs, participating in multi-disciplinary evaluations to develop a variety of therapy and instructional strategies.
- Conducted evaluations and assessments to determine student strengths and areas of concern in speech, fluency, language, and oral motor skills
- Developed interventions and functional-based plans to provide a safe and effective educational environment to students while using ongoing assessments to record student progress
RESIDENT ADVISOR
ALABAMA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
TALLADEGA, AL
03.2006 - 10.2008
- Provided leadership and guidance to support student housing experiences by overseeing day-to-day operations and implementing opportunities which enabled deaf and hard of hearing residential students to reach their highest potential
- Assisted student residents in experiencing a positive housing transition and assisted in the creation of an inclusive, academically-focused community in a safe and structured family environment
- Ensured residence life programming met the needs of the community by communicating with stakeholders including residents, staff, and administrative team
Education
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling - Deaf/Hard of Hearing Studies
Troy University
Troy, AL05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders, Psychology
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL12.2006
Skills
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Diverse groups presentations
- Career planning
- Cultural Awareness
- Google Workspace
- Special education
- Individual and family support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Professional referral network
Affiliations
Speech and Hearing Association of Alabama
Council for Exceptional Children
Alabama Counseling Association
American Counseling Association
Timeline
TRANSITION SPECIALIST
EASTERSEALS CENTRAL ALABAMA
11.2022 - Current
EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICE COORDINATOR
AIDB MONTGOMERY REGIONAL CENTER
10.2009 - 07.2022
SPEECH THERAPIST
ALABAMA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
10.2008 - 08.2009
RESIDENT ADVISOR
ALABAMA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
03.2006 - 10.2008
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling - Deaf/Hard of Hearing Studies
Troy University
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders, Psychology
The University of Alabama
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