Cheryl Wright
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Professional counselor with robust background in educational support and student development. Proven track record of guiding students through academic and personal challenges, resulting in improved school performance and well-being. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability, ensuring reliable support for both students and staff. Key skills include conflict resolution and program development, valued for strong interpersonal and communication abilities
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional School Counselor
John Hopkins Middle School
08.2014 - Current
- Implemented data-driven counseling practices, leading to more effective solutions for student issues.
- Served as a liaison between the school community and outside agencies, advocating for student needs and promoting mental health awareness.
- Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment.
- Continuously improved professional skills by attending conferences, workshops, and trainings related to school counseling practices.
- Streamlined communication between administration, teachers, parents, and students by developing an efficient referral system for counseling services.
Family Engagement Specialist
Gulf Coast Jewish Family Services
01.2013 - 07.2014
- Responsible for providing intensive home based individual and family counseling. Implemented comprehensive family assessments. Created and executed treatment plans. Collaborated with case manager to monitor the progress of the family’s goals and ensure aftercare services were in place.
- Maintained detailed records of family interactions, tracking progress over time towards achieving program goals.
Intensive Family Preservation Therapist
Success 4 Kids & Families
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Provided strength based therapy to both the family and individuals. Development, implementation, and monitoring of family support plans as needed. Provided families with access to applicable community support services and resources. Responsible for maintaining client reports in an accurate and timely manner.
Senior Crisis Clinician
Spectrum Human Services
03.2010 - 09.2011
- Evaluated, treated, and linked crisis clients. Conducted mental health assessments with adolescents and children. Completed short-term case management including crisis planning and coordination of individualized services. Maintained timely charting, casework, documentation, and computer entry. Responsible for 24-hour emergency calls approximately four days a month.
Outreach Counselor
Crisis Services
07.2009 - 08.2010
- Performed mental health evaluations and lethality assessments for adults in crisis. Executed telephone lethality assessments. Implemented trauma services. Assisted in performing AOT screenings including comprehensive outpatient services. Facilitated linkage to counseling agencies and other service providers.
Children’s Specialist
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Conducted short-term crisis intervention services for children and adolescents. Managed intake, outreach visits, telephone lethality monitoring, linkage, and follow-up services. Provided short-term case management involving crisis planning, behavior modification, and coordination of individualized and family services. Performed mental health evaluations and assisted in assessment for involuntary transport under section 9.45 of New York State Mental Hygiene Law. Assessed for suicide lethality or danger to others, mental status, and other behavioral, cognitive and/or affective indicators.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health & School Counselor Education-CACREP
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Early Childhood Education
Skills
- Strong verbal communication
- Results-oriented problem solving
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Academic advising
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective organizational skills
- Multicultural competence
Certification
NY State School Counselor Initial Certification
FL Professional Certificate in Guidance and Counseling K-12
Timeline
Professional School Counselor - John Hopkins Middle School
08.2014 - Current
Family Engagement Specialist - Gulf Coast Jewish Family Services
01.2013 - 07.2014
Intensive Family Preservation Therapist - Success 4 Kids & Families
01.2012 - 12.2012
Senior Crisis Clinician - Spectrum Human Services
03.2010 - 09.2011
Outreach Counselor - Crisis Services
07.2009 - 08.2010
Children’s Specialist -
09.2008 - 06.2009
State University of New York at Buffalo - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology & Early Childhood Education
Canisius University - Master of Science, Mental Health & School Counselor Education-CACREP