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Dana Johnson

Dana Johnson

School Counselor
Pensacola,FL

Summary

Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students.

Work History

School Counselor

Lincoln Park Elementary School
Pensacola, FL
08.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
  • Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
  • Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
  • Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
  • Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
  • Contributed to development of effective school policies that addressed issues such as attendance, discipline, and substance abuse prevention.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
  • Reduced disciplinary incidents through proactive conflict resolution strategies that encouraged open communication between all parties involved.
  • Enhanced student academic performance with personalized counseling sessions.

School Counselor Intern

West Florida High School
Pensacola, FL
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Supported students transitioning between grade levels by working with teachers to develop effective transition plans aimed at minimizing potential challenges during adjustment periods.
  • Increased awareness of post-secondary options by organizing college and career readiness workshops and events.
  • Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
  • Assisted students in developing academic plans by conducting a comprehensive review of their strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
  • Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
  • Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.

School Counselor

Workman Middle School
Pensacola, FL
09.2022 - 05.2024
  • Coordinated with community organizations to enhance support services and resources available to students.
  • Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
  • Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
  • Streamlined referral processes to external mental health services, ensuring timely support for students in need.
  • Supported students transitioning between grade levels by working with teachers to develop effective transition plans aimed at minimizing potential challenges during adjustment periods.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Conducted individual assessments to identify students' needs, guiding them towards appropriate resources and interventions.
  • Supported students through crisis intervention services, providing immediate assistance and long-term recovery plans.
  • Improved student attendance rates by identifying and addressing underlying issues through targeted counseling interventions.
  • Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
  • Reduced disciplinary incidents through proactive conflict resolution strategies that encouraged open communication between all parties involved.

Education

Master Of Education - School Counseling

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
01.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS
08.2010 - 05.2012

Skills

Suicide Prevention

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Timeline

School Counselor

Lincoln Park Elementary School
08.2024 - Current

School Counselor Intern

West Florida High School
08.2024 - 12.2024

Master Of Education - School Counseling

Liberty University
01.2023 - Current

School Counselor

Workman Middle School
09.2022 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Mississippi
08.2010 - 05.2012
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