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David Buldenko

Colbert

Summary

Experienced with therapeutic techniques and client-focused care. Utilizes active listening and empathy to create supportive environment. Knowledge of crisis intervention and individualized treatment planning, ensuring effective support for diverse client needs.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor Assistant

Enlightium Academy
10.2022 - 11.2024
  • Assisted in creating academic plans for students
  • Managed and updated student data
  • Assisted the counseling department with drafting, branding, and sending student communication on multiple platforms
  • Assisted the counseling team with monthly webinars and other focused student interactions
  • Managed the Naviance platform by creating and distributing accounts, maintaining current accounts, auditing ECLR completion, etc
  • Managed ongoing mailing needs for the counseling department
  • Supported counselors in quarterly grade audits
  • Pursued professional development opportunities to remain current with industry trends
  • Assumed responsibility for other projects as assigned by the Director of School Counseling and Guidance

K-12 Counselor

Summit Christian Academy
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Provided academic counseling and guidance
  • Provided emotional and mental health support
  • Provided college and career counseling
  • Provided crisis intervention and support
  • Organized and facilitated workshops and focus groups
  • Delivered engaging and interactive lessons that integrate biblical teachings and character development
  • Established rules and expectations, maintained order, and addressed behavioral issues
  • Maintained cordial relationships with students within appropriate boundaries
  • Provided constructive feedback to students and their parents
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and supervisors

Behavioral Technician

Soar Behavior Services
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Used a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training in multiple environments
  • Adhered to the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols
  • Complied with prescribed training protocols and record data
  • Compiled and summarized data on observable client behavior
  • Ensured safe and appropriate procedures are followed when working with clients
  • Maintained a safe, clean, and organized work environment
  • Maintained effective programming and implemented safety procedures
  • Maintained the confidentiality of clients
  • Collaborated professionally with clients' treatment teams, including parents, caregivers, outside professionals, and school personnel
  • Communicated effectively with parents and caregivers about client progress
  • Assisted the Lead BT and BCBA in skill acquisition and behavior reduction assessments
  • Attended required training to maintain and acquire technical knowledge

Youth Counselor

Morningstar Boys Ranch
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Assessed and provided for the needs of clients served, engaged and developed rapport with clients from various backgrounds
  • Demonstrated consistency and behavioral limits through relationship-based interventions
  • Communicated effectively to solve problems in a collaborative manner
  • Assisted each client in working with a group and handling individual problems
  • Administered and documented behavior management plans; use of verbal and physical intervention with volatile clients
  • Transported clients, teach and conduct therapeutic groups
  • Facilitated recreational activities, taught and demonstrated life skills
  • Group Mental Health work and supervision of clients to aid in client's skill building and social rehabilitation
  • Wrote daily progress notes based on training
  • Communicated with the client's therapist and house staff concerning daily behavior and all other concerns

Education

Master of Education - School Counseling

Whitworth University
05-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Eastern Washington University
06.2021

Skills

  • Psychoeducation
  • Individual counseling
  • Career guidance
  • Computer proficiency
  • Data entry
  • Office management
  • Document preparation
  • Effective communication

LANGUAGES

English (Native: able to speak, read, and write)
Russian (Native: able to speak, read, and write)

Timeline

Counselor Assistant

Enlightium Academy
10.2022 - 11.2024

K-12 Counselor

Summit Christian Academy
10.2022 - 06.2023

Behavioral Technician

Soar Behavior Services
10.2021 - 06.2022

Youth Counselor

Morningstar Boys Ranch
08.2021 - 06.2022

Master of Education - School Counseling

Whitworth University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Eastern Washington University

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