Debra Kerr
Muskogee,OK
Summary
I am a young seventy plus years old, I have been in Education for over forty years. I posses the ability to be extremely flexible, friendly, and compassionate. I am able to stay calm in explosive situation and act in a positive manner. I started in the classroom and then became a Counselor, I have also worked at Okay Public Schools, Haskell Public Schools, Cherokee Nation, Green Country Behavioral Health. I am a resourceful Counselor who brings many years of experience in mental health support and crisis response. Develops successful therapeutic processes and encourages honest discussions to help improve mental health. Shows empathy and understanding to clients of various backgrounds and needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Tulsa Public Schools
Tulsa, OK
08.2006 - 07.2023
- Provided educational support by assisting students with their academic work as well as helping them develop problem solving skills.
- Educated staff members about mental health issues affecting students so they can better respond appropriately to those needs.
- Monitored clients' daily activities and responded appropriately when needed.
- Established collaborative relationships with parents and guardians in order to provide effective care for their children.
- Developed crisis intervention strategies for individuals facing difficult situations or events.
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions for clients.
- Facilitated communication between school personnel, parents and guardians, therapists, psychiatrists, and other professionals involved in the student's care.
- Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK08-1985
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK08-1970
Skills
- Counseling
- Behavior monitoring
- Intervention Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Client Counseling
- Building rapport
- Career Counseling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Counselor
Tulsa Public Schools
08.2006 - 07.2023
Master of Science - Counseling
Northeastern State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Northeastern State University
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