Derek Vanderveer
Lexington,Virginia
Summary
Seasoned Resident Counselor with a proven track record at Tasso Counseling, adept in implementing therapeutic techniques and enhancing social skills development. Spearheaded mental health workshops, significantly improving patient outcomes. Expert in facilitating mental health referrals and fostering family engagement, demonstrating exceptional individual counseling and team collaboration abilities. Key skills development originates from my time working as a School Counselor in Rockbridge County Public Schools.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Counselor
Tasso Counseling
Staunton, Virginia
11.2024 - Current
- Implemented therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness training into practice.
- Documented patient progress through counseling and interaction.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case management issues and plan services for clients.
- Offered and conducted mental health and well-being workshop services to organizations.
School Counselor
Rockbridge County Public Schools
Lexington, Virginia
11.2020 - Current
- Elementary School Counselor in Lexington, Virginia.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to help students cope with personal and psychological issues.
- Specific duties include being the school's 504 coordinator, child study coordinator, FAPT (Family Assistance Planning Team) coordinator, implementing an effective social/emotional school counseling program through the Virginia School Counseling Standards, and creating and coordinating school clubs.
- Provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school.
Resident Life Specialist
Kendal at Lexington
Lexington, Virginia
05.2018 - 11.2020
- The resident life specialists is responsible for implementing events and activities that the residents can participate in
- Other responsibilities include creating a monthly activity calendar, creating/maintaining relationships with residents, providing individual care to enhance quality of life, and hosting/running big events such as parties and celebration
Education
M. Ed - School Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2020
B.S. - Developmental Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2018
Skills
- Social Skills Development
- Career Planning
- Learning Strategies
- Facilitating Mental Health Referrals
- Therapeutic techniques
- Family engagement
- Student resource promotion
- Family relationship development
- Individual counseling
Certification
- Licensed Resident in Counseling (0704017533).
- SYMBIS Facilitator Certified.
- MANDT Certified.
Timeline
Resident Counselor
Tasso Counseling
11.2024 - Current
School Counselor
Rockbridge County Public Schools
11.2020 - Current
Resident Life Specialist
Kendal at Lexington
05.2018 - 11.2020
M. Ed - School Counseling
Liberty University
B.S. - Developmental Psychology
Liberty University
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