Dominique Collins
Weston,FL
Summary
Middle School Counselor Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Highly-qualified Guidance Counselor excels in program, policy and procedure evaluations and improvements through highly-effective data-driven decision-making. Proven track record in outstanding matriculation rates year over year, through individualized career planning and academic exploration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
The Secondary Guidance Counselor
Westminster Academy
06.2017 - 03.2020
- The Secondary Guidance Counselor shall meet with teachers to present and explain the results of various testing programs
- Assist teachers in effective utilization of test results counsel students on personal, academic and vocational problems and notify parents as deemed necessary
- Establish small group counseling sessions
- Provide materials and suggestions for classroom-oriented guidance activities
- Identify community and school system resources, and when advisable, refer student situations to the proper agencies
- Arrange student, parent and teacher conferences
- Keep records of conferences and send reports, within the limits of confidentiality, to the principal
- Provide educational counseling to students prior to the scheduling of classes
- Gather information from all faculty members having contact a student being considered for referral
- Assemble and maintain up-to-date information concerning educational and occupational possibilities
- Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibility
- Ensure adherence to good safety procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal
- Follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies.
- Facilitated classroom guidance lessons on topics such as self-esteem, peer pressure, bullying prevention, decision making, stress management, study skills.
- Participated in administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or managing intake paperwork.
- Compiled and studied educational and economic information to assist individuals in determining vocational and educational objectives.
- Established contacts with employers to create internship and employment opportunities for students.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
School Counselor
Broward County Schools
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Deliver individual and group guidance curriculum supporting student development
- Assist students in course placement and course scheduling
- Prepare and review transcripts and other academic documentation for new and returning students
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff to develop a for (4) year plan for inclusion in the Individual Learning Plan (ILP).
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social and emotional issues.
- Organized workshops and seminars for parents on topics such as bullying, anxiety, stress management and college readiness.
- Conducted assessments of students' cognitive abilities, interests, personality traits and career aspirations.
- Coordinated crisis interventions for students facing difficult life situations.
- Developed individualized learning plans for students with special educational needs.
- Created referral networks with outside mental health professionals for additional support services when needed.
- Advised students on course selection decisions based on their goals and strengths.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student interactions including assessments, referrals, progress notes and treatment plans.
Therapist
Henderson Health & Rehabilitation Center
02.2013 - 07.2014
- Treated adolescents who have mental or emotional problems, disabilities and substance abuse issues
- Duties also included supervising, disciplining and interacting with youths at correctional facilities or group homes.
- Provided psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or diagnoses.
- Communicated with school personnel, probation officers, psychiatrists, and other professionals regarding client progress.
- Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
- Maintained accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Developed individualized therapeutic interventions based on diagnosis and best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
- Utilized a variety of techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices during sessions.
- Identified environmental factors that may be contributing to client's symptoms and collaborated with them to create an action plan for change.
- Engaged in outreach activities within the community to increase awareness about available resources for mental health support.
- Adhered to ethical standards outlined by professional organizations such as APA or ACA.
- Documented all interactions with clients according to agency policy and procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided crisis support.
- Collected information necessary for psychological diagnosis by interviewing, observing and surveying patients.
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Primary responsibilities include assisting with functional assessments and analyses, co-authoring behavioral treatment plans, carrying out competency-based parent/staff training on skill acquisition programs, analyzing data, monitoring implementation of treatment plans, and recommending adjustments to treatment plans
- Teaching language and academic skills to children with autism using the methods of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- We provide extensive training and supervision to ensure competence.
Job Coach
05.2009 - 12.2009
12.2007 - 05.2008
- Provide services to the community in the form of emotional support
- Offer intervention services in the form of crisis intervention and suicide prevention.
Behavioral Specialist Consultant /BSC
04.2012
- The role of the Behavioral Specialist Consultant /BSC is to provide ongoing behavioral support to improve the overall growth and development of clients
- Services are provided in school and require the ability to promote a provider-family collaborative approach
- Under general supervision, provides crisis intervention services such as assessment, counseling, referral and follow up
- Maintains appropriate records and conducts orientation sessions for community referral resources
- Under the direction of a RN provides supportive and restorative patient care
- Documents objective behavioral terms in medical records
- Helping families transition through difficult times.
Middle School Counselor
Westminster Academy
School Counselor Intern
Coconut Palm Elementary School
Youth Therapist
Henderson Behavioral Health
Behavioral Therapist
Behavior Analysis Inc/Florida
Davie, FL
Case Manager /Crisis Counselor
Behavior Specialist
Miami Children's, Autism Center
Marino Summer Workshop
Crisis Counselor / Case Manager
Safe Journey House
Hyattsville, MD
Mental Health Assistant
Princess Margret Hospital
Nassau, US
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
Volunteer Builder
University of South Florida
Davie, FL
- Served as resource coordinators, so they must be familiar with local social services
- Develop Case Plans
- Provide referrals to community resources
- Facilitated/assisted with therapeutic group sessions.
Education
Specialist of Education - Counseling
Barry University
Miami, FL12.2017
Master of Science - Counseling And Student Services
Capella University
08-2011
Bachelor of Science -
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12.2010
Skills
- Research literacy including: ERIC, PubMed, and PyscINFO ,etc
- MS Word, Outlook, Power Point, and WordPerfect ,etc
- Behavioral Health Assessment
- Relationship Issues Management
- Mental Health Support
- Creative Thinking
- Clinical Documentation
- Document Coordination
- Interventions Understanding
- Treatment Recommendations
- Learning Strategies
- Individual Counseling
- Behavioral Assessment
- Referral Coordination
- Special Education
- Academic Advising
- Mental Health Assessments
- Listening Actively
- Student Records Management
- Confidential Services
- Cultural Competency
- Policy and Procedure Improvements
- Conflict Resolution
- Therapy and Counseling
- Conflict Mediation
- Career Advising
- Crisis Intervention Strategies
- School Health Surveys
- Rational Problem Solving
- Special Education Support
Languages
- Strong proficiency in American Sign Language
- Conversational
References
- Nicola Homy, World Of Knowledge, School Counselor, (954) 588-3895, nocola123@yahoo.com
- Lorenzo Whitehead, Henderson Health, Counselor, (954) 478-5346, lorenzolwhitehead@gmail.com
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
The Secondary Guidance Counselor
Westminster Academy
06.2017 - 03.2020
School Counselor
Broward County Schools
01.2016 - 05.2016
Therapist
Henderson Health & Rehabilitation Center
02.2013 - 07.2014
Behavioral Specialist Consultant /BSC
04.2012
01.2012 - 08.2012
Job Coach
05.2009 - 12.2009
12.2007 - 05.2008
Middle School Counselor
Westminster Academy
School Counselor Intern
Coconut Palm Elementary School
Youth Therapist
Henderson Behavioral Health
Behavioral Therapist
Behavior Analysis Inc/Florida
Case Manager /Crisis Counselor
Behavior Specialist
Miami Children's, Autism Center
Crisis Counselor / Case Manager
Safe Journey House
Mental Health Assistant
Princess Margret Hospital
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of South Florida
Volunteer Builder
University of South Florida
Specialist of Education - Counseling
Barry University
Master of Science - Counseling And Student Services
Capella University
Bachelor of Science -
University of South Florida