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Ednie Caraballo

Aguadilla,PR

Summary

Counselor and mental health advocate focused on enhancing student emotional and academic success. Expertise in counseling, student advocacy, and cultural competency. Proficient in creating comprehensive counseling programs and crisis intervention strategies while building strong relationships with students and parents. Strong communication, problem-solving, and adaptability skills ensure personalized support for each student.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Bilingual School Social Work Intern

Charleston School District
Charleston, South Carolina
12.2024 - 05.2025

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  • Delivered individual and group counseling for students facing emotional, behavioral, or academic challenges
  • Fostered positive relationships with clients, families, and community partners.
  • Collaborated with school staff to identify at-risk students and create appropriate interventions.
  • Provided crisis management services to address students' immediate needs.
  • Promoted a safe learning environment by responding proactively to bullying incidents or other disruptive behaviors.
  • Identified age and need-appropriate mental health services.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and updates.

Student

Walden University Online
04.2022 - 05.2025

Social Service School Liaison

Osceola School District
Kissimmee, Florida
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Provided information and assistance to families regarding school policies, procedures, curriculum, and programs.
  • Monitored student academic progress and provided support for struggling learners.
  • Served as an advocate for students by helping them access resources.
  • Collaborated with faculty members to develop strategies for addressing student needs.
  • Advised families on how they can support their children's learning at home.
  • Assisted in the development of Individual Education Plans.

Lead Mental Health Counselor

Seneca Family Of Agencies
Petaluma, CA
01.2018 - 04.2021
  • Responded to crisis situations to offer emergency counseling and intervention services.
  • Provided culturally competent services, working with persons with diverse backgrounds.
  • Helped clients build their coping mechanisms to better handle the daily challenges of life.
  • Advocated for clients to obtain new services and coordinated the necessary referrals.
  • Attended IEP meeting, family meetings, and case conferences.
  • Collaborated with families, officials, and medical professionals to maintain support networks and coordinated needed services.

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
05-2025

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
05-2009

Skills

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Case management
  • Counseling and coaching
  • Cultural competency
  • Team collaboration
  • Crisis intervention
  • Risk assessment
  • Progress monitoring
  • Solutions-focused approach
  • Treatment planning
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Behavioral intervention
  • Social and emotional support

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bilingual School Social Work Intern

Charleston School District
12.2024 - 05.2025

Student

Walden University Online
04.2022 - 05.2025

Social Service School Liaison

Osceola School District
08.2021 - 04.2022

Lead Mental Health Counselor

Seneca Family Of Agencies
01.2018 - 04.2021

Master of Science - Social Work

Walden University

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Central Florida