Eileen Walton, MA LPC
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
Innerlight Counseling Center
05.2006 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Conducted evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
Supervisor of Government Programs
Irvington Public Schools
07.2014 - 08.2020
- Supported development of and provided reviews for scopes of work, performing estimates, project risk identification and project schedules.
- Oversaw project delivery processes to align with client expectations.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Supervisor Guidance and Counseling Services
Irvington Public Schools
12.2003 - 06.2014
- Provided activity reports, file review and employee oversight for counseling program activities.
- Planned and assigned caseloads based on employee strengths, encouraging healthy workplace conditions through fair workload distribution.
- Completed periodic statistical reports based on comprehensive patient data, submitting to headquarters for further analysis.
- Developed and maintained relationships with parents and community agencies, supporting targeted and holistic counseling services through interdisciplinary partnerships.
- Completed staff performance evaluations, recommending improvements and recognizing success through reward systems and feedback.
- Developed and updated clinical policies, procedures, treatment manuals and training curriculum.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
Special Education Counselor
Irvington Public Schools
02.2000 - 12.2003
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Coordinated with outside state agencies to acquire services for special needs children.
- Interpreted and analyzed academic data to maintain student development and retention.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Collaborated with families to provide resources for children outside of school district.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
Elementary Education Teacher
Irvington Public Schools
01.1984 - 02.2000
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Education
NJ School Administration And Supervision - Supervisor
Kean University
Union, NJ06.2003
LPC Post Graduate Licensing Program - Counseling
Kean University
Union, NJ12.1999
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Seton Hall University
South Orange05.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Psychology
Kean University
Union, NJ12.1983
High School Diploma -
Union High School
Union, NJ06.1979
Skills
- Crisis Response
- Superior Communication Skills
- Family Therapy
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Expertise
- Professional Relationships
Timeline
Supervisor of Government Programs
Irvington Public Schools
07.2014 - 08.2020
Licensed Professional Counselor
Innerlight Counseling Center
05.2006 - Current
Supervisor Guidance and Counseling Services
Irvington Public Schools
12.2003 - 06.2014
Special Education Counselor
Irvington Public Schools
02.2000 - 12.2003
Elementary Education Teacher
Irvington Public Schools
01.1984 - 02.2000
NJ School Administration And Supervision - Supervisor
Kean University
LPC Post Graduate Licensing Program - Counseling
Kean University
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Seton Hall University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Psychology
Kean University
High School Diploma -
Union High School
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