Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Erica Blackwater

Casa Grande

Summary

Experience with advising and building rapport with clients enhancing their growth. Seeking to broaden knowledge with Herbal Studies to further support community members treatment retention rates with the incorporation of traditional medicines.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Advisor

Gila River Indian Community
Sacaton, AZ
11.2024 - Current
  • Process scholarship applications using software systems as well as by reviewing applications collaboratively with colleagues.
  • Coordinate efforts with 80+ Financial Aid Offices for Out-of-State Traditional Colleges/Universities to ensure students are properly funded for the term.
  • Advocate for student needs within policies, ensuring students remain in good standing with the Program regarding situations that have affected their education.

Behavioral Health Intern

Gila River Employment & Training
Sacaton, AZ
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Identified potential barriers to successful treatment outcomes and developed strategies for overcoming these challenges in collaboration with clients and team members.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.

School Counseling Intern

Gila River Employment & Training
Sacaton, AZ
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Maintained confidentiality and adhered to ethical standards throughout all interactions with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
  • Shadowed sessions to continuously enhance professional knowledge and counseling skills.
  • Created a safe and supportive environment for students to openly discuss their concerns, fostering trust and rapport.

Peer Academic Coach

Tutoring And Academic Engagement Center
Eugene, OR
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Developed strong rapport with students by maintaining open lines of communication and offering ongoing support throughout their academic journey.
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
  • Enhanced student performance through personalized coaching sessions tailored to individual needs.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR
06-2023

Skills

  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Faculty Relations
  • Advising and Coaching
  • Building Rapport and Trust
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Group Facilitation

Certification

  • Title 7 Children's Code Mandatory Reporting Training - January 2026
  • CPR & First Aid Training - March 2026

Timeline

Student Advisor

Gila River Indian Community
11.2024 - Current

Behavioral Health Intern

Gila River Employment & Training
04.2024 - 10.2024

School Counseling Intern

Gila River Employment & Training
11.2023 - 02.2024

Peer Academic Coach

Tutoring And Academic Engagement Center
08.2021 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Oregon

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Grand Canyon University