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Erica Jasper

DOUGLASVILLE,GA

Summary

Experienced professional and educator ready to excel in the role of an Online Adjunct Instructor. Proven ability to create dynamic and impactful online learning environments, prioritizing effective communication and innovative teaching techniques. Committed to fostering collaboration within teams and achieving tangible outcomes, while remaining adaptable to evolving requirements. Strong background in curriculum development, student assessment, and utilizing technology to drive educational success.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychotherapist (LPC)- Owner

Jasper Family Counseling
02.2022 - Current
  • Provide eclectic therapeutic strategies and interventions ie., person centered interventions, motivational interviewing, goal setting, CBT and DBT modalities
  • Use advanced multimodal digital health platform that includes text-based messaging, telephone and video capabilities to monitor and track treatment responses for changes
  • Closely coordinate care with the member's healthcare team including primary care providers, Mindstrong Health psychiatrists, and other mental health providers
  • Develop, implement and update care plans that include bio psycho social factors, crisis-prevention, and medical behavioral integration for physical health needs
  • Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
  • Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals in coordinating care for clients with co-occurring mental health and physical health concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.

Psychotherapist

Northrop Connection Counseling
03.2022 - 01.2024
  • Assess clients' mental condition based on review of client information, interviews, observation, tests, and collaboration with other staff members
  • Serve as a client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations
  • Develop and implement treatment plans based on DA, clinical experience and knowledge
  • Conduct initial family assessments and refer patients, clients, or family members to community resources or to specialists as necessary
  • Established safe and supportive environments for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
  • Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.

Psychotherapist

Cerebral Counseling (Telehealth)
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Establishes positive, trusting rapport with patients
  • Diagnoses and treats mental health disorders
  • Creates individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances
  • Meets with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment plans as necessary
  • Conducts ongoing assessments of patient progress
  • Involves and advises family members when appropriate
  • Refers patients to outside specialists or agencies when necessary
  • Maintains thorough records of patient meetings and progress
  • Follows all safety protocols and maintains client confidentiality
  • Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals in coordinating care for clients with co-occurring mental health and physical health concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.

School Counselor/Educator

Catapult Learning
07.2017 - 01.2022
  • Company Overview: (Alternative School Behavioral Program)
  • Assess and evaluate student’s needs during intake and enrollment to determine treatment plans
  • Design, develop and implement individually placed programs to help students in countering their behavioral problems
  • Facilitate Individual, small group, and classroom guidance counseling, assisting children in acquire their desired academic goals
  • Track, assess and evaluate students progress to determine changes in behavior over time and provide them
  • Facilitate remote and hybrid learning environments, employing video conferencing and cloud-based collaboration tools to ensure continuity of education with emotional support during distressing periods
  • Taught 6-12 grade Social Emotional course as part of the student educational curriculum
  • (Alternative School Behavioral Program)
  • Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.

Long Term Substitute Teacher

Douglas County School Systems
08.2014 - 12.2017
  • Facilitate Individual, small group, and classroom guidance counseling, assisting children in acquire their desired academic goals
  • Track, assess and evaluate students progress to determine changes in behavior over time and provide them with emotional support during distressing periods
  • Taught 6-12 grade Social Emotional course as part of the student educational curriculum
  • Collaborate with full-time teachers and educational technology specialists to seamlessly integrate digital tools and virtual reality experiences into lesson plans
  • Facilitate remote and hybrid learning environments, employing video conferencing and cloud-based collaboration tools to ensure continuity of education
  • Analyze student performance data using advanced analytics software to identify learning gaps and tailor instructional strategies
  • Mentor and coach students in developing 21st-century skills, including digital literacy, critical thinking, and cross-cultural communication
  • Participate in ongoing professional development programs focused on emerging educational technologies and pedagogical innovations

Education

Master of Behavioral Science - School Counseling

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
06.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing and Advertising

DePaul University
Chicago, IL
06.2002

Skills

  • Assessments
  • Evidence based Assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Communication
  • Social Program Support Facilitator/Educator
  • Teaching and evaluation
  • Evaluating student performance
  • Technology skills (online learning)

Certification

  • License Professional Counselor, LPC013239, 02/22
  • Telemental Health Ethic Certification, 20
  • National Certified Counselor, 18
  • Georgia Professional Standard Commission, 15
  • American School Counselor Association, 15

Timeline

Psychotherapist

Cerebral Counseling (Telehealth)
04.2022 - 01.2023

Psychotherapist

Northrop Connection Counseling
03.2022 - 01.2024

Psychotherapist (LPC)- Owner

Jasper Family Counseling
02.2022 - Current

School Counselor/Educator

Catapult Learning
07.2017 - 01.2022

Long Term Substitute Teacher

Douglas County School Systems
08.2014 - 12.2017
  • License Professional Counselor, LPC013239, 02/22
  • Telemental Health Ethic Certification, 20
  • National Certified Counselor, 18
  • Georgia Professional Standard Commission, 15
  • American School Counselor Association, 15

Master of Behavioral Science - School Counseling

Capella University

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing and Advertising

DePaul University
Erica Jasper