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Erin Wright

Destrehan,LA

Summary

Observant professional with excellent interpersonal and communication skills that provides quality psychological services to children and adolescents. Skilled in identifying, assessing and diagnosing mental health and emotional issues. Develops and implements treatment plans and provides therapy on an individual or group basis while utilizing CBT or DBT modalities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

School-Based Mental Health Professional

Jefferson Parish Public Schools
03.2021 - Current
  • Assists the Director of Family and Social Services by providing direct services to local schools, such as therapeutic interventions with students, consultation concerning intervention strategies, referral and follow‐up, assessment and in‐service trainings
  • Provides psychosocial assessment to identify children's needs
  • Provides computer generated assessment reports within required timelines
  • Provides crisis intervention services by identifying and assessing student/family needs and initiating an appropriate action plan
  • Participates in Crisis Team interventions at other schools
  • Provides related social work services in compliance with student’s IEP
  • Provides information and referral services for child and family to community resources while working and collaborating with the child and family to ensure resources are utilized
  • Establishes and maintains contact with school personnel for the purpose of discussing and implementing techniques of working with children and their families including consultation with school staff regarding mental health issues and classroom observations to determine appropriate services
  • Maintains case records, reports, and all necessary forms to provide for continuity of service and program accountability, including work time reporting
  • Conducts functional behavioral assessments and behavior plans as needed
  • Conducts individual and group therapy within a diverse school population
  • Utilizes CBT and DBT therapy techniques with students based on evidences-based practices.

Mental Health Professional

Community Care Solutions, LLC
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Completed client evaluations and provided psychoeducation on diagnoses
  • Conducted individual and family psychotherapy within a diverse population; utilized CBT and DBT therapy techniques for clients diagnosed with anxiety, depression, schizoaffective disorder, multiple personalities, Bipolar 1 and 2 disorder, manic episodes, and/or required alcohol treatment
  • Coordinated case management for clients to access local and government benefits
  • Met with treatment team on weekly basis to discuss clients regarding therapy and medication management
  • Maintained a caseload of 16 clients with 12 out of 16 gaining improvement within 8 weeks.
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.

INTERN/CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

TULANE 4TH TRIMESTER
06.2020 - 11.2020
  • Completed bio-psychosocial assessments, evaluations, and provided patient education for 8 clients
  • Conducted individual psychotherapy for women in their second, third, and fourth trimester of pregnancy within a diverse population
  • Utilized CBT and DBT therapy techniques
  • Coordinated case management for clients to access crisis information and government benefits
  • Met with treatment team on a weekly basis to discuss clients regarding therapy and medication management.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.

INTERN/CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Completed bio-psychosocial assessments, evaluations, and provided patient education for 10 clients
  • Conducted individual and group psychotherapy
  • Utilized CBT and DBT therapy techniques
  • Coordinated case management to access government benefits and housing

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

PHOEBE HEARST ELEMENTARY
11.2015 - 01.2018
  • Supervised and evaluated lessons across curriculum in ELA, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies for teachers in Pre-Kindergarten – 5th grade
  • Advised parents and legal guardians regarding their child’s achievement or behavior
  • Worked cooperatively with leaders and teachers to develop methods for academic and behavioral improvement in the school and classrooms
  • Maintained accurate student records as required by Louisiana law and district policies
  • Evaluated student standardized test scores to determine areas of strength and weaknesses
  • Worked with teachers to develop interventions for those students that performed below grade level
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.

Title I Reading Interventionist

BRIDGEDALE ELEMENTARY
06.2011 - 11.2015
  • Provided reading interventions using statistical student data and research-based strategies to 80 students per year in K – 4th grade to increase reading fluency and comprehension
  • Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
  • Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
  • Collected and analyzed student data for academic achievement and future intervention placement
  • Developed and implemented yearly School Improvement Plan and budget in accordance with federal Title I policy and procedures.

TEACHER

C.T. JANET ELEMENTARY
09.2010 - 06.2011
  • Developed lesson plans based on grade level expectations and IB for ELA, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies
  • Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ instructional needs for differentiated instruction that included direct instruction, whole class discussion, and small group instruction
  • Evaluated student progress via standardized tests, summative, and formative assignments
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.

Education

Master of Arts -

TULANE UNIVERSITY
New Orleans, LA
12.2020

Education Administration PK - 12 -

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS
New Orleans, LA
05.2015

Master of Arts - RELIGIOUS STUDIES

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY
New Orleans, LA
05.2007

Bachelor of Arts -

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY
New Orleans, LA
08.2001

Skills

  • Anxiety Reduction Techniques
  • Stress Management Strategies
  • Depression Management
  • Case Documentation
  • Child and Adolescent Therapy
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Biopsychosocial Assessments

Timeline

Mental Health Professional

Community Care Solutions, LLC
04.2021 - 10.2021

School-Based Mental Health Professional

Jefferson Parish Public Schools
03.2021 - Current

INTERN/CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

TULANE 4TH TRIMESTER
06.2020 - 11.2020

INTERN/CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE
01.2020 - 04.2020

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

PHOEBE HEARST ELEMENTARY
11.2015 - 01.2018

Title I Reading Interventionist

BRIDGEDALE ELEMENTARY
06.2011 - 11.2015

TEACHER

C.T. JANET ELEMENTARY
09.2010 - 06.2011

Master of Arts -

TULANE UNIVERSITY

Education Administration PK - 12 -

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS

Master of Arts - RELIGIOUS STUDIES

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts -

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY

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