Grant Tanaka
Mililani,HI
Summary
Master of Social Work candidate (May 2024) with 5 years of work experience looking for an opportunity to counsel troubled youth. Open to full time position.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Juvenile Counselor
Home Maluhia
Honolulu, HI
10.2023 - Current
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
Practicum Student
Center on Disability Studies at UH Manoa
Honolulu, HI
09.2023 - Current
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Engaged in continuous professional development through attending workshops and conferences related to the field of mental health counseling.
- Participated in weekly supervision meetings, allowing for self-reflection and professional growth
- Developed client rapport through empathetic listening and effective communication, contributing to positive therapeutic outcomes.
Youth Leader
YMCA
Kalihi, HI
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Tutored Middle School students in all Math, English, Social Studies, and Science.
- Facilitated life skill groups, therapeutic groups, and study skills
- • Resolved physical and verbal altercations amongst students attacking each other
Practicum Student, Substance Abuse and Treatment Program
YMCA
Kalihi, HI
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Coordinated youth activities to enhance life quality and self-esteem.
Behavioral Technician
ABSKIDS
Salt Lake City, UT
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Ran ABA therapeutic trials throughout the day
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
- Supported clients in achieving their goals through consistent data collection and analysis.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
Residential Coach
Youth Care at Draper
Draper, UT
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained detailed documentation of residents'' progress towards their goals for regular review with supervisory staff.
- Fostered positive relationships with residents by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment by enforcing house rules, maintaining cleanliness standards, and addressing any issues promptly
- Resolved physical altercations amongst teenagers attempting to attack each other
Mental Health Associate
Copper Hills Youth Center
West Jordan, UT
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Maintained detailed documentation of residents'' progress towards their goals for regular review with supervisory staff.
- Fostered positive relationships with residents by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment by enforcing house rules, maintaining cleanliness standards, and addressing any issues promptly
- Resolved physical altercations amongst teenagers attempting to attack each other
Education
Masters in Social Work -
University of Hawaii at Manoa
05.2024
Bachelors in Social Work -
University of Hawaii At Manoa
05.2023
Associate of Science Psychology with Honors -
Salt Lake Community College
06.2020
Skills
- Substance abuse treatment
- Behavior Modeling
- Paperwork and reporting
- Life Skills Development
Certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certified
- Handle with Care Certified
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certified
Timeline
Juvenile Counselor
Home Maluhia
10.2023 - Current
Practicum Student
Center on Disability Studies at UH Manoa
09.2023 - Current
Youth Leader
YMCA
11.2021 - 10.2023
Practicum Student, Substance Abuse and Treatment Program
YMCA
11.2021 - 05.2023
Behavioral Technician
ABSKIDS
06.2020 - 08.2020
Residential Coach
Youth Care at Draper
02.2019 - 03.2020
Mental Health Associate
Copper Hills Youth Center
01.2018 - 02.2019
Masters in Social Work -
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Bachelors in Social Work -
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Associate of Science Psychology with Honors -
Salt Lake Community College
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