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Helen McPherson

Carrollton,TX

Summary

Passionate Job Coach, Empowering People with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities to cultivate their skills and pursue their passion.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Job Skills Trainer/Job Coach-UNT Certified

Fireside Unlimited
Plano, TX
11.2021 - Current
  • Deliver in-depth training to workers ages 19-22 in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Work closely with employees and Managers to identify areas for improvement or training needs.
  • Counsel clients one-on-one regarding current situation, desires, aptitudes, eduction, and employment history.

Placement Coordinator

Therapeutic Family Life Foster Agency
Houston, TX
2008 - 2013
  • Maintained monthly average placement of 20 foster children.
  • Collaborated with Juvenile Probation Department and CPS to address individual client needs.
  • Screened Intakes, Psychological Evaluations and medical needs of every child to ensure proper placement.

Mental Health Technician

Devereux Texas Treatment Network
League City, Texas
05.2007 - 02.2008
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation

Child Development Specialist

Freelance
Houston , TX
02.2006 - 2010
  • Provided community resources and assisted with meltdowns.
  • Helped family improve childs dietary habits.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling

Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX
2009

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
2005

Skills

  • Case Management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Teamwork
  • Autism
  • Mental Health
  • Job Skills Trainer
  • Excellent Customer Service
  • Skill Building
  • Individual and family support
  • Transition Planning
  • Vocational Guidance
  • Public Relations
  • Build Work Skills

Timeline

Job Skills Trainer/Job Coach-UNT Certified

Fireside Unlimited
11.2021 - Current

Mental Health Technician

Devereux Texas Treatment Network
05.2007 - 02.2008

Child Development Specialist

Freelance
02.2006 - 2010

Placement Coordinator

Therapeutic Family Life Foster Agency
2008 - 2013

Master of Arts - Counseling

Prairie View A & M University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Stephen F. Austin State University

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