Isata Sheriff
Bronx,USA
Summary
Experienced School Psychologist Intern with a strong background in family therapy, skilled in psychoeducational assessments such as The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement, and Wechsler Individual Achievement Test. Proficient in providing counseling and collaborating with educators and families to support student success. Specializes in addressing academic, social, and emotional needs, with a focus on strengthening family dynamics and resolving conflicts using evidence-based techniques. Committed to promoting student well-being and fostering a positive, inclusive school environment through ongoing professional development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Provider (SP)
JEWISH CHILDCARE ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK
06.2020 - Current
- Monitored the youth's progress in achieving goals detailed in the treatment plan, collaborating with other care providers and community support to help youths meet their needs
- Provided services as prescribed on the treatment/service plan
- Maintained assigned schedule
- Provided services to youth and family, including Caregiver/Family Advocacy and Support Services, Planned Respite, Prevocational Provider, Psychosocial Rehabilitation Provider, Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment Provider, Community Habilitation Provider, and Prevocational Provider
- Provided services based on the family's needs and requirements set by the governing agencies
School Psychology Internship
Mount Vernon High School
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations to assess students' cognitive, academic, and socioemotional functioning
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students with diverse needs
- Provide counseling and crisis intervention services to students experiencing academic, behavioral, or emotional difficulties
- Assisted in conducting functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for students exhibiting challenging behaviors
- Conducted classroom observations to gather data on students' behavior and learning environment, collaborating with teachers to implement evidence-based strategies
- Participated in Student Support Team (SST) meetings to discuss students' academic and socio-emotional progress and recommend appropriate interventions and supports
- Coordinated with community agencies and mental health providers to facilitate referrals and access to external resources for students with intensive needs
- Provided crisis intervention services, including conducting risk assessments and developing safety plans for students in acute distress
Brief Strategic Family Therapist
Graham Windham
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of family dynamics, identifying strengths and areas for intervention
- Implement evidence-based brief strategic family therapy techniques to address relational conflicts, substance abuse issues, and behavioral problems
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each family
- Provide crisis intervention and support to families in acute distress, promoting stabilization and safety
- Facilitate psychoeducational workshops and support groups for parents and caregivers to enhance parenting skills and improve family communication
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress, treatment plans, and case management activities
School Psychology Practicum
P.S. 77& D75X469
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted in conducting psychoeducational assessments and interpreting assessment findings to inform educational planning
- Supported the implementation of evidence-based interventions to address students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs
- Participated in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and collaborated with teachers and parents to develop appropriate interventions and accommodations
- Co-facilitated social skills groups and provided individual counseling to students with diverse backgrounds and abilities
Functional Family Therapy (FFT) - Therapeutic Case Management (TCM)
Sauti Yetu Center for African Women
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Administer treatment consistent with FFT-TCM High Risk model to ensure fidelity and adherence to the model
- Researched and identified appropriate community-based services to support families, mental health programs, DV programs, pro-social activities for adolescents etc
- Provided informed therapy for diverse clients ages 3-21, including patients with a variety of family types (foster and biological), racial/ethnic identities, socio-economic backgrounds, trauma histories, and cognitive impairments
Assistant Program Director
African and American Friendship, INC
03.2016 - 06.2020
- Provided appropriate developmental care as well as instruction for youths' wellbeing
- Established an environment to sustain interest and promote positive interactions between children, youth, and adults
- Taught and help youth develop new verbal, communication, and social skills necessary for living a healthy lifestyle
- Maintained daily written and verbal feedback accounts with parents concerning their child's progress as well as scheduling and carrying out conference sessions
- Counsel patients psychologically in order to bring about positive attitudes, encourage good behavior, and ward off any signs of depression
- Provided individual, and group therapy to clients aged 11-21 with a variety of presenting problems, but not limited to, anxiety disorders, developmental disorders, trauma-related disorders
Education
PSYD - Doctor of Psychology in Human And Organizational
Touro University California
Vallejo, CA06.2026
Master of Science in Education SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY -
Long Island University
05.2024
Master of Education - MAJOR PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDIES
Cambridge College
08.2018
Bachelor of Arts -
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York
06.2016
Skills
- Proficient in brief strategic family therapy techniques, including problem-solving therapy, reframing, and structural family therapy (Expert)
- Strong assessment and diagnostic skills, with the ability to formulate comprehensive treatment plans (Expert)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic alliances with clients and families (Expert)
- Proficient in administering and interpreting a variety of assessment tools, including intelligence tests, achievement tests, and behavioral inventories (Expert)
- Strong understanding of special education laws and regulations, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Expert)
- Quick Learner
- Problem-Solving
- Fast Learner
Personal Information
Title: School Psychologist
Certification
- Certified School Psychologist Provisional Certificate.
Timeline
School Psychology Internship
Mount Vernon High School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Brief Strategic Family Therapist
Graham Windham
01.2023 - 10.2023
School Psychology Practicum
P.S. 77& D75X469
10.2022 - 06.2023
Functional Family Therapy (FFT) - Therapeutic Case Management (TCM)
Sauti Yetu Center for African Women
01.2021 - 11.2022
Service Provider (SP)
JEWISH CHILDCARE ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK
06.2020 - Current
Assistant Program Director
African and American Friendship, INC
03.2016 - 06.2020
PSYD - Doctor of Psychology in Human And Organizational
Touro University California
Master of Science in Education SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY -
Long Island University
Master of Education - MAJOR PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDIES
Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts -
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York
- Certified School Psychologist Provisional Certificate.
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