Jazmine Morales
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Passionate counselor dedicated to improving lives of individuals struggling with speech impartment, addiction, behavioral disorders and working along side SLPs, and other professionals. Attentively implement treatment plans addressing unique patient needs and helps attain long-term behavioral challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Sacramento School District
Sacramento
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans for students with speech and language disorders.
- Collaborated with speech-language pathologists to evaluate student progress and adapt interventions.
- Supported classroom teachers by integrating speech and language strategies into daily instruction.
- Conducted small group therapy sessions targeting articulation, fluency, and language skills.
Behavior Health Technician
Maxium Healthcare Services
Sacramento, CA
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Implemented behavior intervention plans to support clients in skill development.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions to reinforce positive behaviors and social skills.
- Collaborated with team members to tailor strategies for individual client needs.
- Assisted in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
Private Caregiver
Independant
Sacramento, CA
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Provided compassionate support to clients with daily living activities, enhancing their quality of life.
- Assisted clients with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes in condition to family members and healthcare providers promptly.
- Advocated for client needs by effectively communicating concerns to families and medical personnel, ensuring comprehensive support.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
Residential Counselor
Paradise Oaks Youth Services
Antelope, CA
01.2019 - 10.2019
- Supported youth in daily activities, fostering personal development and social skills.
- Implemented individualized care plans to address specific needs of residents.
- Monitored behavioral progress, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices for resident care.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
Substance Abuse Therapist
Espernza Y Fe
Folsom, CA
04.2016 - 01.2018
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions to support recovery and promote coping strategies.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and progress evaluations.
- Reduced relapse rates by providing comprehensive aftercare support and resources for clients transitioning to independent living.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and professional ethical standards.
- Coordinated with external agencies such as probation officers or social workers to ensure continuity of care for clients involved in legal or social service systems.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Rancho Cordova, CA
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Assisted lead teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
- Facilitated small group learning sessions to promote cognitive and social development.
- Supported classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime activities, ensuring student safety at all times.
- Organized engaging circle time sessions that included songs, movement activities, collaborative games for strengthening social skills.
Residential Counselor
Bayfront Youth And Family Services
Long Beach, CA
06.2015 - 03.2016
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting communication and collaboration among participants.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment strategies for residents.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Organized weekly house meetings that facilitated open communication between staff members and encouraged constructive feedback from all parties involved.
- Optimized medication management protocols, ensuring accurate administration and monitoring side effects.
- Facilitated smooth transition of new students into residential program.
- Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Keiser University - Latin American Campus
San Marcos, Nicaragua12-2017
Skills
- Collaboration with SLP
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Phonological awareness
- Fluent with
- Critical Thinking
- CPR certified
- Pro-ACT certified
- Data collection
- Social skills development
- Behavioral management
- Patient care
- Emotional support
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Sacramento School District
06.2024 - 07.2025
Behavior Health Technician
Maxium Healthcare Services
10.2023 - 01.2025
Private Caregiver
Independant
11.2019 - 04.2021
Residential Counselor
Paradise Oaks Youth Services
01.2019 - 10.2019
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
02.2017 - 07.2017
Substance Abuse Therapist
Espernza Y Fe
04.2016 - 01.2018
Residential Counselor
Bayfront Youth And Family Services
06.2015 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Keiser University - Latin American Campus