Jennifer Jarit
King Of Prussia,PA
Summary
Accomplished at building community, support and advocacy Adept in advocating in support of legislation and reforms by engaging communities through events, canvassing, meeting with stakeholders and outreach Dedicated and passionate human rights advocate with a strong commitment to serving disadvantaged people including youth and formerly incarcerated women Skilled in working with diverse populations through community work and volunteering Strong skills in one-on-one counseling, developing a strong rapport with individuals who have experienced trauma, helping individuals develop coping, interpersonal, and vocational skills
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Transfer, Academic, and Career Counselor
Kingsborough Community College
09.2003 - 04.2007
- Provided transfer counseling and facilitated a transfer planning curriculum for students, including workshops, online resources, and other events such as transfer fairs
- Provided counseling to students covering academic, social, career and related issues, making appropriate referrals as needs
- Assisted students individually and in group sessions with registration and continuous enrollment into college
- Conducted proactive advisement for students on course enrollment, career choices, academic standing and transfer policies
Guidance Counselor Intern
Professional Performing Arts School
09.2002 - 06.2003
- Assisted Guidance Counselor with college advising and scholarships and helped process college applications
- Facilitated anger management group for ninth grade students that focused on engaging ways for students to learn about anger, to understand their emotions, to learn communication, stress management, and anger management skills
- Provided individual counseling for sixth through twelfth grade students to help process and tackle issues such as eating disorders, bullying and difficulty with social and familial relationships
Vocational Counselor
The Epilepsy Institute
04.2002 - 08.2002
- Aided individuals with epilepsy develop strategies for succeeding in the workforce
- Helped persons with epilepsy overcome obstacles caused by seizures and helped create a greater understanding of the impact of their seizures
- Co-led educational outings for group members each Friday including taking members to outdoor exhibits and museums which helped them strengthen their relational and cognitive skills
Education
Master of Science in Education - Counseling and Personnel Services
Fordham University
05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Wisconsin
05.1998
Skills
- Assessment interpretation
- Problem-solving skills
- Community collaboration
- Organizational growth
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Transfer, Academic, and Career Counselor
Kingsborough Community College
09.2003 - 04.2007
Guidance Counselor Intern
Professional Performing Arts School
09.2002 - 06.2003
Vocational Counselor
The Epilepsy Institute
04.2002 - 08.2002
Master of Science in Education - Counseling and Personnel Services
Fordham University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Wisconsin
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