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JEROME TAVARES

Everett,MA

Summary

Solid experience in multiple facets of human services and community outreach work. Well-developed interpersonal communication skills to work effectively with individuals from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds. Strong networking and relationship building skills, detail oriented, excellent time management skills, highly motivated individual, eager to work with others. Solutions-oriented Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong work ethic and exhibiting positive attitude. Offering seven year background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for children, adolescents and adults suffering from mental and emotional health illnesses. Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Collaborative and team-oriented professional quickly establishes trust and rapport with patients. Certified in welle training.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Counselor

Boston Children’s Hospital
01.2022 - Current
  • Facilitate safe environment, guide kids to problem solve while facing challenging emotions and behaviors, meal prep, does 15-minute safety checks, uses de-escalating techniques, leads and contributes to therapy groups.

Move Facilitator

Boston and Beyond
07.2018 - Current
  • Facilitated safe successful moves in Boston and surrounding areas.

Therapeutic Rehabilitation Services Facilitator

Center for Community Independence
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Facilitated therapeutic rehabilitation services, with individuals who have experienced brain injury in the community
  • Assisted with daily ADL’S, meeting goals, and reaclimating into the community.

Case Manager

Dare
06.2017 - 09.2018
  • Supervision of intensive foster care parents
  • Developed and implemented youth’s treatment plan in conjunction with youth’s treatment team and providers.

Job Coach

Vinfen
04.2015 - 07.2017
  • Coached individuals who have psychiatric conditions, intellectual or developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges to support their career goals
  • Coached individuals individually and in group setting.

Patient Advocate/Case Manager

Pyramid Builders
01.2012 - 09.2015
  • Served at-risk population ages 12-65
  • Provided guided support and referrals to/of various community resources and agencies for clients, specifically job placement, educational support, and counseling.

Teacher’s Assistant

Boston’s Center for Youth and Families
06.2010 - 07.2012
  • Implemented daily recreational activities and tutoring for children
  • Facilitate youth improvement in the areas of personal responsibility, social skills, community living skills and behaviors.

Outreach Worker/Case Manager

Dudley Square Outreach Initiative
06.2006 - 10.2010
  • Provided counseling and housing services for homeless clients, ages ranging from 25-60
  • Organized drug and alcohol treatment plans.

Outreach Worker/Core Member/Site Director

City Year
07.2004 - 07.2005
  • Implemented and coordinated enrichment activities
  • Mentored and educated youth on cultural issues and the unique challenges of urban life in Boston.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Human Services - Concentration in Community Youth, Development, and Leadership

Springfield College
01.2015

Diploma, Electrical Program - undefined

Kaplan Career Institute
01.2010

Skills

  • Successful hypnotherapist
  • Skilled in intake interviewing
  • Intake Screening
  • Patient Advocacy

Additional Experience Volunteer

YMCA, Boston, MA, Counselor, 06/2020, 09/2020, Supervise daily activities of youths, provide ongoing support, guidance, and role modeling., Assist program directors, support staff, and peers as needed.

References

References Upon Request

Timeline

Mental Health Counselor

Boston Children’s Hospital
01.2022 - Current

Therapeutic Rehabilitation Services Facilitator

Center for Community Independence
01.2020 - 01.2022

Move Facilitator

Boston and Beyond
07.2018 - Current

Case Manager

Dare
06.2017 - 09.2018

Job Coach

Vinfen
04.2015 - 07.2017

Patient Advocate/Case Manager

Pyramid Builders
01.2012 - 09.2015

Teacher’s Assistant

Boston’s Center for Youth and Families
06.2010 - 07.2012

Outreach Worker/Case Manager

Dudley Square Outreach Initiative
06.2006 - 10.2010

Outreach Worker/Core Member/Site Director

City Year
07.2004 - 07.2005

Bachelor of Science in Human Services - Concentration in Community Youth, Development, and Leadership

Springfield College

Diploma, Electrical Program - undefined

Kaplan Career Institute
JEROME TAVARES