Jesus (Jesse) Torres
Rochester,MN
Summary
I am a driven professional with a strong background in special education and crisis intervention, notably at Rochester Public Schools. I also have mental health experience at the Southeast Regional Crisis Center. I am also competent in employing de-escalation techniques and fostering inclusive environments. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and building rapport, demonstrating resilience and flexibility.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ASD Education Support Professional
Rochester Public Schools
2018.12 - Current
- Support students with de-escalation techniques and use restrictive procedures as needed
- Follow student Individualized Education Plan, Behavior Intervention Plans and Emergency Healthcare Plans.
- Promoted an inclusive learning environment by identifying barriers to participation and working collaboratively to address them.
- Provided consistent feedback to teachers regarding student progress, enabling targeted instruction adjustments when necessary.
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans.
Direct Support Professional
South East Regional Crisis Center
2021.07 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Conducted Columbia Suicide Severity Test
- Facilitated skills group for adult and youth clients.
Monitor-intern
Family Access Center
2023.01 - 2023.05
- Provide supervised parenting times, monitored parenting times and supervised exchanges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Winona State University
Winona, MN05.2025
Associate of Science - Social Work Transfer Pathway
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN05.2022
Skills
- CPI trained
- TCI Trained
- Building Rapport
- Columbia Trained
- Team Player
- Collaborating
- Special Education
- Resilient
- Flexible
Timeline
Monitor-intern
Family Access Center
2023.01 - 2023.05
Direct Support Professional
South East Regional Crisis Center
2021.07 - Current
ASD Education Support Professional
Rochester Public Schools
2018.12 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Winona State University
Associate of Science - Social Work Transfer Pathway
Rochester Community And Technical College
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