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Josefina Barron

Dallas

Summary

Attentive counselor applying competency in broad subject-matter counseling therapies, including trauma, grief and domestic violence. Knowledgeable in youth and adolescent development, including social, behavioral, emotional and cognitive strategies. Focused on facilitating the exploration of issues and developing individualized plans and communication skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor

Cesar Chavez Elementary
08.2018 - Current
  • Lead parent workshops on positive discipline, conscious discipline, and bullying to name a few.
  • Small Groups K-5th grade for attendance, study skills, assertiveness, and more.
  • Participated in parent/teacher conferences, attend professional conferences and initiate community based referrals.
  • Conduct individual problem based counseling and provide consultation services
  • Implemented guidance curriculum according to ASCA model to support student academic, career and social growth K-5th grade.
  • Use cognitive behavior therapy to assist youth in recognizing and managing explosive behaviors.
  • Section 504 Chairperson
  • MTSS and SST member
  • Girls on the Run Head Coach

Summer School Counselor

Bryan Adams High School
06.2018 - 07.2018
  • Individualized schedules for students in need of recovering credit for courses failed in grades 9-12.
  • Individual and group sessions for study skills, time management, and personal/academic goals.
  • Collaborated with other counselors, family members, and administrators for summer graduation requirements.

School Counselor

Skyline High School
07.2017 - 06.2018
  • Career and College individual planning with caseload of 475 students in grades 9-12.
  • Conducted individual and group sessions for students in 9-11th grade newcomers from different countries.
  • Involved the client's family members in planning social service programs.
  • Collaborate with other counselors, supervisor, and community agencies to analyze individual cases, coordinate services
  • Participated and was an active member of the Guidance Advisory committee.
  • Active member of the attendance initiative to recover credits called the Principal's plan.

Education

Master of Education - School Counseling

University of North Texas At Dallas
Dallas, TX
05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of North Texas
Denton, TX
05.2012

Skills

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • Suicide and Risk Violence Assessments
  • Anxiety and Stress Management
  • Superior Communication Skills
  • Learning disability awareness
  • Mental health support
  • Skilled in intake interviewing
  • Intervention planning
  • Adept at conflict resolution

Certifications and Licenses

  • National Certified Counselor (NCC)
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Timeline

School Counselor

Cesar Chavez Elementary
08.2018 - Current

Summer School Counselor

Bryan Adams High School
06.2018 - 07.2018

School Counselor

Skyline High School
07.2017 - 06.2018

Master of Education - School Counseling

University of North Texas At Dallas

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of North Texas

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