JOSELLE SOLA
Queens,NY
Summary
Determined School Counselor with a passion in assisting students to achieve academic goals and well-being. Accomplishes objectives of the counseling program by providing preventative education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Sewanhaka Central High School District
09.2018 - Current
- Created grade level Google classroom to provide students with academic information, virtual club information, school updates and connect with School Counselor
- Co facilitated virtual fun day Fridays groups to serve as safe spaces for students to play games with peers and share their feelings
- Created virtual learning pods to assist students with their college application process
- Use therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with students and families
- Facilitated staff Wednesday Wonder Women's breakfast in celebration of Women's History Month
- Assist students with resources and post graduation plans
- Meet with students and families to review their academic performance by reviewing report cards, progress reports and attendance
- Assess student issues pertaining to depression, anxiety, physical and sexual abuse
- Collaborates with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans/Programs (IEPs)Conducted Junior Conferences with students and parents discussing academic performance, graduation requirements and college planning process
- Foster meaningful relationships among students through attending and participating in community events hosted in school
- Conduct family workshops and expressed importance of involvement in school clubs, activities, school community, and organizations
- Partner with school administrators, teachers and parents to provide students with appropriate adequate counseling support in school
- Assess potential risk and danger to children and determined appropriate level of response and intervention
- Develop goal-oriented psycho educational and activity groups to improve students level of functioning
- Connect students with community service and resource agencies
- Facilitated event in celebration of National Coming out Day
- Facilitated event for International Transgender Visibility Day
- Assisted in facilitation of College Application week
Per Diem Residential Treatment Counselor
Outreach
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing individualized treatment plans.
- Enhanced therapeutic relationships through active listening and empathetic communication with clients.
- Provided effective crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
- Conducted thorough assessments of client needs, ensuring appropriate interventions were implemented to address underlying issues.
- Supported family involvement in treatment process by conducting regular meetings, addressing concerns, and providing resources for continued support at home.
- Led group sessions focused on topics such as anger management, substance abuse recovery, and interpersonal skills enhancement.
- Coordinated discharge planning, facilitating successful transitions back into community for clients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for clients.
Substance Abuse Prevention Intervention Specialist
NYC Board of Education
03.2015 - 08.2018
- Implemented evidence based curriculum in classroom settings
- Facilitated individual and group counseling for students who are at risk for alcohol, substance abuse, suspension from school, disruptive behaviors, etc
- Coordinated and managed peer mediation leadership program that promotes positive conflict resolution
- Promoted positive alternative activities such as Red Ribbon Week, Respect for All Week, No One Eats Alone, Positive Behavior Intervention Supports, Alcohol Awareness Month, Poem in Your Pocket Day (Poetry Slam) and Prom Promise
- Assisted Counselors with crisis intervention
- Administered assessments and makes referrals for mental health and substance abuse services
- Provided parent workshops which address alcohol, substance abuse issues, bullying, violence prevention and self care
- Responded to crisis and provided services to schools needing support during crisis incidents
Domestic Violence Counselor
The Violence Intervention Program
10.2014 - 03.2015
- Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions per week with women and children
- Drafted monthly summary to review each clients level of participation
- Counseled clients to help them understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems
- Conducted outreach within Board of Education schools and communities to increase awareness
- Connected clients with community based organization resources
- Educated different populations on Domestic Violence and substance abuse within families
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with children exposed to Domestic Violence and Substance Abuse
- Co-facilitated events such as Winter Wishes to educate parents and children on the importance of spending healthy quality time
- Encouraged clients to get involved in social, recreational and other therapeutic activities to enhance interpersonal skills and develop social relationships
Domestic Violence And Sexual Assault Counselor
Wyckoff Heights Medical Center
06.2012 - 10.2014
- Liaised between patient and public resources
- Recruited and trained rape crisis advocates
- Supervised and managed on call rape crisis advocates
- Reported to sexual assault and domestic violence cases within emergency department; on-call 24 hours
- Coordinated annual fundraisers
- Formed collaborations and partnerships with outside agencies
- Educated professionals and community members on family violence and sexual assault
- Provided crisis counseling for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence
- Completed monthly and quarterly reports
Summer Youth Employee - Assistant Director
Greater Ridgewood Youth Council
07.2008 - 05.2012
- Created and maintained daily schedules for students and staff
- Developed field trips and events
- Provided instruction in art, sports and dance activities
- Consulted with parents daily to discuss their child's progress
- Implemented dance activities using methods and approaches to enhance children's self esteem
- Supervised 10 staff members to conduct small group instruction to assess each students individual needs
- Conducted study group and homework help for students
- Enhanced teamwork skills by collaborating with peers on various projects.
Education
Certification Mental Health Counselor - Mental Health Counseling
Alfred University
Alfred, NY05.2022
Master of Science - Education Counseling
Queens College
NY05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology - Counseling
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY2012
Associate of Science - Police Studies
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York2010
Certification
- Respect For All
- School Violence Prevention
- Child Abuse Identification
- School Safety Training
- DASA
- Restorative Practices
- Diversity Certificate Program
Timeline
Per Diem Residential Treatment Counselor
Outreach
04.2022 - 05.2023
School Counselor
Sewanhaka Central High School District
09.2018 - Current
Substance Abuse Prevention Intervention Specialist
NYC Board of Education
03.2015 - 08.2018
Domestic Violence Counselor
The Violence Intervention Program
10.2014 - 03.2015
Domestic Violence And Sexual Assault Counselor
Wyckoff Heights Medical Center
06.2012 - 10.2014
Summer Youth Employee - Assistant Director
Greater Ridgewood Youth Council
07.2008 - 05.2012
Certification Mental Health Counselor - Mental Health Counseling
Alfred University
Master of Science - Education Counseling
Queens College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology - Counseling
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Associate of Science - Police Studies
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
- Respect For All
- School Violence Prevention
- Child Abuse Identification
- School Safety Training
- DASA
- Restorative Practices
- Diversity Certificate Program
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