Dedicated and compassionate professional seeking a Crisis Counselor position to leverage my diverse clinical experience, strong interpersonal skills, and background in psychology and behavioral therapy to provide support and intervention for individuals in crisis.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Autism Behavior Technician
Balance Autism
Coralville, IA
2023.09 - Current
Implemented Applied Behavior Analysis principles to provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols for children with Autism.
Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans based on assessments.
Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
Collaborated with families to provide support strategies for home-based interventions.
Implemented evidence-based practices such as discrete trial teaching and natural environment teaching.
Youth Counselor
Linn County Juvenile Detention Center
Cedar Rapids, IA
2022.09 - 2023.06
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to create and implement interventions for at-risk youth.
Supported individuals in crisis, focusing on behavioral and emotional well-being.
Provided individual and group education to youth offenders.
Maintained client records, including documentation of referrals, services provided, and progress notes.
Collaborated with other professionals such as social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and probation officers to coordinate services for clients.
Brain Injury Specialist
Community Neuro Rehab
Coralville, IA
2021.12 - 2023.06
Provided comprehensive support for individuals with brain injuries, addressing cognitive, physical, medical, behavioral, and psycho-social aspects.
Assisted in developing behavioral compensatory strategies to cope with manifestations of brain injury, including mental health and emotional regulation challenges.
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to create a therapeutic environment that supports participants in their journey toward recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology (pre-health Emphasis)
Washington And Lee University
Lexington, VA
2019-05
Skills
Crisis intervention and counseling
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Data collection and analysis
Interpersonal communication
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Clinical assessments and protocol implementation
Motivational Interviewing
Affiliations
Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity
Remote Area Medical Clinic Volunteer
Washington and Lee University Peer Tutor (Calculus, Chemistry)
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Gala Office Volunteer
Accomplishments
Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa
Languages
German
Professional
Timeline
Autism Behavior Technician
Balance Autism
2023.09 - Current
Youth Counselor
Linn County Juvenile Detention Center
2022.09 - 2023.06
Brain Injury Specialist
Community Neuro Rehab
2021.12 - 2023.06
Bachelor of Science - Biology (pre-health Emphasis)
Lead SUD Counselor/ Program Developer at Center For Human Services-Modesto, CALead SUD Counselor/ Program Developer at Center For Human Services-Modesto, CA