Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Kimberly "Kacey" Bloski

Bradenton,FL

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated School Counselor with 23 years of experience fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for students. Expert in providing academic, career, and emotional guidance to help students achieve their full potential. Proficient in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and developing individualized counseling programs. Strong collaborator with teachers, parents, and administrators to implement school-wide initiatives that promote student well-being and success. Committed to advocating for student needs and enhancing their educational experience through evidence-based practices.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor

School District Of Manatee County
08.2001 - Current
  • Conduct individual and group counseling sessions on various topics to address students' academic and personal needs.
  • Classroom Lessons
  • Collaborate with teachers, students, and parents to develop and implement strategies for student success.
  • Lead initiatives to support students' social-emotional development and academic achievement.
  • Participate in parent-teacher conferences, IST meetings, and leadership discussions.
  • Coordinate school and external resources to provide comprehensive support
  • IST Chair
  • 504 Coordinator
  • Testing Coordinator
  • Chair of School Based Threat Assessment Team








Comprehensive Behavorial Assessor

Tampa Bay Therapy, Kinship, And Camelot
01.2000 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments for children aged 0-18 in the dependency system, adhering to Medicaid guidelines.
  • Prepare timely reports in accordance with state regulations.
  • Collaborate with dependency case managers, caregivers, and parents to ensure holistic support.
  • Provide education and support to parents and caregivers as required.

Case Worker, Foster Care and Protective Services

Department Of Children And Families, State Of Florida
01.1998 - 08.2001
  • Provided social work services for children and families involved in dependency.
  • Maintained Court records
  • investigated family situations
  • Coordinated referrals/services
  • Devised treatment plans
  • Made recommendations to the courts



Crisis Center Counselor

Manatee Glens Hospital & Addiction Center
01.1993 - 12.1999
  • Answered crisis calls
  • Assisted face to face walk ins to crisis center.
  • Assessed for hospital admissions for Baker Acts and voluntary admission

Education

Master of Science - School Counseling

Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL

Skills

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Exceptional communication, listening skills, and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Empathy and Compassion
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Cultural Competence:
  • Confidentiality and Ethics
  • Assessment and Evaluation
  • Program Development and Implementation
  • Career and Academic Guidance
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Student Advocacy
  • Problem-Solving Skills

Timeline

School Counselor

School District Of Manatee County
08.2001 - Current

Comprehensive Behavorial Assessor

Tampa Bay Therapy, Kinship, And Camelot
01.2000 - Current

Case Worker, Foster Care and Protective Services

Department Of Children And Families, State Of Florida
01.1998 - 08.2001

Crisis Center Counselor

Manatee Glens Hospital & Addiction Center
01.1993 - 12.1999

Master of Science - School Counseling

Nova Southeastern University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Florida State University
Kimberly "Kacey" Bloski