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Raven James

Houston,TX
Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.
Viktor Frankl
Raven James

Summary

Meticulous Cum Laude graduate with strong educational credentials and a commitment to mental health advocacy, particularly for minority populations. Skilled in various counseling methodologies and dedicated to destigmatizing mental health issues. Pursuing a master's degree in counseling psychology from Lamar University to educate communities on mental health benefits and effective self-care strategies.

Overview

6
years of professional experience

Work History

Houston Independent School District
Houston, USA

Wraparound Specialist
10.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • As a wraparound specialist, I provide a holistic approach to student support that aims to develop the physical, mental, cognitive, and social emotional development of students.
  • I create and implement campus-specific plans to integrate critical non-instructional support through the resources and services of the community partners.
  • Students, families, and school receive the resources and services to mitigate barriers to academic success.

Humble Independent School District
Humble, USA

Guest Teacher
08.2023 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • As a substitute teacher, I worked under the direction of the director of curriculum & instruction to teach in the absence of classroom teachers or specialists (science, music, art, ELA, design & tech, CTE, electives, or physical education).
  • As a successful substitute teacher, I am culturally competent and able to foster a safe, nurturing environment for children in the absence of the homeroom teacher or specialist.

E & N Health Services

Certified Nursing Assistant
06.2021 - 04.2023

Job overview

  • I maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recorded intake and output information, performed Activities of Daily Living, provided personal care, provided companionship, and maintained a healthy environment in the patients' home.
  • I provided patient comfort by utilizing resources and materials; transporting patients; answer patients' call lights and requests; and report observations of the patient to nursing supervisor.

Pressed

Assistant Manager
06.2020 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Supervised service to our customers, provided problem solving skills to resolve issues, and ensured customer satisfaction by properly training employees by the company's policies.

Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, USA

Certified Nursing Assistant
05.2019 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Assisted patients with their Activities of Daily Living such as: feeding, mouth care, grooming, bathing, shaving and incontinence care, while also ensuring they kept their independence.

Education

Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA

Bachelor of Science from Psychology
12.2022

University Overview

I am currently exceling in my Clinical Mental Health Counseling accelerated online program. This program is preparing me to provide clinical counseling services to clients in a range of professional settings.

Smithwood Medical Institute
Houston, TX

Certified Nursing Assistant
08.2019

University Overview

I am currently exceling in my Clinical Mental Health Counseling accelerated online program. This program is preparing me to provide clinical counseling services to clients in a range of professional settings.

Lamar University
Beamount, TX

M.Ed. from Clinical Mental Health Counseling

University Overview

I am currently exceling in my Clinical Mental Health Counseling accelerated online program. This program is preparing me to provide clinical counseling services to clients in a range of professional settings.

Skills

  • Creative and critical thinking
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Effective communication skills
  • Self-discipline and motivation
  • Persistence and resilience
  • Community engagement

Timeline

Wraparound Specialist

Houston Independent School District
10.2023 - Current

Guest Teacher

Humble Independent School District
08.2023 - 10.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

E & N Health Services
06.2021 - 04.2023

Assistant Manager

Pressed
06.2020 - 08.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Houston Methodist Hospital
05.2019 - 08.2019

Xavier University of Louisiana

Bachelor of Science from Psychology

Smithwood Medical Institute

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lamar University

M.Ed. from Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Accomplishments

  • Demonstrated outstanding case management and dedication to clients as evidenced by repeated promotions throughout tenure.
  • Documented and resolved non- academic barriers children faced which led to them exceling at school and becoming a successful individual.
  • Held first-point-of-contact for all internal and external communications with executive-level officers.

Activities

  • Researched and presented a visual on how early life exercise affects long-term memory with the University of California, Irvine.
  • Attended the 2022 Society for Personality and Social Psychology conference.
  • Volunteered countless hours in undergrad college years with MAX 2.0.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid sick leavePaid time off401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTeam Building / Company Retreats

References

References available upon request.

Languages

English
Native language
Spanish
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