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Leslie Rinker

Columbus,IN

Summary

Knowledgeable Employment Counselor enthusiastic about working with people of all backgrounds to transform situations into more productive and financial stables lives.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Employment Counselor

Stone Belt Inc
Columbus, IN
08.2023 - Current
  • Assisted individuals making career-related decisions by conducting assessments to measure skills, abilities and interests.
  • Facilitated group sessions focused on overcoming barriers to successful employment such as communication skills, problem solving skills and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Participated in outreach activities within the community to promote employment services to potential clients.
  • Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
  • Used role-playing, lectures, and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
  • Established collaborative relationships built on trust and empathy through consistent and meaningful communication.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Placed individuals in jobs based on skills, abilities and interests.
  • Assisted clients with filling out applications for unemployment benefits or other government assistance programs.
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions in the agency's database system.
  • Assisted clients in developing professional networks that could lead to potential job opportunities or internships.

Skills

  • Client Advocacy
  • Employment law knowledge
  • Individualized support
  • Action planning
  • Vocational Counseling
  • Emotional Support
  • Interview techniques
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Community involvement
  • Special Education
  • Job fairs
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Disability Services
  • Resource advocacy
  • Motivating clients
  • Assessments
  • Training needs assessment
  • Effective listening
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Career Development
  • Performance Assessments
  • Academic Support

Timeline

Employment Counselor

Stone Belt Inc
08.2023 - Current
Leslie Rinker