Lisa Braden
Lebanon
Summary
Dedicated Community Support Specialist with expertise in mental health awareness and client advocacy. Skilled in trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques, facilitating access to essential resources for diverse client needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Specialist
Compass Health Network
Osceola, MO
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated access to community resources for clients, enhancing support networks and service utilization.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify individual client goals and develop tailored support plans.
- Coordinated care with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive services and effective communication among providers.
- Developed and implemented workshops focused on life skills, empowering clients to achieve personal development objectives.
- Monitored client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances.
Teacher
Davis School District
Davis MO
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional methods and share best practices.
- Integrated technology into lesson delivery to support diverse learning styles.
- Analyzed student data to identify trends and improve academic outcomes effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Counselor (in Training)
Calhoon School District
Calhoun, MO
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions for students, fostering emotional well-being and personal growth.
- Collaborated with educators to develop tailored support plans addressing student needs and academic challenges.
- Assisted in organizing school events promoting mental health awareness and community engagement initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions, ensuring compliance with confidentiality protocols and reporting standards.
Title I Preschool Coordinator
Verona School District
Verona, MO
08.2004 - 01.2016
Teacher
Shell Knob School
Shell Knob, MO
08.2001 - 05.2003
Teacher
Forsyth School District
Forsyth, MO
08.2000 - 08.2001
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MOBachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05-2000
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- De-escalation techniques
- Compliance monitoring
- Partnership building
- Client needs assessments
- Client advocacy
- Trauma-informed care
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Community Support Specialist
Compass Health Network
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Davis School District
08.2021 - 05.2023
Counselor (in Training)
Calhoon School District
08.2019 - 05.2021
Title I Preschool Coordinator
Verona School District
08.2004 - 01.2016
Teacher
Shell Knob School
08.2001 - 05.2003
Teacher
Forsyth School District
08.2000 - 08.2001
Master of Science - School Counseling
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Missouri State University