Marian Rodriguez
Cambridge,MA
Summary
Counseling professional with strong foundation in mental health support and client advocacy. Successfully implemented individualized treatment plans, leading to significant improvements in client well-being. Highly collaborative team player, known for adaptability and results-driven approach. Proficient in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
James. Farr Academy
07.2020 - Current
- Provide individual and group counseling for academic, emotional, and social issues, helping students develop coping strategies and problem-solving skills.
- Assess students' interests, abilities, and personalities to help them set realistic academic and career goals.
- College and Career Readiness: Advise students on college applications, job opportunities, scholarships, and potential career paths
- Work with teachers, parents, and administrators to develop intervention strategies and support student success.
- Act as an advocate for students' well-being and educational needs within the school community.
- Developed individualized counseling plans to address student needs and promote academic success.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance peer communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Resource Coordination: Refer students to psychologists, mental health resources, and other external agencies for specialized support.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and confidential student records.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: To effectively listen, motivate, and build rapport with students, parents, and faculty.
- Established trust-filled relationships with clients by maintaining confidentiality and respecting personal boundaries.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate client progress and adapt treatment plans accordingly for optimal outcomes.
Administrative Assistant/ Transcript Officer
Cambridge College
12.2014 - 06.2019
- Manage and process requests for transcripts, grade records, course descriptions, and other academic files.
- Resolve issues and notify students of holds.
- Verify enrollment letters and DUA forms.
- Assist with student payments to the business office and communicate regarding account balances.
- Implemented the National Clearinghouse’s transcript ordering service and act as main contact.
Help Desk Advisor
Bunker Hill Community College
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Assisted students with needs including schedules, drop/adds, withdrawals, change of major, and graduation requirements.
- Monitored course curriculum, sequencing, and academic statuses.
- Advised students on degree programs and procedures and special services.
- Proactively identified at-risk students and assist.
- Developed activities and workshops to support new students and academic writing.
Medical Records Clerk
Suffolk County House of Correction
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Provided administrative support to the legal department to include compiling documentations for outside counsel throughout the litigation process.
- Managed legal notes receivable, set-up, billing, and collection.
- Located, prepared, and delivered medical records and ensured accuracy and completeness.
- Compiled statistical data to include admissions, discharges, verifications, and medical records.
Education
M.D. - Counseling Psychology
Cambridge College
Boston MA06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary
Cambridge College
Boston, MA06.2018
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
- Great communication skills
- Great problem solver
- Great working in a fast-paced and stressful environment
- Great administration and organization skills
- Mental health support
- Building rapport
- Client advocacy
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Behavior monitoring
- Crisis response
- Adept at conflict resolution
- Adolescent counseling
- Suicide prevention
- Relapse prevention
- Behavior modification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Life Coach, Harvard University Extension Program -May-July 2025
Timeline
Counselor
James. Farr Academy
07.2020 - Current
Administrative Assistant/ Transcript Officer
Cambridge College
12.2014 - 06.2019
Help Desk Advisor
Bunker Hill Community College
01.2012 - 01.2014
Medical Records Clerk
Suffolk County House of Correction
01.2006 - 01.2012
M.D. - Counseling Psychology
Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary
Cambridge College
HOBBIES
Music, Cooking, Community Services