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Marquel Taylor

Berwyn,IL

Summary

Accomplished in transforming lives, I leveraged addiction expertise and crisis intervention skills at Hope Chicago to foster positive change. Specializing in individual counseling and youth mentoring, I've empowered clients and congregants alike, achieving significant improvements in behavior management and peer relationships. My approach blends compassionate support with strategic interventions, driving recovery and personal growth.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Youth Counselor

Hope Chicago
10.2023 - Current
  • Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
  • Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
  • Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
  • Coached youth in conflict resolution skills, reducing incidents of aggression and improving peer relationships.
  • Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
  • Managed crises effectively using de-escalation techniques, prioritizing safety while addressing the underlying emotional triggers for each incident.

Substance Abuse Counselor

Hope Chicago
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
  • Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
  • Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.

Education

Associate of Arts - Religious Studies

Moody Bible Institute
Chicago, IL
05.2026

Skills

Individual Counseling

Youth Mentoring

Behavior Management

Crisis Management

Crisis Intervention

Substance Abuse Counseling

Timeline

Youth Counselor

Hope Chicago
10.2023 - Current

Substance Abuse Counselor

Hope Chicago
10.2023 - Current

Associate of Arts - Religious Studies

Moody Bible Institute

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