Michael Tiong
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Michael Tiong is a highly personable academic counselor with experiences in higher education counseling and program management at San Diego Mesa College Pride Center. Excels in group and programming facilitation, experienced in data collection, handling sensitive and confidential information, and possess proficiency in database maintenance and understanding of higher education software. Additional experience in clinical and therapy work.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Counselor - Pride Center
SDCCD
San Diego, CA
11.2023 - Current
- Provided Workshops related to LGBTQ+ topics and resources to support inclusivity and equitable understanding
- Developed and implemented counseling strategies to assist over 70+ students in academic, personal, social and career development.
- Utilized Canvas Shell to develop Safe Zone training curriculum for staff and faculty training.
- Administrative skills to schedule appointments through SARs .
- Analyzed student records, test scores and other relevant data to identify strengths and weaknesses of individual students.
- Assisted with college applications by providing advice on essay writing, financial aid opportunities and scholarships.
- Conducted one-on-one meetings with students to discuss academic goals, educational plans and post-graduation options.
- Advised students on potential majors that align with their interests and capabilities.
- Created individualized learning plans for struggling students based on their needs and abilities.
- Cultivated relationships between universities and colleges and local businesses through outreach initiatives.
- Counseled students in career planning, job placement and academic goals.
Behavioral Health Assistant
Rady Children's Hospital
11.2017 - Current
- Craft and implement individualized patient plan of care, with support of patient care team
- Supports over 15+ patients within the unit to promote positive mental health support.
- Facilitate on-site activities, support groups, and educational workshops for clients to promote client wellness and health.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Maintains positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Performed client intake, documentation procedures, and administrative duties to hospital standards.
Pride Center Project Assistant
SDCCD
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Facilitates workshops and trainings from a queer perspective both in person and online, with attendance upwards of 20+ people.
- Coordinates on-site and virtual events to increase student retention and engagement.
- Craft educational resources and event marketing materials flyers; incl. learning documents, posters, and presentations
- Supports digital engagement through social media management
- Collaborates with other resource departments to extend student engagement and retention
Academic Counselor Internship
SDICCCA Regional Fellowship Program
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Cultivates a safe space for students of diversity, through implementing a practice of inclusion, equity, and diverse cultural humility.
- Develop academic counseling skills with trauma-informed care through student counseling from an LGBTQ+ multi-cultural lens.
- Facilitate and lead workshops and trainings for LGBTQIA+ students and staff to promote safe spaces.
- Educated students on course selection to align with academic and career goals.
- Mentors students, offering guidance on education planning, major selection, and academic values.
- Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
- Supported students experiencing interpersonal inquiries, regarding emotional and mental health.
- Support students in exploring queer identities and experiences within an LGBTQ-safe space and with a lens of trauma-informed care.
- Support students with career assessments, food and home insecurities, and other basic needs.
Special Education Teacher Aide Mod/Severe Needs Teacher
Grossmont Union High School District
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to over 14 students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Behavioral Technician
California Psychcare, Inc
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Performed behavioral therapy assessments and treatments in patients' homes without direct supervision.
- Conducted individual psychotherapy sessions, displaying theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and clinical treatment techniques.
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
Education
Master of Arts - Education (Counseling)
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CASkills
- Facilitation / Workshops
- Behavioral Therapy
- Activity Planning
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Therapeutic Communication
- Training and Development
- Interpersonal Skills
- Skills Development
- Academic advising
- Creative design and learning
- Meeting planning
- Team Support
Affiliations
Aug 2009 - May 2015
Asian Pacific Student Alliance
Aug 2009 - May 2015
Andres Bonifacio Samahan
Certification
- Restorative Justice Practice
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Non-Crisis Prevention Intervention
- BLS & First Aid
Timeline
Academic Counselor - Pride Center
SDCCD
11.2023 - Current
Pride Center Project Assistant
SDCCD
01.2023 - 11.2023
Academic Counselor Internship
SDICCCA Regional Fellowship Program
08.2022 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher Aide Mod/Severe Needs Teacher
Grossmont Union High School District
09.2019 - 09.2021
Behavioral Health Assistant
Rady Children's Hospital
11.2017 - Current
Behavioral Technician
California Psychcare, Inc
08.2016 - 11.2017
Master of Arts - Education (Counseling)
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
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