Molly DeCarlo
Cranberry Township,PA
Summary
Observant individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills builds meaningful relationships with clients and families. Experienced in working with clients from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. Offers crisis intervention to help individuals navigate through traumatic experiences. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a high degree of accuracy. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transition Counselor
Pittsburgh Public School District
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2003 - Current
- Managing a caseload of over 100 students with disabilities in a high school. One-on-one counseling, presentations in the classroom, transition planning for postsecondary goals, writing comprehensive transition plans for each student’s IEP.
- Assisting students in developing realistic expectations about the labor market and potential career options, promoting informed decision-making processes.
- Monitored student progress through regular follow-up meetings, ensuring achievement of transition and graduation goals.
- Attended continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to students in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Provided referrals to connect students and families with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Supervised busy caseload, managing students, balancing workload and prioritizing student needs.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Office Of Vocational Rehabilitation
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2001 - 05.2003
- Advocated for reasonable accommodations, supporting clients in overcoming workplace barriers.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Supported clients during both pre-employment preparation and post-placement adjustment periods for long-term success in the workforce.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities.
- Administered preliminary and comprehensive vocational assessments.
- Provided guidance on job-search strategies, resulting in successful employment for numerous clients.
- Maintained thorough case documentation, ensuring accurate records and efficient service delivery while adhering to ethical guidelines.
- Enhanced client self-sufficiency by developing personalized vocational rehabilitation plans.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up meetings, adjusting plans as needed for optimal success.
- Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities and developing career plans.
- Assisted clients in exploring career options and vocational goals.
Education
Master Of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.2001
Bachelor Of Arts - Psychology
Washington & Jefferson College
Washington, PA05.1999
Skills
Counseling
Advocating for Students with Disabilities
Caseload Management
Maintaining/Updating Transcripts
Crisis Intervention
Creating Schedules for Students
Organization
Certification
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
Timeline
Transition Counselor
Pittsburgh Public School District
08.2003 - Current
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Office Of Vocational Rehabilitation
05.2001 - 05.2003
Master Of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling
West Virginia University
Bachelor Of Arts - Psychology
Washington & Jefferson College