Nicholas Rodriguez
Norwalk,CA
Summary
Developed exceptional interpersonal and communication skills in school environment, focusing on student support and guidance. Capable of designing and implementing effective counseling programs and strategies. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging these transferable skills to make positive impact.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counseling Intern
Santa Fe High School
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to address student concerns and promote emotional well-being.
- Developed and implemented educational workshops on conflict resolution and social skills for diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to identify at-risk students and create tailored intervention strategies.
- Evaluated student data to identify trends in academic performance, attendance, behavior, ensuring targeted interventions were implemented effectively.
- Monitored student progress and reported findings to counselors, ensuring consistent support throughout academic year.
School Counseling Intern
Yorba Middle School
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Presented on topics such as, Signs of Suicide, College & Career Readiness, and Coping Strategies.
- Assisted in RAMP by leading an academic small group
- Checked in with my chronically absent student caseload, and developed plans for each.
- Attended 504 & SST meetings
- Individual counseling
- Led school-wide initiatives focused on mental health awareness, effectively engaging students in proactive discussions.
- Improved students'' academic success through targeted interventions and tailored support plans.
Camp Counselor
Royal Family Kids Camp- Christian Foster Camp
06.2022 - Current
- Attended annual camp to provide love and support for foster children
- Took care of children with ADHD, & PTSD
- Controlled and deescalated children to create peace
- Comforted children who were home sick
- Learned to work whole heartedly without the expectation of something in return
Behavioral Interventionist
ASPIRE- Behavioral SPED Program
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Intervened to prevent students from committing self harm
- Counseled students who were defiant and violent prone
- Created a safe learning environment for my student so that they may achieve personal goals.
Behavior Interventionist
Amergis
08.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized behavior intervention plans to support student progress and improve behavioral outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to implement effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student behavior and adjust interventions accordingly.
- Trained and mentored new staff on behavior management techniques and intervention strategies.
Education
M.D. - Educational & Clinical Counseling
Azusa Pacific University
12.2025
Bachelor of Psychology - undefined
Concordia University, Irvine
05.2023
Skills
- Multicultural competence
- Professional ethics
- Academic advising
- Career exploration
- Problem-solving skills
- Student advocacy
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Social-emotional learning
- Team collaboration
- Patience and perseverance
- Individual counseling
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Behavior Interventionist
Amergis
08.2025 - Current
School Counseling Intern
Santa Fe High School
01.2025 - 05.2025
School Counseling Intern
Yorba Middle School
08.2024 - 12.2024
Behavioral Interventionist
ASPIRE- Behavioral SPED Program
08.2023 - 05.2024
Camp Counselor
Royal Family Kids Camp- Christian Foster Camp
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Psychology - undefined
Concordia University, Irvine
M.D. - Educational & Clinical Counseling
Azusa Pacific University