Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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OLIVIA L. KING

Barton,VT

Summary

Compassionate Transition Counselor with broad experience in assisting individuals undergoing life transitions. Specializes in developing personalized plans that address emotional, physical and logistical challenges associated with major changes. Strong interpersonal skills aid in creating comfortable environments for open communication and collaboration. Have made significant impact in previous roles by improving client outcomes through tailored counseling strategies.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Transition Counselor II

HireAbility VT
01.2022 - Current
  • Provided individualized career counseling and case management to youth and young adults with disabilities transitioning from school to employment or post-secondary education.
  • Conducted assessments to identify clients’ strengths, interests, and support needs to develop tailored vocational goals and rehabilitation plans.
  • Collaborated with schools, families, employers, and community partners to facilitate work-based learning experiences, job placements, and successful transitions to adult services.
  • Delivered career readiness training, job search support, and advocacy to empower clients toward independent living and meaningful employment.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation in compliance with state and federal vocational rehabilitation guidelines.
  • Ensured coordination of support services, accommodations, and assistive technologies as needed for successful employment outcomes.

Youth Employment Specialist

VABIR
St. Johnsbury, VT
09.2019 - 12.2021
  • Worked in conjunction with a Voc Rehab counselor to provide employment services through the 'Linking Learning to Careers' program to high school age students.
  • Provided students with opportunities for job shadows, informational interviews, job tours, work experiences, and competitive employment.
  • Partnered with local high schools and case managers to ensure each student’s success in the workforce.

Job Coach

Vermont Agency of Human Services, Vocational Rehabilitation
St. Johnsbury, VT
09.2018 - 12.2021
  • Tutored consumers with barriers to employment in college level classes, Vermont permit tests, and other academic endeavors.
  • Worked one on one with consumers at job sites to ensure success.
  • Collaborated with employers, employment consultants, and counselors in assisting and guiding consumers.
  • Recorded and maintained case notes in an online case management system.

Intern

Vocational Rehabilitation
St. Johnsbury, VT
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Provided guidance and assistance to consumers with barriers to employment reach their employment and career goals.
  • Developed as a professional in the field of human services.

Education

M.A. - Rehabilitation Counseling

Salve Regina University
Newport, RI
01.2023

B.S. - Applied Psychology and Human Services

Northern Vermont University
Lyndonville, VT
01.2018

Skills

  • Career counseling
  • Assessment techniques
  • Case management
  • Vocational rehabilitation
  • Job placement
  • Collaborative partnerships

Certification

  • CRC - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor

Accomplishments

  • Motivational Interviewing Coach

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Transition Counselor II

HireAbility VT
01.2022 - Current

Youth Employment Specialist

VABIR
09.2019 - 12.2021

Job Coach

Vermont Agency of Human Services, Vocational Rehabilitation
09.2018 - 12.2021

Intern

Vocational Rehabilitation
06.2018 - 08.2018

M.A. - Rehabilitation Counseling

Salve Regina University

B.S. - Applied Psychology and Human Services

Northern Vermont University
OLIVIA L. KING