Rachel Manfreda
BA Psychology
Goleta,CA
Summary
College graduate with a degree in Psychology. Has experience in peer counseling and event planning related to mental health issues and university-based services. Earned a 3.75 GPA and graduated within 3 years of beginning the degree. Recently employed as a Paraeducator II offering extra support to students with disabilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Paraeducator II, Special Education
Goleta Union School District
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted students with disabilities reach academic and behavior goals via one-on-one or group intervention
- Collected data based on student's current goals and discussed intervention plan with behavioral specialist
- Assisted students with skills related to emotional, social, or academic needs to promote independence
- Implemented support based on each student's behavioral intervention plan (BIP)
- Observed student's behavior and provided intervention and approved de-escalation strategies when necessary
Mental Health Peer
Counseling And Psychological Services, CSUCI
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Held 1-on-1 sessions with students dealing with stress, anxiety, or adjustment difficulties
- Lead coordinator for tabling and events to promote counseling services and discuss current mental health issues among college students
- Planned an event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month gaining student participation in active prevention of sexual assault
- Assisted with social media campaigns, professional development, and expansion of the program
- Assisted with grant writing for an on-campus event
Area Coordinator, Mentor/Tutor
The Emily Shane Foundation
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed tutoring program for the Oxnard, CA school districts
- Created schedules, planned meetings, and implemented different programs
- Assisted youth with homework assignments, habit changes, and skills to increase efficiency in school
Associate
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc.
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Prepared recipe ingredients and cooked fresh items daily
- Greeted customers at the counter and handled transactions
- Restocked supplies and cleaned cooking stations before and after each shift
Associate
Bath And Body Works, Limited Brands
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Managed customer interactions and provided price information and product details
- Identified customer needs and wants to enhance customer experiences and boost sales
Kennel Technician
Santa Ynez Pet Hospital
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed boarding and food orders
- Assisted with examinations and giving medication to boarding patients
- Observed hospitalized animals for injuries and/or changes in condition
- Janitorial Duties
Research Intern
Sansum Diabetes Research Institute
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Volunteered in studies to assist with labeling and delivering vials to lab rooms.
- Assisted nurses with subjects, giving them supplies, and basic clean-up duties
- Participated in 14+ hours of research
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA 08.2020 - 05.2023
Skills
Mental Health Counseling
Data Collection
Event Planning and Coordination
Educational Support
IEP Familiarity
Social Skills Development
Certification
Psychological First Aid Certified
Timeline
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certified (CPI)
02-2024
Child/Infant/Adult CPR and First Aid Certified
11-2023
Paraeducator II, Special Education
Goleta Union School District
10.2023 - 01.2025
Mental Health Peer
Counseling And Psychological Services, CSUCI
08.2022 - 05.2023
Psychological First Aid Certified
08-2022
Area Coordinator, Mentor/Tutor
The Emily Shane Foundation
09.2021 - 01.2022
Associate
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc.
03.2021 - 08.2021
Associate
Bath And Body Works, Limited Brands
10.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Channel Islands
08.2020 - 05.2023
Research Intern
Sansum Diabetes Research Institute
05.2020 - 07.2020
Kennel Technician
Santa Ynez Pet Hospital
01.2019 - 10.2020
Similar Profiles
Briana FrancoBriana Franco
ASP Teacher at El Camino Elementary, Goleta Union School DistrictASP Teacher at El Camino Elementary, Goleta Union School District
Christine BlaneyChristine Blaney
Buyer & Fiscal Support at Goleta Union School DistrictBuyer & Fiscal Support at Goleta Union School District
Lara JacobsLara Jacobs
Classroom Teacher K-3 at Goleta Union School DistrictClassroom Teacher K-3 at Goleta Union School District
Dylan BucklandDylan Buckland
Tennis Instructor at Pacific Palisades Recreation CenterTennis Instructor at Pacific Palisades Recreation Center
Abigail SangrenAbigail Sangren
Isla Vista Field Team Intern at Santa Barbara County DemocratsIsla Vista Field Team Intern at Santa Barbara County Democrats