Rebekah R. Barnett

• Co-op experience coordinator.
• Advanced from adjunct to lead full-time faculty for Human Service program (2023), contributing to development and maintenance of new Human Service program.
• Supported course development and curriculum writing efforts. Completed course development and curriculum writing training (2024).
• Earned recognition as Florida Master Teacher (2025).
• Taught skill-based courses, including Advanced Group Dynamics, Advanced Counseling Skills, Case Management and Problem Solving, Social Research, and Psychology.
• Delivered classroom instruction for St. Petersburg College undergraduate courses
• Advised students on academic progress and degree planning, fostering student success and retention.
• Assessed student work using rubrics and learning outcomes
• Maintained records in college learning management systems
• Participated in department meetings and academic committees
• Supported St Petersburg College community through office hours and mentoring

• Built independent practice focused on therapy and coaching for individuals with neurodiversity and families.
• Researched and developed curriculum for specialized therapy services for children and adults on autism spectrum with ADHD and high anxiety.
• Provide parental coaching to support care routines, sensory friendly environments, behavior strategies, and family communication.
• Deliver educational trainings for local service providers on neurodiversity-informed support practices.

• Delivered graduate-level psychology instruction across multiple course sections, managing enrollments up to 40 students or 3 classes per term.
• Maintained consistent student communication, completed grading promptly, and returned actionable feedback.
• Directed 5 doctoral students through dissertation milestones, providing guidance from first stage through final defense.

• Instructed online courses for CalSouthern University Online using learning management systems.
• Facilitated class discussions and guided student participation in virtual classrooms.
• Developed lesson materials aligned with CalSouthern University Online course objectives.

• Supervised clinical and non-clinical staff in therapeutic outpatient program to ensure quality care and support
• Contributed to leadership meetings focused on program maintenance and strategic success
• Coordinated with other agency programs statewide to enhance service delivery and resource sharing

• Provided supervision to clinical staff within therapeutic outpatient and foster care programs
• Processed authorization requests for specialized foster care services for children in specialized foster care program
• Completed & Maintained tracking information and authorization maintenance, document timeliness, and state notes.
• Assisted counselors, under LMHC supervision, with clinical supervision and case monitoring.
• Facilitated meetings and trainings for clinical staff and parents within the program.

• Provided counseling and supportive services for children between the ages of 6 and 18, who were removed from their homes and resided in therapeutic foster care, to assist in resolving and processing trauma.

• Completed biopsychosocial evaluations to identify therapeutic needs.
• Collaborated with clients, families, and support systems to build treatment plans, to strengthen daily coping skills, self-esteem, and overall well-being.
• Supported clients of various ages with DSM diagnoses to improve well-being.
• Focused on anxiety support and sensory delays.
• Managed average caseload of 20, primarily children.

• Conducted comprehensive assessments on children in foster care post-removal, evaluating needs and risk factors, performing ASQ-SEs, and recommending essential services to support their well-being.

• Assisted lead professor by communicating with students and providing weekly educational summaries and managing administrative tasks to enhance course engagement.
• Maintained regular email communication with students to promptly address inquiries and disseminate course information, fostering a supportive learning environment. and access to students in upper division course.

• Supported department supervisor with leadership of 5 case managers. Completed office and field observation evaluations. Monitored team performance against agency and state standards. Assisted with high-risk cases, and provided on-call support.
• Maintained personal case load of up to 20 families

• Coordinated service planning with special needs children and their families in the dependency system to establish goals that address developmental needs, safety, and overall well-being.
• Prepared case plans and conducted individual and family assessments to guide ongoing support
• Monitored school, social, and home environments for safety
• Provided transportation to medical and judicial appointments
• Maintain average caseload of 35 families