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Taisha Lopez

Springfield,MA

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

School Adjustment Counselor

Holyoke Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
  • Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to students facing academic, social, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
  • Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify students' needs and develop appropriate intervention plans.
  • Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to address student issues and promote positive behavior.
  • Develop and implement programs to support students' social-emotional development and improve school climate.
  • Offer support and interventions to students experiencing acute emotional distress or trauma.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and interventions.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary teams and meetings to discuss student progress and develop strategies for intervention.
  • Collaborate with community organizations and mental health providers to access additional resources and support for students and families.
  • Lead social-emotional learning (SEL) initiatives and programs within school community.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in counseling, education and mental health.

Social Worker I

Commonwealth Of Massachusetts: DCF
10.2018 - 06.2021
  • Collaborated with court, law enforcement and community providers.
  • Assessed consumers for abuse and neglect and compiled documentation for internal reports as well as court reports.
  • Interviewed and evaluated consumers, families or groups to assess situations, conduct safety and risk assessments in order to determine services required to meet needs.
  • Communicated goals, plans and progress to parents or guardians.
  • Maintained consistent communication with consumers, DCF staff and other stakeholders.
  • Assessed, evaluated, conducted initial and ongoing case management of children, family services and needs.
  • Successfully managed high case load of 20+ families which included 40-50+ children.
  • Developed, reviewed, updated and ensured implementation of strength-based service plans for each child in care or custody including risk assessment, safety plans and goals.
  • Attended home and foster care visits; transported children to health, social services or other agency-related appointments as required.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with DCF staff and other constituencies and initiated court action when necessary.
  • Counseled families and developed helping relationships with families and their support teams.
  • Coordinated visits with biological parents and/or guardians, relatives and foster parents.

Long Term Substitute Teacher

The City of Holyoke: Joseph Metcalf School
09.2017 - 10.2018
  • Followed guidelines and lesson plans provided by instructor.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly classroom with 20+ students.
  • Answered student inquiries.
  • Flexible in meeting the school administration's needs in terms of duties, ie. covered multiple classrooms, supported school administration when needed and assisted with student departure.
  • Readily adapted to the needs of the classroom/teacher/administration.

Senior Clerk Typist: Records Bureau

The City of Holyoke: Holyoke Police Department
06.2016 - 12.2017
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information and records.
  • Assembled data and prepared reports and summaries for court and other departments.
  • Performed data entry and word-processing.
  • Sorted and filed various reports/materials such as 209A’s, tow release forms, no trespassing orders and arrest reports.
  • Maintained statistical and confidential records for the department.
  • Processed and prepared crime reports.
  • Maintained the National Crime Information Center database that is necessary in communicating with law enforcement nationwide when trying to locate missing persons, recover stolen property, apprehend fugitives, etc.
  • Managed wide variety of public service and administrative tasks to resolve public issues quickly and efficiently.

Family Case Worker

Center For Human Development
10.2013 - 06.2016
  • Assessed needs of 15+ families experiencing homelessness.
  • Provided families with information and referrals to community organizations for supportive services (ie. therapy, stable housing programs, medical services and other supportive services as needed).
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information and records.
  • Provided ongoing case management to families residing in shelter program.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Major: Human Services/ Concentration: Criminal Justice

Springfield College
Springfield, MA
05.2017

Skills

  • Bilingual: Spanish/English
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites/Google
  • Proficient in Virtual Gateway Database
  • Cultural competence and sensitivity
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Strong written communication skills, including writing reports, emails, and documentation
  • Active listening skills
  • Motivated team player
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Relationship building and networking
  • Critical thinking and analytical skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Attention to detail

Licenses

Licensed Social Work Associate (LSWA)

MTEL : Communication and Literacy Skills-Reading subtest/Writing subtest

Criminal Justice Information System Certified

Timeline

School Adjustment Counselor

Holyoke Public Schools
08.2022 - Current

Social Worker I

Commonwealth Of Massachusetts: DCF
10.2018 - 06.2021

Long Term Substitute Teacher

The City of Holyoke: Joseph Metcalf School
09.2017 - 10.2018

Senior Clerk Typist: Records Bureau

The City of Holyoke: Holyoke Police Department
06.2016 - 12.2017

Family Case Worker

Center For Human Development
10.2013 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science - Major: Human Services/ Concentration: Criminal Justice

Springfield College

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