Sabrina Spence
Henderson,North Carolina
Summary
Proven Youth Counselor with a track record of reducing behavioral issues and fostering positive change, notably at Eckerd Connects. Expert in crisis management and youth advocacy. Excel in creating supportive environments that promote safety and emotional growth. Skilled in both individual and group counseling. Approach significantly enhances client resilience and well-being. Mission-oriented Youth Counselor successful in developing robust youth ministry programs and serving as positive role model. Highly accomplished in helping youth strengthen relationships with God and providing growth opportunities. Energetic leader with creative outreach talent.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Counselor
Eckerd Connects
11.2023 - Current
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Managed crises effectively using de-escalation techniques, prioritizing safety while addressing underlying emotional triggers for each incident.
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
- Connected clients with appropriate external resources when needed, ensuring continuity of care beyond counseling program scope.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Reduced behavioral issues by establishing clear expectations and boundaries within supportive environment.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Wrote reports for family and caregivers, documenting progress, challenges, and therapy milestones.
Correctional Officer
Polk Correctional Institution
09.2017 - 12.2022
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within facility.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout prison complex regularly.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Facilitated rehabilitation programs for inmates, promoting positive behavioral changes and reducing recidivism rates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bryant & Stratton College
Richmond VA08.2011
Skills
- Youth Advocacy
- Group Counseling
- Verbal and written communication
- Behavior Management
- Professional boundaries
- Individual Counseling
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavior Modeling
- Crisis Management
- Youth Behavior Management
- Life Skills Training
- Recreational Activities
- Rapport Building
- Goal Setting Assistance
- Self-care strategies
- Youth Mentoring
- Cognitive behavior therapy
- Youth supervision
Timeline
Youth Counselor
Eckerd Connects
11.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer
Polk Correctional Institution
09.2017 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bryant & Stratton College
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