Stephanie K. Parry
Concord,MA
Summary
Experienced and certified vocational rehabilitation counselor and transition specialist with over 20 years of proven success in supporting students and young adults with disabilities. Dedicated to helping individuals achieve their employment and personal goals during the transition from school to post-secondary education, employment, and independent living. Skilled in comprehensive assessments, career counseling, and tailoring job placements to enhance client independence and productivity. Adept at assessing individual needs and developing personalized transition plans. Collaborative approach with educators, families, and community organizations ensures a smooth and successful transition process. Passionate about empowering individuals to reach their full potential through targeted support and guidance in academic, vocational, and life skills development. Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized rehabilitation plans, guide vocational training, and advocate for client's rights in the workplace. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and a results-driven approach that improves quality of life and workplace integration for clients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor/Transition Specialist
Brookline Public Schools - Consultant
09.2022 - Current
- Led vocational and situational assessments for students with physical, emotional, intellectual and behavioral disabilities.
- Assisted clients in exploring career options and vocational goals.
- Promoted development of interviewing, resume writing and etiquette skills.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Liaised with community partners to enhance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
- Coordinated community resources and secured referrals.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Helped students develop executive functioning skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Dedham Public Schools
09.2018 - 09.2022
- LifeSTART Transition Program (18-22, provided supports and direct service to students and families in planning for transition to adulthood in key areas of transition, including applying for and navigating adult services, work, continuing education, social and community connections.
- Participated in school to career worksites as liaison and job coach
- Conducted transition, vocational and situational assessments
- Ensured that student has help in developing self-advocacy, self-efficacy and self-determination skills
- Encouraged student to develop extra-curricular interests and to participate in community activities
- Promoted development of interviewing, resume writing and etiquette skills.
- Coordinated community resources and secured referrals.
- Assisted clients in exploring career options and vocational goals.
- Liaised with community partners to enhance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
- Customized vocational exploration activities to identify self-determined rehabilitation needs and goals.
- Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities and developing career plans.
- Administered preliminary and comprehensive vocational assessments.
Clinician
Cultivate Counseling Center
08.2016 - 10.2018
- Established appropriate course of treatment and implemented interventions.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
Education
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) - Transition Specialist Endorsement
Assumption University
Worcester, MA06.2022
Master of Arts (MA) - Rehabilitation Counseling
Assumption University
Worcester, MA05.1991
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Social Rehabilitation
Assumption College
Worcester, MA05.1990
Skills
- Transition Planning and Career Counseling
- Collaboration and Advocacy
- Assessment Expertise
- Employment Readiness
- Effective Communication Skills
- Problem-Solving and Adaptability
Timeline
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor/Transition Specialist
Brookline Public Schools - Consultant
09.2022 - Current
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Dedham Public Schools
09.2018 - 09.2022
Clinician
Cultivate Counseling Center
08.2016 - 10.2018
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) - Transition Specialist Endorsement
Assumption University
Master of Arts (MA) - Rehabilitation Counseling
Assumption University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Social Rehabilitation
Assumption College
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