Sarah Roush
Selinsgrove,PA
Summary
Graduate-level counseling student with a concentration in Children and Adolescents and certificates in Telemental Health and Trauma-Informed Counseling. Known for an empathetic approach, strong reflective practice, and a commitment to evidence-based care including CBT and trauma-informed interventions. Experienced in behavior management, case coordination, and multidisciplinary collaboration through current work supporting early childhood mental health and developmental needs. Eager to expand clinical skills in a university setting, providing individualized, culturally responsive support to students while contributing to a collaborative and student-centered counseling team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Disabilities and Mental Health Specialist
SUMMIT Early Learning
11.2023 - Current
- Support the mental health and disability-related needs of children and families in Head Start, Pre-K Counts, child-care, school-age, and Early Head Start programs
- Develop individualized behavior support plans in collaboration with families, teachers, and providers
- Observe individuals and classrooms for behavioral and instructional needs
- Train staff on developmental screenings, behavior incident reporting, emergency physical restraint responses
Behavioral Health Technician
Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers, Community & School-Based Behavioral Health
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Supported implementation of therapeutic treatment plans
- Partnered with school staff to address emotional and behavioral needs of children
- Applied therapeutic communication and redirection techniques
- Provide crisis behavioral interventions to children within the school environment
Service Member- Camp Counselor
CORE Susquehanna AmeriCorps, Buffalo Valley Recreation Authority
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Created structured activities promoting social-emotional development
- Facilitated positive interactions to support school-age children
- Led school-age and toddler-age children through nature-based activities
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
Lock Haven, PA05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation and Human Services
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.2022
Skills
- Empathetic Approach
- CBT & Trauma-Informed Approach
- Behavior Management
- Case Management
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Reflective Practice & Adaptability
- Analytical Problem-Solving
Awards
Dean’s List: Fall 2018, Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021, Spring 2022
Timeline
Disabilities and Mental Health Specialist
SUMMIT Early Learning
11.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers, Community & School-Based Behavioral Health
02.2023 - 11.2023
Service Member- Camp Counselor
CORE Susquehanna AmeriCorps, Buffalo Valley Recreation Authority
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation and Human Services
The Pennsylvania State University
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
Similar Profiles
Aubrey AdkissonAubrey Adkisson
Lead Teacher at Summit Early Learning CenterLead Teacher at Summit Early Learning Center
Jasmin CarlileJasmin Carlile
Nominated Supervisor at KidCademy Early Learning Centre/PlayPatch Early Learning CentreNominated Supervisor at KidCademy Early Learning Centre/PlayPatch Early Learning Centre
Jocelynn RodriguezJocelynn Rodriguez
Preschool Teacher at Dawns Early Light Early Learning CenterPreschool Teacher at Dawns Early Light Early Learning Center
Chase BuehlerChase Buehler
Warehouse Worker at Rockey AuctionsWarehouse Worker at Rockey Auctions
Christian BillhimeChristian Billhime
Cabinet at Strong SpasCabinet at Strong Spas