Shelly Behm
Glen Dale,West Virginia
Summary
Skilled counseling professional with deep commitment to student emotional and social development. Adept at creating and executing programs that address diverse student needs, fostering supportive school environment. Valued for collaborative efforts and adaptability to dynamic educational settings, ensuring reliable support and positive outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Counselor
Marshall County Schools
08.2010 - Current
- Promoted a positive school environment by fostering strong relationships among staff, parents, and students.
- Implemented comprehensive guidance curriculum that addressed the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students, including conducting bi-weekly guidance lessons in 18 different K - 5 classrooms.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support, providing tailored counseling services, including both individual and small group opportunities.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting counseling strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.
Safe and Drug Free Schools Counselor
Marshall County Schools
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Traveled to schools throughout the county to provide educational programming and interventions related to high risk behaviors.
- Participated in ongoing professional development trainings to remain current on best practices within the counseling field.
- Developed and facilitated group counseling sessions for increased social support, skill-building opportunities, and drug-free programming.
- Supported students in development of healthy coping strategies, leading to improved life management skills.
Title I Home-School Intervention Specialist
Ohio County Schools
08.2006 - 08.2008
- Provided crisis intervention and positive behavior support, as well as developmental guidance lessons in grades K - 5.
- Focused on attendance, including daily attendance maintenance and other interventions related to absenteeism.
- Implemented social skills groups to improve students' interaction and communication abilities, including Banana Splits, Salvaging Sisterhood, and Anger Management.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic support to students, addressing both academic and behavioral challenges.
- Collaborated with other Title I staff to provide parent involvement activities and staff training, including providing teacher-parent communication.
Retention Specialist
West Liberty University
07.2005 - 08.2006
- Provided individual counseling, academic support, and crisis intervention.
- Assisted with scheduling and advising of undeclared students.
- Provided psycho-educational programming and awareness weeks on topics such as depression, eating disorders, alcohol, tobacco, and sexual assault.
- Advised several student groups, served on several committees, and chaired the Alcohol Task Force on campus.
- Instructed The Freshman Experience and Psychological Tests and Measurements.
Director of the Center for Student Success
West Liberty University
07.2002 - 07.2005
- Maintained the same job duties listed above as Retention Specialist, with the additional role of supervising Tutoring Services and Disability Services.
Director of Counseling
West Liberty University
05.2000 - 07.2002
- Completed same job duties as listed above as Director of the Center for Student Success and Retention Specialist, with the exception of supervising Tutoring Services.
Individual Therapist
Northwood Health Systems
12.1998 - 05.2000
- Attended continued education sessions to maintain professional standards and stay up-to-date with new developments.
- Built strong rapport with clients, including adults, adolescents, and children, and fostered trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers, as well as participated in treatment team meetings on an ongoing basis.
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive, supportive and empowering client environments.
Day Treatment Specialist
Northwood Health Systems
06.1996 - 12.1998
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for adults with chronic mental illnesses, fostering a supportive environment that encouraged open communication among participants.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary treatment teams to provide comprehensive care for patients, resulting in more efficient resource utilization.
Crisis Intervention Specialist
Northwood Health Systems
05.1994 - 06.1996
- Offered supportive counseling and crisis intervention to individuals in crisis.
- Worked closely with psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, case managers, and individual therapists to ensure that clients receive needed services.
- Provided referral services to outside agencies as well as facilitated psychiatric admissions, including involuntary commitment.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WVMaster of Arts - School Counseling
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WVBachelor of Science - Psychology
West Liberty State College
West Liberty, WVSkills
- Cultural Competence
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Interpersonal Skills
- Professionalism
Certification
- National Certified Counselor (NCC) - National Board for Certified Counselors.
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) - (WV) Licensing Boards.
- Certified School Counselor (CSC) - (WV) Department of Education.
Professional Memberships
West Virginia School Counseling Association
American School Counseling Association
Timeline
Elementary School Counselor
Marshall County Schools
08.2010 - Current
Safe and Drug Free Schools Counselor
Marshall County Schools
08.2008 - 08.2010
Title I Home-School Intervention Specialist
Ohio County Schools
08.2006 - 08.2008
Retention Specialist
West Liberty University
07.2005 - 08.2006
Director of the Center for Student Success
West Liberty University
07.2002 - 07.2005
Director of Counseling
West Liberty University
05.2000 - 07.2002
Individual Therapist
Northwood Health Systems
12.1998 - 05.2000
Day Treatment Specialist
Northwood Health Systems
06.1996 - 12.1998
Crisis Intervention Specialist
Northwood Health Systems
05.1994 - 06.1996
- National Certified Counselor (NCC) - National Board for Certified Counselors.
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) - (WV) Licensing Boards.
- Certified School Counselor (CSC) - (WV) Department of Education.
Master of Arts - Counseling
West Virginia University
Master of Arts - School Counseling
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
West Liberty State College
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