Sheri Houck
Bouckville,NY
Summary
Professional with strong background in behavioral health, with over 20 working with children and adolescents in the counseling setting. Prepared to make significant impact in this role. Skilled in client assessment, therapy techniques, and crisis intervention. Proven ability to collaborate within team to achieve desired outcomes and adapt to evolving needs. Known for empathy, patience, and effective communication.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Mental Health Counselor Intern
Bassett Healthcare
09.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating genuine empathy, active listening, and validating their experiences.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing empathetic counseling services that were tailored to each individual''s unique experiences and goals.
- Provided cultural sensitivity training for staff members, fostering an inclusive therapeutic environment that recognized the importance of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Collaborated with families to provide psychoeducation on mental health conditions, strengthening support systems for clients'' ongoing recovery efforts.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies, promoting long-term mental health stability and resilience.
Elementary School Counselor
Hamilton Central School
07.2018 - Current
- Created a safe space for students within the school community where they felt comfortable discussing their concerns or seeking guidance from counselors or staff members.
- 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.
- Reduced absenteeism rates through proactive communication with families and targeted counseling for at-risk students.
- Conducted small group sessions on topics such as stress management, self-esteem building, and goal setting to empower individual growth.
- Enhanced student emotional growth by implementing targeted counseling programs and interventions.
Elementary School Counselor
Unadilla Valley Central School
12.2005 - 06.2019
- Conducted group and individual counseling services to elementary students to meet developmental, preventive and remedial needs of students with learning disabilities.
- Led professional development workshops for faculty on topics such as mental health awareness and effective communication strategies.
- Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust support strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with external mental health professionals to provide comprehensive support services.
Education
CAS (Certificate of Advanced Study) - Mental Health Counseling
University of Buffalo
Buffalo, NY12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Humand Development
State University of NY A Oswego
Oswego, NY05.2022
Master of Science - School Counseling
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY12.2005
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Suicide Prevention
- Mental Health Assessment
- Behavior Modification
- Individual Counseling
- Treatment Plans
- Anger Management
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Clinical interventions
- Motivational Interviewing
- Adolescent Counseling
Timeline
Behavioral Health Mental Health Counselor Intern
Bassett Healthcare
09.2023 - Current
Elementary School Counselor
Hamilton Central School
07.2018 - Current
Elementary School Counselor
Unadilla Valley Central School
12.2005 - 06.2019
CAS (Certificate of Advanced Study) - Mental Health Counseling
University of Buffalo
Bachelor of Science - Humand Development
State University of NY A Oswego
Master of Science - School Counseling
Syracuse University
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