SHERIDA BURGE
North Salt Lake,UT
Summary
Experienced rehabilitation professional ready to drive impactful results. Skilled in individualized counseling, case management, and client advocacy. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring dependable support and successful outcomes. Known for empathy, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Utah State Office of Rehabilitation
Centerville, UT
05.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine client needs and eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services.
- Develop personalized rehabilitation plans that align with clients' employment goals and abilities.
- Monitor client progress and adjust rehabilitation plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Provide counseling support to help clients overcome barriers related to disability and employment challenges.
- Maintain accurate case documentation in accordance with agency policies and state regulations.
- Develop strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Mentor new counselors within the agency, sharing expertise and assisting with their professional development.
- Maintain thorough case documentation, ensuring accurate records and efficient service delivery.
- Manage caseloads efficiently while adhering to ethical guidelines and maintaining high-quality service standards.
- Monitor client progress through regular follow-up meetings, adjusting plans as needed for optimal success.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Utah State Office of Rehabilitation
Price, UT
09.2017 - 05.2024
- Maintained a case load averaging 100 clients.
- Provided counseling services to a combination of a general caseload and transition youth, ages 14-24.
- Provided counseling and guidance to individuals with disabilities.
- Assisted the client with living independently by developing their strength's and limitations.
- Located resources such as wheelchairs to help clients live and work more independently.
- Attended IEP and 504 meetings at the local high schools with current and potential students.
- Traveled when needed to provide outreach to schools, parents, business partners, community partners and training meetings.
- Helped clients identify work skills and aptitudes while engaging in a process of vocational exploration
- Acted as a liaison between clients, employers, schools, partner agencies and other stakeholders.
Family Employment Program Counselor
State Of Utah DWS
Salt Lake City, UT
06.2015 - 09.2017
- Assisted single parents in obtaining employment.
- Assessed needs and educated customers about DWS programs, policies and services.
- Provided assistance in the application of Food Stamps, Financial, Medicaid, Child Care and Unemployment Insurance and Office of Recover Services.
- Conducted home visits when needed to establish relationships, build rapport, problem solve, engage or reengage the client.
- Assisted with resume writing, interviewing and job searching with technology.
- Monitored participation in employment plans with an employment goal.
- Utilized labor market information, local resources and gave out referrals to community partners to assist clients in meeting their goals.
- Worked with mental health professionals in setting up mental health appointments for clients.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Counselor
State Of Utah DWS
Salt Lake City, UT
02.2013 - 06.2015
- Explained program eligibility and requirements for youth seeking training.
- Requested and processed verification to determine eligibility.
- Assisted with job readiness activities.
- Worked with college in helping clients apply for FAFSA and registration.
- Worked with Horizonte and local high schools on getting enough credits for clients to graduate from high school or get a GED.
- Assisted with college application and class scheduled.
- Assisted in career exploration and labor market information.
Family Employment Program Counselor
State of Utah DWS
Salt Lake City, UT
05.1998 - 02.2013
- Assisted with job searching and interviewing.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted strategies to enhance employment outcomes.
- Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions and progress, allowing for accurate tracking of outcomes.
- Set up internships and job clubs.
- Assisted in assessment testing and career counseling.
Education
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling
Univeristy of Kentucky
12-2020
Skills
- Caseload management
- Client advocacy
- Collaborative partnerships
- Assessment skills
- Case management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professionalism
Certification
- CRCC - Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification Certification
March 2026 - March 3031
Timeline
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Utah State Office of Rehabilitation
05.2024 - Current
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Utah State Office of Rehabilitation
09.2017 - 05.2024
Family Employment Program Counselor
State Of Utah DWS
06.2015 - 09.2017
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Counselor
State Of Utah DWS
02.2013 - 06.2015
Family Employment Program Counselor
State of Utah DWS
05.1998 - 02.2013
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling
Univeristy of Kentucky