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Shontell Harris

Lakeland,FL

Summary

Empathetic registered mental health counselor proficient in applying various methodology skills to facilitate client mental health. Expertise in applying therapeutic approaches to promote client growth. Offering several years' experience the field of counseling and therapy.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Chrysalis Health
Tampa, FL
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed treatment plans in collaboration with clients, families, physicians and other healthcare providers.
  • Utilized evidence-based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and motivational interviewing.
  • Engaged in reflective practice activities to reflect upon own clinical work with clients.
  • Coached clients on developing strategies for managing difficult emotions or situations.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Displayed empathy when working with diverse populations from various cultural backgrounds.
  • Provided individual, family and group counseling sessions to clients with mental health disorders.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss client progress and collaborate on treatment planning.
  • Educated clients about the impact of mental health issues on their lives and relationships.

School Counselor

Polk County
10.2013 - 12.2023
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration
  • Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources
  • Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement
  • Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs
  • Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness
  • Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes
  • Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals
  • Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths
  • Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals
  • Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.

School Counselor

Acclaim Academy
07.2011 - 10.2013
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration
  • Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources
  • Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement
  • Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.

School Counselor

Hillsborough County
10.2008 - 07.2011
  • Oversaw resolving disagreements and negotiating mutually beneficial agreements between parties
  • Analyzed student data to evaluate the effectiveness of the counseling program and make improvements
  • Directed families and students to community resources and mental health professionals
  • Collaborated with school administrators, teachers, and parents or guardians to provide appropriate and adequate counseling support to students in the classroom
  • Used data to track students' progress and make recommendations for how they could improve
  • Created and taught lessons about relevant children's books, poems, movies, and themes to encourage students to pursue Children's Literature as a field of study
  • Observed and reported on individual behaviors and suspicious actions to supervisory staff
  • Led group sessions and offered one-on-one assistance
  • Counseled students whose behavior, academic progress, or mental or physical impairment indicated a need for help, diagnosing their issues and arranging for needed services
  • Provided constructive feedback on specific actions, behaviors, and words to minors in my care
  • Established and maintained rapport with other staff, students, and parents to facilitate communication and academic progress
  • Positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration were maintained
  • Helped educators and parents communicate in a constructive and regular manner
  • Provided crisis intervention, utilizing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations in response to emergencies
  • Met with students to conduct individual assessments to determine their academic and mental health requirements
  • Oversaw ensuring the safety and security of all youth in my care
  • Collaborated with educators, school administrators, and outside professionals in the development of Individualized Education Plans/Programs (IEPs)
  • Taught students’ techniques for career development such as signing up for ACT and SAT, Dual Enrollment, and Vocational Schools
  • Advised students on important academic decisions and alternative options, GED
  • Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student field-trip retreats and teamwork community service projects
  • Presented special outreach programs to the department chair to increase the institution's interest in community service
  • Kept track of students' attendance and progress toward their objectives.

Intern

Sickles High School
01.2008 - 08.2008
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness
  • Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents
  • Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas
  • Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources
  • Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration
  • Conducted psychoeducational assessments to identify areas of academic and behavioral strengths and weaknesses and recommend modifications to improve learning and behavior
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in the school environment
  • Assisted high school seniors’ complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.

Dependency Case Manager

Children's Home Society of Florida
02.2007 - 08.2008
  • Oversaw resolving disagreements and negotiating mutually beneficial agreements between parties
  • Collaborated with family members to create support networks and multifaceted coping techniques that were tailored to the client's specific needs
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings
  • Transported children to school and doctors' appointments
  • Provided individualized counseling services to clients dealing with mental health and substance abuse issues.

Juvenile Detention Specialist

Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility
09.2006 - 12.2006
  • Made rounds and conducted head counts and roll calls at predetermined intervals
  • Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances necessitated physical intervention
  • In charge of 11 juveniles in a correctional residential facility setting
  • Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep the institution safe and secure
  • Oversaw resolving disagreements and negotiating mutually beneficial agreements between parties
  • Looked for contraband in the building and grounds, as well as the living quarters and work areas.

Education

Post Baccalaureate Certification : Marriage And Family Therapy -

National University
La Jolla, CA
06-2024

Master of Arts in Guidance And Counseling -

Argosy University
Sarasota, FL
06-2008

Bachelor of Science : Psychology With A Minor in Sociology -

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
06-2005

Skills

  • Individual and Group Counseling
  • Social and Emotional Health
  • Individual and Family Support
  • Diverse Populations
  • Maintaining Confidentiality
  • Conflict Management Education
  • Counseling and therapy
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Grief counseling
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Family therapy
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Anger Management
  • Suicide Risk Assessment
  • Empathy Development
  • Child and Adolescent Counseling
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy
  • Relapse prevention planning
  • Mindfulness Practice
  • Self-Care Promotion
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Psychoeducation Delivery
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Stress management techniques
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Effective Communication
  • Biopsychosocial Assessments
  • Treatment Planning
  • Time Management
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Electronic Medical Record Software
  • Attention to Detail
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Records Management

Certification

  • Educator Certificate, Professional School Counseling, Grades PK-12, 1101243
  • Florida Department of Health, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, IMH 24904

Languages

English
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Chrysalis Health
12.2023 - Current

School Counselor

Polk County
10.2013 - 12.2023

School Counselor

Acclaim Academy
07.2011 - 10.2013

School Counselor

Hillsborough County
10.2008 - 07.2011

Intern

Sickles High School
01.2008 - 08.2008

Dependency Case Manager

Children's Home Society of Florida
02.2007 - 08.2008

Juvenile Detention Specialist

Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility
09.2006 - 12.2006

Post Baccalaureate Certification : Marriage And Family Therapy -

National University

Master of Arts in Guidance And Counseling -

Argosy University

Bachelor of Science : Psychology With A Minor in Sociology -

Eastern Michigan University

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