Taleha Allen
Sanford,FL
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with strong organizational skills and a person-centered approach. Committed to enhancing individual well-being while expanding counseling expertise. Actively pursuing supervised clinical hours toward Florida Licensure.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (P.E.R.T.) Intern
Orlando Health
Orlando, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Completed practicum and internship with PERT, gaining hands-on experience in crisis intervention.
- Assisted patients at Orlando Regional Medical Center and Health Central Hospital, providing support during psychiatric emergencies.
- Conducted biopsychosocial, CSSRS, and SBIRT assessments to evaluate patient needs and inform treatment plans.
2nd Grade Teacher
Volusia County School
Orange City, Florida
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Planned and delivered standard-aligned lessons in math, reading, writing, science, and social studies to enhance student learning.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor student progress and understanding.
- Developed and implemented positive behavior strategies to foster a supportive classroom environment.
3rd Grade Teacher
Volusia County School
Orange City, FL
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed lesson plans to facilitate smooth transition to fourth-grade curriculum.
- Supported students' emotional well-being to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning and address concerns.
Registered Behavior Technician
DIRECT BEHAVIOR STRATEGIES
Winter Park, Florida
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Implemented individualized behavior plans using Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) techniques for children with mild ASD and language delays, enhancing their communication skills.
- Collected data on child behavior during therapy sessions to assess progress.
- Observed student behavior in various environments to assess levels of functioning and progress towards goals.
Host/Server
Willow Tree Cafe
Sanford, Florida
01.2015 - 04.2021
- Delivered exceptional customer service, fostering a welcoming atmosphere that encouraged repeat visits.
- Informed guests about menu options, enhancing their dining experience and satisfaction with orders.
- Managed reservation systems to optimize seating arrangements.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL 08.2023 - 08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Healthcare Leadership Management
Rollins College
Winter Park, Florida 08.2020 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology Pathway
Seminole state college
Sanford, Florida 08.2016 - 05.2019
Skills
- Crisis management and de-escalation
- Clinical interviewing
- ABA Therapy
- Behavior intervention plans
- Collecting Data
- Data analysis
- Reporting
- QPR Certified
- CSSRS
- SBIRT
- Problem Solving
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (P.E.R.T.) Intern
Orlando Health
08.2025 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Volusia County School
08.2024 - 06.2025
3rd Grade Teacher
Volusia County School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Nova Southeastern University
08.2023 - 08.2026
Registered Behavior Technician
DIRECT BEHAVIOR STRATEGIES
04.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Healthcare Leadership Management
Rollins College
08.2020 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology Pathway
Seminole state college
08.2016 - 05.2019
Host/Server
Willow Tree Cafe
01.2015 - 04.2021