Tatiana Rodriguez
Counselor
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
To obtain a challenging position where I can utilize and develop my skills working with a diverse population.
Diligent counselor with solid background in coordinating diverse projects from inception to completion. Successfully supported cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables. Demonstrated effective communication and organizational skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time Project Coordinator
Women Who Thrive
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Planned, organized, and executed virtual wellness-based events tailored to the community
- Established professional relationships with non-profit partnerships
- Conducted marketing plans to align with the organization’s growth strategy
- Created monthly newsletters via Mailchimp to expand mailing list
- Assisted in social media growth and visibility through engagements and campaigns
- Sent cold emails to companies in regards to virtual corporate wellness offerings
- Performed grant research
SAPIS II Counselor - Midwood High School
NYC Department of Education
10.2016 - 12.2021
- Facilitated classroom lessons and presentations to grades 9-12 in person and virtually
- Provided Lifeskills, Project Towards No Drugs, Too Good for Drugs and Violence and Teen Intervene Evidence Based Practices to high school students
- Delivered Non-Evidence Based Practice Curriculum including Safe Dates, 7 Habits and Stacked Deck groups to youth
- Provided prevention counseling, substance abuse intervention, education and awareness as defined by NYS OASAS targeting youth
- Conducted intake assessments to determine youth program placement
- Provided harm reduction, crisis intervention and behavior management
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to discuss triggers, coping skills, education, family, medical issues and long-term goals
- Maintained updated records on student progress
- Ensured that referrals are made to the appropriate internal and external services as required to meet student needs
Per Diem Resident Manager
Amethyst House Inc.
06.2013 - 03.2017
- Performed resident toxicology screenings (Ex: urine analysis)
- Measured resident blood alcohol content and monitored medication compliance
- Monitored residents to ensure medications were taken as prescribed
- Responsible for recording resident medication intake on monthly medication sheets
- Answered telephones, made copies and faxed resident prescriptions to local pharmacies
- Distributed toiletries and essentials to residents
- Recorded vital information pertaining to residents in log book
- Searched resident belongings upon return to facility to ensure they do not bring prohibited items on premises
- Provided behavior management to ensure a safe environment for all residents
Prevention Specialist - Carrera Adolescent Pregnancy Program
The Children’s Aid Society
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Facilitated in-school classroom lessons and after school workshops to youth ages 12-21
- Provided Project Northland Alcohol Use Prevention Curriculum including Slick Tracy, Lifeskills and Amazing Alternatives Evidence Based Practices to grades 6-8
- Facilitated Class Action and Project Towards No Drugs Evidence Based Practices to high school students
- Provided prevention counseling, substance abuse intervention, education and awareness as defined by NYS OASAS targeting youth, families, schools and communities
- Provided alcohol and drug prevention education and the behavioral risks underlying teen pregnancy by implementing evidence-based practices
- Conducted intake assessments to determine youth program placement
Substance Abuse Counselor – Caring Communities SRO
Catholic Charities Brooklyn & Queens
08.2013 - 09.2015
- Engaged clients in the development of an accurate assessment and support plan
- Collaborated with service providers and on-site team to develop an appropriate assessment and treatment plan
- Provided harm reduction, crisis intervention and behavior management
- Facilitated groups and workshops to assist clients in developing daily living skills, sobriety and autonomy
- Applied advocacy and group work methods to respond to client population as needed
- Participated in in-service trainings, conferences and workshops
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to discuss triggers, coping skills, medical, family, financial issues and long-term goals
- Maintained updated records on the progress of clients
- Ensured that referrals are made to the appropriate internal and external services as required to meet client needs
Intern / Per Diem Addiction Counselor Assistant in Criminal Justice Unit
OASAS – Kingsboro Addiction Treatment Center
01.2012 - 02.2013
- Conducted intake interviews during client admission to Criminal Justice Unit
- Provided holistic individual counseling sessions to discuss medical, family, housing, aftercare, and financial issues to help transition clients back into the community
- Facilitated groups covering a broad range of topics including legal, family, housing, and aftercare to develop long-term goals of sobriety and autonomy
- Responsible for case management, including assessment, scheduling client appointments and referrals
- Completed client admission notes, interpretive and discharge summaries
- Provided crisis intervention and behavior management for clients
- Coordinated activities with courts, probation officers and other post-treatment agencies
- Completed psycho-social assessments on computer database for assigned clients
- Developed and formulated treatment plans to transition clients back into the community
- Demonstrated the ability to maintain client confidentiality
- Answered telephones, made copies and faxed medical records to patient attorneys, insurance carriers and other medical facilities as necessary
Education
Credential Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee -
Kingsborough Community College – CUNY
Brooklyn, NY01.2012
B.A. - Psychology
York College – CUNY
Jamaica, NY01.2008
Skills
- WITNYS
- Mailchimp
- Google Classroom
- Microsoft Office and AWARDS
- Detail-oriented
- Documentation management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Strategic planning
- Remote work experience
Timeline
Part-time Project Coordinator
Women Who Thrive
01.2021 - 06.2022
SAPIS II Counselor - Midwood High School
NYC Department of Education
10.2016 - 12.2021
Prevention Specialist - Carrera Adolescent Pregnancy Program
The Children’s Aid Society
09.2015 - 10.2016
Substance Abuse Counselor – Caring Communities SRO
Catholic Charities Brooklyn & Queens
08.2013 - 09.2015
Per Diem Resident Manager
Amethyst House Inc.
06.2013 - 03.2017
Intern / Per Diem Addiction Counselor Assistant in Criminal Justice Unit
OASAS – Kingsboro Addiction Treatment Center
01.2012 - 02.2013
B.A. - Psychology
York College – CUNY
Credential Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee -
Kingsborough Community College – CUNY
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