Toni Pettavino Hill
Covington,LA
Summary
Dynamic LCSW with extensive experience at St. Scholastica Academy, excelling in crisis intervention and behavioral assessment. Proven track record in developing effective policies and treatment plans, while advocating for student needs. Skilled in psychotherapy techniques and community resource linkage, fostering a supportive environment for diverse populations.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
St. Scholastica Academy
COVINGTON, LA
08.2000 - 06.2025
- Participated in school-wide initiatives focused on promoting a safe and welcoming environment for all learners.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in the classroom.
- Coordinated crisis interventions for students facing difficult life situations.
- Consulted with administrators to create policies addressing student behavior concerns or disciplinary actions.
- Conducted assessments of students' cognitive abilities, interests, personality traits and career aspirations.
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social and emotional issues.
- Organized extracurricular activities designed to promote self-esteem, team building skills and healthy relationships between peers.
- Monitored students academic progress, mental health, and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
- Advocated for students' needs and rights within the school system, working to remove barriers to their success.
LCSW
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
COVINGTON, LA
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, case managers and other clinical staff in providing comprehensive services to clients.
- Provided psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families.
- Conducted assessments of client's needs and developed appropriate interventions.
LCSW
St. Tammany Hospital Hospice
COVINGTON, LA
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
LCSW
Capital Area Human Service District
Baton Rouge, LA
- Developed linkages between clients and community based organizations that provide additional social support services.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, case managers and other clinical staff in providing comprehensive services to clients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss client care plans.
- Provided psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed by referring clients to emergency services or hospitalization if necessary.
- Developed treatment plans for clients with mental health diagnosis.
- Assessed risk factors associated with suicide or violence towards others.
Education
Master of Social Work - Mental Health
LSU
Baton Rouge, LAMaster of Pastoral Studies -
Loyola University, New Orleans
New Orleans, LASkills
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral assessment
- Policy development
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Community resource linkage
- Case management
- Team collaboration
- Individual counseling
- Crisis management
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
Timeline
School Counselor
St. Scholastica Academy
08.2000 - 06.2025
LCSW
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
LCSW
St. Tammany Hospital Hospice
LCSW
Capital Area Human Service District
Master of Social Work - Mental Health
LSU
Master of Pastoral Studies -
Loyola University, New Orleans
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