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Tricia Zimmerman

Gilbert,AZ - Arizona

Summary

Dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years experience providing counseling services to adults and adolescents in behavioral health and schools settings. A seasoned educator in creating psycho-educational and staff development curriculum for students and staff. Skilled in encouraging diverse populations of students to engage in the learning process to develop academic and life skills.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Counselor

Serene Counseling at Banner Academy
Tempe, AZ - Arizona
08.2013 - Current
  • Created schoolwide protocols for managing crisis situations and preventing suicidal and self-harm behaviors
  • Observed students during classroom activities to evaluate student performance, behavior and social skills to create and assess progress on IEP goals.
  • Provided conflict mediation, problem solving support, and crisis intervention services to students experiencing, emotional, physical or social distress.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators, to support student success, by implementing behavior modification plans to address behavioral, emotional, and academic concerns.
  • Provided professional development training for teachers on topics such as classroom management, student motivation, identifying signs of distress and providing emotional support.
  • Implemented school-wide initiatives focused on promoting a safe and welcoming environment for all students.
  • Maintained records for, reported progress and participated in IEP meetings.
  • Created and implemented a psycho-educational curriculum incorporating a variety of cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapy strategies to help students cope with and communicate their thoughts and feelings.
  • Established trusting relationships with students and parents to nurture confidence in the school counseling process.

Mental Health Counselor

Banner Behavioral Health Hospital
Scottsdale, AZ - Arizona
01.2002 - 06.2013
  • Developed therapeutic relationships with patients, providing individual, family and group counseling to address addiction and other mental health issues in both inpatient and outpatient settings,
  • Facilitated psycho-educational groups incorporating a variety of cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior therapy strategies, and 12 Step ideology, to manage difficult emotions to aide in relapse prevention.
  • Assessed risk factors for suicide or self-harm and assisted in crisis intervention when needed to provide immediate support to patients in distress.
  • Provided case management; developing aftercare plans including follow up appointments with psychiatrists, counselors, intensive out-patient programs and provide 12 step resources.
  • Maintained detailed records in accordance with HIPPA regulations.
  • Used the DSM to assess, diagnose and formulate treatment plans for patients in acute, detoxification and rehabilitation care.
  • Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds using evidenced based practice and clinical models.

Psychiatric Technician

Banner Behavioral Health Hospital
Scottsdale, AZ - Arizona
05.2001 - 12.2002
  • Observed patient behaviors and reported any changes or concerning issues to the nurse, psychiatrist and or nurse practitioner.
  • Developed therapeutic relationships with clients while encouraging self-care, use of coping strategies, healthy communication and self-advocacy.
  • Provided direct patient care, ensuring that all safety protocols were followed.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress including, daily vitals, completion of ADLs, moods, activities, and interactions with others.

Long Term Substitute & Emergency Certified Teacher

Maricopa County School District
Mesa, AZ - Arizona
08.1997 - 05.2000
  • Created engaging lessons that incorporated various teaching methods including lectures, hands-on activities, multimedia presentations and group work to .
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback on assignments, tests, and projects.
  • Adhered strictly to confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information related to student records.
  • Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations, promoting mutual respect and encouraging positive peer interactions.
  • Encouraged student participation and critical thinking, by facilitating class discussion.
  • Developed lesson plans and curriculum to meet the needs of diverse student populations.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to motivate them to reach their full potential.
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, and history.
  • Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Maricopa County School District
Mesa, AZ - Arizona
08.1996 - 07.1998
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans, utilizing a variety of teaching techniques to engage all students in the learning process.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance according to school policies.
  • Created an environment conducive to learning through effective classroom management strategies.
  • Organized classroom activities and monitored students' progress in order to facilitate learning.
  • Instructed students on various topics, including English language arts, math, science,and social studies.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills by providing open-ended questions during class discussions.

Education

Master of Science - Counseling in Education

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12-2002

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

SUNY Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY
12-1995

Skills

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Cultural Competency
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Mental health assessments
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Interactive Learning
  • Practice-based learning
  • Lesson Planning

Certification

  • Licensed Professional Counselor
  • Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor

Timeline

School Counselor

Serene Counseling at Banner Academy
08.2013 - Current

Mental Health Counselor

Banner Behavioral Health Hospital
01.2002 - 06.2013

Psychiatric Technician

Banner Behavioral Health Hospital
05.2001 - 12.2002

Long Term Substitute & Emergency Certified Teacher

Maricopa County School District
08.1997 - 05.2000

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Maricopa County School District
08.1996 - 07.1998

Master of Science - Counseling in Education

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

SUNY Plattsburgh

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