Deirdre Brown, M.S. Email & Phone Number

Colts Neck, New Jersey, United States

Flemington

 Maintained a caseload of 312 six-grade students providing academic support, social/emotional guidance, and career readiness counseling.  Counseled students using motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, and cognitive-behavioral techniques in individual and small group settings.  Initiated a career guidance lesson plan to administration for 5th and 6th grade classes which includes a developmentally appropriate career interest survey and career portfolio project.  Spearheaded school climate initiatives, such as “The Great Kindness Challenge,” into a comprehensive school counseling curriculum.  Advised students in short-term crisis situations such as peer-peer conflict, student-teacher conflict, or family related issues; deferred to in-house or outside resources, as necessary.  Utilized MyK12 when investigating alleged HIB incidents; met with alleged recipient, aggressor, and witnesses in order to complete a thorough investigation. Completed HIB investigations within 10 days of written referral, as per state/district guidelines.  Participated in various committees including School Climate/School Safety, School Community, and Professional Learning. Recognized student leadership potential and incorporate initiatives meant to increase student engagement; recruited student volunteers for various projects and school events.  Collaborated with teachers and administrators during weekly team meetings to discuss school or district-wide initiatives, student classroom performance, and any potential counseling concerns.  Trained in testing coordination for the district CogAT 7; reviewed policy and procedures with homeroom teachers/proctors, ensured standardization and safeguarding of testing materials and labeled booklets for all students prior to testing dates.

Cranford, Nj

Vineland, New Jersey

Meet with all students affiliated with the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) cohort for individual and small group counseling meant to exceed the program’s student retention objectives; this cohort currently consists of 165 students.Maintain a caseload of at-risk students for academic advising and troubleshooting of potential issues that could impede academic success; utilize WebAdvisor to view student courses, academic plan, and conduct program evaluation. Generate program announcements through Blackboard regarding career development, employment openings, and upcoming workshops/groups increasing student success throughout their college career and beyond. Recommend school and community supports aimed at helping student retention and achievement; supports include mental health counseling, tutoring, domestic violence support, and social services. Act as an advocate to support students struggling with potential issues with discrimination or unfair treatment. Ensure students are following EOF policy guidelines through program compliance in scheduling individual counseling sessions, participating in upcoming workshops, and maintaining satisfactory academic performance.Endorse career assessments such as Let Me Learn, O*NET Interest Profiler, or NJCAN assessments including the Career Cluster Inventory and Interest Profiler [Holland’s Code].

Jackson, Nj

Maintain a caseload of students needing increased support with academic performance, social/emotional stability, and other developmental concerns.Connect students and families to resources both in school and within the community; resources have included CYMCA referrals (mental health counseling), Al-Anon/Alateen, Mobile Response in addition to collaboration with the school Anti-bullying coordinator and Student Assistance Counselor.Provide crisis intervention to students dealing with issues pertaining to mental health, suicidal ideation/risk, interpersonal relationships, grief, and family issues; refer to higher level screening by school psychologist or child study team member when appropriate; provide community resources to students and families for continued wrap-around support. Create classroom activities meant to target a variety of issues including college/career readiness, Naviance registration/career interest inventories, and effective coping strategies. Facilitate small groups helping students deal with issues related to transition and stress management.Utilize Genesis and Naviance when working with student to uncover grades, attendance, transcripts, graduation requirements, and college planning; correspond personal letters of recommendation, upload teacher recommendations and transcripts to prospective colleges. Develop academic plans to improve school data outcomes that increase student attendance, promotion, grade-point averages, and graduation rates while working towards decreasing the number of discipline referrals and lack of student engagement.

Somerville, New Jersey

Counsel participants on career goals and provide case management to a diverse clientele facing barriers such as disability, substance abuse/ recovery, and/or lack of financial resources. Generate tracking report spreadsheets that determine current client status and ensures appropriate and timely follow up. Assist clients with utilizing online job search databases, linkage to government or non- profit volunteer sites, on -the- job training (OJT), educational opportunities or employment support workshops.Provided influential career advising of short-term and long-term goals that determine which educational opportunity is most appropriate for the clients’ needs.Administered comprehensive assessments that streamlined appropriate career development plans meant to increase knowledge or skills leading to better career prospects. Delivered informative and well-organized presentations that provided information regarding general program guidelines including eligibility requirements, policies, and department resources. Advised 60 new and/or prospective students looking to complete a degree, within a state or local community college, in applying for available funding sources through FAFSA, WIOA, Tuition Waiver and/or private resources. Evaluated transferable credits from all educational institutions to determine the anticipated completion date.Executed strong career coaching/counseling that included advising on current Labor Market Information, updating resume formats, and offering practical interview suggestions that improve placement outcomes

Howell, Nj

Provided regular follow up with a small caseload of students needing increased support and guidance intervention.Conducted a study skills group teaching organizational skills, time management strategies, and suggestions based on perceived learning styles.Created and implemented classroom lessons regarding student learning styles; assessed students' skills, abilities, and preferences while determining individual learning styles such as visual, auditory, or kinesthetic; offered advice on how to use this information for effective study skill techniques and test preparation. Mediated conflicts between students, parents, and teachers that lead to a positive learning environment; recommend resources if necessary; follow Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying (HIB) guidelines when appropriate.

Old Bridge, Nj

Provide professional and friendly customer service to a busy dealership encompassing all facets of a quality dealership experience.Generate spreadsheet and daily summary reports reflecting deposits and refunds for the sales, service and parts departments.Screen and forward telephone calls as well as provide other administrative functions.

Flemington, Nj

Executed strong case management, counseling and advocacy skills helping customers with severe and persistent mental illness enhance quality of life outcomes.Linked clients to community resources to assist with financial, housing, medical, educational and vocational needs.Developed and implemented client focused service plans outlining benchmarks and goals utilizing motivational interviewing techniques.

East Brunswick, Nj

Fielded comprehensive residential counseling in a group home setting assisting customers with severe and persistent mental illness tackle quality of life barriers.Facilitated monthly skills based educational workshops allowing residents to gain independence by understanding how to manage their finances, weekly meal planning, activities of daily living and transition goals.Collaborated with community resources to provide wrap-around care for residents.

Master Of Science (M.Sc.), Counselor Education/School Counseling And Guidance Services

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Psychology And Geography

Education record

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