Emily Russen Email & Phone Number

Burlington, Vermont, United States

- Develops and maintains a comprehensive school counseling program focused on the needs of students through school counseling curriculum, individual student planning, responsive services, and system support.- Consults with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and supporting agencies concerning the needs and abilities of students.- Prioritizes creating and maintaining a safe and inclusive environment for all students, families, and staff through the use of inclusive language, translation services, visuals, curriculum, and professional development opportunities.- Assists in making recommendations for school curriculum and instructional practices; acts as an integral member of the educational support team (EST).- Responds to crises and provides immediate support (suicide ideation, dysregulated behaviors, death/illness of a family member, etc).- Participates in ongoing professional development. - Provides classroom guidance to grades K-5 on a 5-week rotating schedule.- Provides short-term individual and small group counseling as clinically indicated.

San Diego, California, United States

- Co-facilitated DBT based therapy groups.- Provided support for graduate trainees within the program.- Responsible for clear and concise documentation of progress in treatment through the timely completion of assigned documentation (e.g. communication logs, attendance sheets, progress notes, serious incident reports, CPS reports, etc). Tracked and ensured the clinical team adequately and timely completed documentation in accordance with the Joint Commission Procedures.- Provided therapeutic support and consultation to parents and staff members regarding intakes, treatment planning, and discharge processes.- Acted as the main contact person for professionals and families. Screened all youth/families to ensure the IOP could best support presenting concerns; maintained ongoing communications with client families related to scheduling and sharing skills content. - Conducted frequent community outreach and collaboration (local hospitals, outpatient providers, CPS). Provided bi-weekly feedback reports to all major referral sources.- Maintained and edited program protocols/policies/procedures. Assisted the agency’s Data Analyst Manager in running monthly data reports; responsible for client/record tracking, including the use of the electronic medical record system, Netsmart (NTST).

San Diego, California, United States

- Co-developed both virtual and in-person programs.- Developed lesson plans in alignment with DBT curriculum; delivered lessons on a weekly basis.- Acted as the main contact person for families during their intake processes; co-facilitated intake appointments.- Advocated for IOP services on behalf of the youth and families with insurance companies; pursued single case agreements if necessary.

408 Hinesburg Rd, Charlotte, Vt 05445

- Developed and implemented group counseling opportunities, such as classroom guidance, small lunch-bunches, friendship groups, and Monday morning transitional groups. - Coordinated with student support teams on a weekly basis.- Provided additional one-on-one counseling support service as needed, using a solution-focused lens and play therapy.

550 Dorset Street So Burlington, Vt 05403

- Facilitated group counseling; designed and implemented a group for transfer students focused on social engagement while exploring anxieties and stressors related to their transfer experiences.- Provided individual counseling throughout the year; addressed student concerns regarding race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, SES, and ability.- Performed additional Guidance responsibilities such as ACT/SAT prep and assisted students with their college application process; wrote 40+ letters of recommendations for seniors applying for higher education.- Frequently communicated and collaborated with families regarding their student’s emotional, social, and academic success/areas in need of support.- Actively participated in MTSS (Multi-tiered Systems of Support), IEP, and 504 processes; ensured students voices were heard and prioritized along the way.

1645 North Avenue, Burlington, Vt 05408

Experience working with intensive-needs students including ADHD, Autism and visual impairments. Over 20 hours of training in visually reading/typing Braille. CPI Trained.

Master'S Degree, Counselor Education/School Counseling And Guidance Services

Bachelor’S Degree, Psychology/Studio Art

Double Major