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Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Walpole, Massachusetts

Maintained a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment to develop clients' self-reliance. Provided direct supervision, behavior management, and crisis intervention for youth in school and residential settings. Supported a client population with severe emotional, behavioral, psychological, and educational challenges. Utilized the evidence-based practices of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention to help clients regulate and manage strong emotions. Integrated use of Restorative Justice practices into classroom management through facilitation of community building talking circles. Assisted in the educational development and academic instruction of Grades 3-8. Facilitated Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) among clients.

Brockton, Massachusetts

Assisted with teaching of small social skills lessons. Conducted observations of students in their classroom. Provided strategies and accommodations for children with behavioral difficulties. Mentored students during individual check-ins.

Brockton, Massachusetts

Interviewed family members to prepare them for the Family Group Conference. Located and notified family using the Family Finding Model to ensure the children had life-long supports. Reviewed case files to identify the strengths and concerns of the families involved. Shadowed workers from different departments such as ongoing work, screening, investigation, adoption, and human resources.

Hanover, Massachusetts

Distributed medication as prescribed. Supported adults residents in developing skills for self-care, safety, communication, and activities of daily living. Encouraged residents while providing hurdle help to complete general housekeeping, cooking, and household tasks. Provided assistance with personal care, medical appointments, and community access. Implemented behavior plan strategies and helped develop goals to maintain safety. Maintained documentation and communication with team members.

Brockton, Massachusetts

Initiated and maintained contact with victims of criminal cases filed by the District Attorney's Office. Provided guidance and support while victims were involved in the criminal justice system. Accompanied victims to court while offered emotional support. Reviewed new cases daily to determine victim contact needs. Provided resources, referrals, and other appropriate assistance to victims. Notified victims of inmates' release or escape.

Master'S Degree, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Bachelor’S Degree, Counseling Psychology