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Carlsbad, California, United States

- Assisted and collaborated with the creation and development of counseling program at elementary level in district- Taught approximately 40 classroom lessons monthly on coping skills, resiliency, conflict resolution, empathy, self-esteem, anxiety, and mindfulness- Assessed, advised, and followed up with students regarding current and future academic/ career goals- Created regular social/emotional counselor check-ins as well as follow up with students requiring additional support- Led group counseling sessions on new student orientation, emotion management, friendships, family dynamics, and anxiety- Assist students with development of self-advocacy, resiliency, and current problem solving skills- Ability to create and disseminate presentations in engaging manner using visual/audio techniques and handouts- Participated in IEP/504/SST meetings as counselor and provided appropriate recommendations for student and families- Promoted career awareness activities through Thrively program- Collaborated with teachers, staff, and families weekly and provided resources according to needs- Led, organized, and presented analysis of student mental health data to administration quarterly- Maintained an understanding of online student information system and ability to use on daily basis- Participated in crisis, short-term, solution-focused counseling and community referral process- Attended professional development to further enhance knowledge of ASCA RAMP program and restorative practices

La Habra, California, United States

- Assess, advise, and follow up with students regarding current and future academic/ career goals- Involved in action team that successfully improved student attendance through parent and student communication- Created regular social/emotional counselor check-ins as well as follow up with students requiring additional support- Assist with registration for incoming freshmen and current LHHS students- Proficient knowledge and familiarity with transcripts and A-G requirements - Assist students with development of self-advocacy, resiliency, and current problem solving skills- Ability to create and disseminate presentations in engaging manner using visual/audio techniques and handouts- Gained understanding of counselor role in IEP/504 meetings through observation- Assisted PSAT coordinator with test day organization and implementation and post-test configuration - Promoted career awareness activities such as career fairs and Naviance platform- Led, organized, and executed Study Skills Presentation for 45 at-risk of failure students- Assisted with Wellness Wednesdays, a wellness group for students covering issues such as stress management and study skills- Maintained an understanding of online student information system and ability to use on daily basis- Managed small caseload of students to check in with at least once a month- Provided academic counseling to at-risk students and families and referral to remediation program as needed- Participated in crisis, short-term, solution-focused counseling and community referral process- Adapted quickly and efficiently to COVID-19 changes and supported counseling team with transitions as needed

Whittier, California, United States

- Created regular social/emotional counselor check-ins as well as follow up with students requiring additional support- Ability to create and disseminate presentations in engaging manner using visual/audio techniques and handouts- Managed small caseload of students to check in with at least once a week- Adapted quickly and efficiently to COVID-19 changes and supported counseling team with transitions as needed

Orange, California, United States

- Facilitate residents' daily activities in residential setting including assistance with daily activities, chores supervision, assistance with meal service, laundry, transport to outside meetings or appointments, etc.- Observe and monitor residents' behavior and intervene based on schedule, individual treatment plans and house needs

Crestline, California, United States

- Connected with students during team recreation as team captain by encouraging team work based on individual strengths- Organized and conducted night events for large church youth groups

Master Of Education - Med, Educational And Clinical Counseling

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Campus Life Crew, Alpha Leader, Discipleship Group

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Basketball, Student Council, Creative Writing Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Charity League