High School Mental Health

Madelynne Menendez

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City: Annapolis

State: MD

Zip: 21401

Country: USA

Phone: 304-***-****

Skill Level: Any

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Primary Skills/Experience:

I love to work with individuals looking for guidance. I am attending a graduate program at Grand Canyon University to obtain my master's of science degree in professional counseling. Presently, I have my B.S. in psychology and have worked as a mental health specialist at Chestnut Ridge Hospital. My position there allowed me to work for a combined 4 years with teenage boys who had been court ordered to live on the residential unit and complete drug rehabilitation. I love to help people and have a warm and caring heart. It would be a wonderful opportunity to continue to work in this field. I love children, enjoy being around others, and am flexible to changes. I am a fast learner, have good listening skills, want to help other, and love to witness the growth in people.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from Fairmont State University, Fairmont WV 1/2001 to 5/2006 (Psychology)

High School Dipolma from Fairmont State University, Fairmont WV 1/2001 to 12/2012

High School Dipolma from Notre Dame High School, Fairmont WV 1/2001 to 12/2012

High School Dipolma from Radford University, Fairmont WV 1/2001 to 12/2012

Job History / Details:

Professional Summary

I love to work with individuals looking for guidance. I am attending a graduate program at Grand Canyon University to obtain my master's of science degree in professional counseling. Presently, I have my B.S. in psychology and have worked as a mental health specialist at Chestnut Ridge Hospital. My position there allowed me to work for a combined 4 years with teenage boys who had been court ordered to live on the residential unit and complete drug rehabilitation. I love to help people and have a warm and caring heart. It would be a wonderful opportunity to continue to work in this field. I love children, enjoy being around others, and am flexible to changes. I am a fast learner, have good listening skills, want to help other, and love to witness the growth in people.

Skill Highlights

Helped build developmental plans for autistic and sensory disorder children

Worked with a variety of children, including special needs, as a day camp counselor

Experience working with children

Have cared for an underdeveloped child with problems in areas such as eating, speech, and motor skills.

Accomplishments

Bachelor's of Science in Psychology

Minor in Criminal Justice

Presently attending a Master's program in Professional Counseling at Grand Canyon University

Professional Experience

12/3/2012 12:00:00 AM

March 2012 to December 2012

Chestnut Ridge Hospital Morgantown, WV

Mental Health Specialist

Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.Taught clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills and functional living skills.Consulted with and developed appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plans for dually diagnosed patients.

January 2010 to November 2012

P F Chang's China Bistro Annapolis, MD

Waitress/Bartender

I worked in providing for the customer as a waitress and bartender. I also helped train other waitress/waiters.

January 2009 to January 2010

Annabel Timm's School of Ballet Instructor

Instructor/Choreographer

I taught children and adults in different forms of dance. I also provided choreography for Bridgeport High School danceline, and for other performances.

January 2008 to January 2010

Chestnut Ridge Hospital Morgantown, WV

Mental Health Specialist

January 2008 to January 2010

Pizazz Dance Academy

Instructor

I taught children and adults in hip hop dance. I also provided choreography for performances.

January 2004 to January 2008

Damon's Grill

Waitress/Trainer/Bartender

I provided for guests as a waitress and bartender. I also trained all the staff that were hired as waitresses/waiters.

January 2007 to January 2007

Private

Babysitter/Developmentalist

I assisted a 2 year old child in her developmental delays. She had a feeding tube, and could not speak or orally intake food. She also had issues with sensory stimulations.

2006 to 2007

Studio Instructor

January 2002 to January 2006

YMCA

Day Camp Counselor

Organized activities that developed children's physical, emotional and social growth.Redirected children to encourage safe, positive behaviors.Helped facilitate indoor and outdoor play, parent-teacher conferences and keeping the classroom clean.Created daily lesson plans for activities.Physically and verbally interacted with children throughout the day.Established and maintained a safe play environment for the children.Monitored children's play activities to verify safety and wellness.Openly exchanged ideas and materials with coworkers.

2001 to 2006

Annabel Timm's School of Ballet

Instructor

2000 to 2001

Arby's Cashier/Cook

January 2000 to January 2001

Bel Meadows Country Club

Waitress/Cashier/Cook

January 1999 to January 2000

Private

Babysitter/Nanny

Redirected children to encourage safe, positive behaviors.Taught children safe behavior such as seeking adult assistance when crossing the street and avoiding contact with unsafe objects.Modeled appropriate social behaviors and encouraged concern for others.Supervised children while parents were on vacation, business trips and weekend getaways.Physically and verbally interacted with children throughout the day.Dressed children and changed diapers.Engaged children with games and puzzles.Maintained accurate daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.Maintained a child-friendly environment with engaging activities and continuous access to the outdoors.

Education and Training

present Grand Canyon University, AZ

Master's Professional Counseling

2006 Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV

Bachelor of Science Psychology

2002 Notre Dame High School Clarksburg, WV

High School Diploma

2002 Radford University Radford, VA

Fairmont State University Psychology and minor Criminal Justice Dance and Psychology

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