Development Health

SHARELL WARREN-CHASE, M.A., LPC

P.O. Box *** • Saint Rose, Louisiana 70087

Cell 504-***-****

Email- *******.***********@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a position where my years of experience and knowledge will be an asset to your

organization.

CERTIFICATIONS

Licensed Professional Counselor (TX), #70600

Certified School Guidance Counselor (LA), #AN 510620

WORK EXPERIENCE

2012- Present City of New Orleans – Healthy Start New Orleans, LA

Health Project & Planning Senior Analyst (Case Management/Health Educator

Counselor)

Develop, conduct and evaluate health education within the program. Provide intensive

case management for adolescents (pregnant and parenting). Counsel individuals and

families on topics related: substance abuse, mental health, parenting and child

development.

2010- 2012 RSD- Joseph Craig Elementary New Orleans, LA

School Counselor Intern

Conduct group and individual counseling, parent and agency consultation, academic

planning and classroom guidance activities. Assist teachers and administrators in referrals

and educational placement of students.

2009- 2010 Resources for Human Development Terrytown, LA

Substance Abuse Child Development Specialist/Counselor

Provide intensive case management services for families with substance abuse and mental

health issues. Conduct groups and workshops to educate parents in the area of child

development through materials and curricula developed for this purpose. Provides

developmental assessments of children birth through school-age children; teach parents

ways to enhance their child’s developmental potential. Provide supervision for the child

development staff. Participate in staffing of individual cases (member of a

multidisciplinary team) and groups and in developing treatment plans, Individual Family

Service Plan (IFSP) and implemented Individualized Service Recovery Plan (ISRP)

pertaining to child development. Counsel individuals and families on topics related to

substance abuse, mental health, parenting and child development.

2007-2008 Recovery School District New Orleans, LA

Teacher (3rd grade)

Plan and implement programs of instruction that adheres to the district philosophy, goals,

and objectives as outlined in the adopted course of study. Make purposeful and

appropriate lesson plans that provide for effective teaching strategies and maximize time

on task. Plan and implement a program of study designed to meet individual needs of

students. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety

of appropriate teaching strategies.

2003-2005 Excelth Inc. New Orleans, LA

Child Care Teacher/Children Services Counselor

Provides direct care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Develop daily lesson plans and

activities based on age appropriate curriculum. Assess and document daily development

stages and growth level. Provide therapeutic services (counseling, prevention treatment,

life- skills training and advisement) for children of homeless and substance abuse

mothers.

EDUCATION

2007-2011 New Orleans, LA

Xavier University of Louisiana

Master of Arts in Counseling

2005-2006 New Orleans, LA

Southern University at New Orleans

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

2002-2005 Chalmette, LA

Nunez Community College

Associate of Arts certification in Early Childhood Education

REFERENCES Available upon request

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