Special Education Mental Health

TIMOTHY A. NORRIS

**** ******** ***** *******, ** 39272

601-***-**** acugzn@r.postjobfree.com or acugzn@r.postjobfree.com

LICENSURE AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

•Licensed in Psychometry (Class AAA, License No. 237207), State Board of Education of Mississippi

Endorsements in K-12: Business Education (7-12), Social Studies (7-12), Psychometry (K-12)

Renewal Cycle: 7/1/2011 - 6/30/2016

• Additional licensure in Psychometry - District of Columbia

• Mississippi Counseling Association, Member

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

•Academic credentials, licensure, and experience in screening, assessments, psychodiagnosis, and development of effective interventions for a broad range of youth and adult populations.

•Psychometric experience includes determination of appropriate assessments, assessment administration, and interpretation, scoring, and reporting results. Populations assessed include gifted; persons with mental, behavioral and learning disabilities; and general youth and adult populations. Assessments include pre-school screening, developmental screening, aptitude and ability assessments, personality (MMPI), Achievement ability (Woodcock-Johnson), and Intelligence ability Reynolds Intellectual Assessment Scales (RIAS) BASC, WASI and WRAT 4.

•Successful internship under a noted clinical psychologist at St. Dominic Medical Associates, performing up to eight tests per day, primarily on youth with issues in school. Testing areas included intelligence, ADHD, behavior, Achievement and Personality.

•Counseling experience and knowledge base includes Alcohol and Drug, teen delinquency, marriage and family, and trauma for individuals, groups, and residents of halfway houses.

•Keen observational skills and interpersonal ability with high degree of confidentiality and integrity in dealing with clients, parents, and caregivers. The ability to work with teachers, education specialists, other psychometrists, counselors, and psychologists to find solution for a child that may have problems.

•Related experience includes the following: Counselor, Jump Start Youth Summer Camp (males 18 and under); Volunteer Counselor, Center for Substance Abuse Treatment; Prevention Counselor, Rapid HIV Testing; Cross Trainer, Collaborative System of Prevention (substance abuse and infectious disease); Member, N Roads Inc. (leadership and guidance for out-of-school youth)

•Value-added strong business background in operations and human resource management, payroll, bookkeeping, marketing, and training.

EDUCATION

Mississippi College Clinton, MS

Doctor of Professional Counseling May 2015

Dissertation: Developing an integrative parental training program manual for the primary custodial caretaker of children who are defiant to enhance the parent-child relationship

Jackson State University Jackson, MS

Specialist in Education, Psychometry May 2010

Thesis: The Relationship of Familial and Environment Factors with Juvenile Delinquency

Master of Arts, Sociology May 2008

Jackson State University 2007

Study Abroad

Emphasis: Spanish Language and the Spanish Culture

Belhaven University Jackson, MS

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration May 2001

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mississippi Department of Human Services Raymond, MS

Division of Youth Services Oakley Youth 2015

Development Center (Second Chance Re-Entry Program)

Assistance Program Coordinator and Academic Teacher

As the assistant program coordinator to the program coordinator, the responsibilities include adopting and effectively implementing program services demonstrated to reduce recidivism and promote a youth’s positive development, particularly through cognitive behavioral and family/community-centric approaches which are intended to improve youth outcomes. The re-entry program provides mental health, education, employment training, transition support, health and behavioral rehabilitation services. Services are provided in a therapeutic environment that provides an array of therapeutic interventions delivered by specially trained staff and mental health professionals. All activities and services shall be documented in an individual case file which is protected to promote and ensure confidentiality mandated by law. Under the direction of the Coordinator, assisted with daily operations of the cottage for up to 15 males whose ages range 16 to 18 and are high risk of becoming involved in the Juvenile Justice System.

Copiah County School District Hazlehurst, MS

Psychometrist 2014 - Present

As a Psychometrist in the district under the supervision of the special education director, my responsibilities were to serve as member of the Special Education Department (SPED) Assessment Team. Communicate effectively with all school and district personnel; maintain confidentiality of students, parents and personnel. Engage in professional development, including Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) trainings to remain current with state/federal requirements. Serve as chairman of the District Screening Team. Evaluate children receiving services to ascertain needs were being met and children that were not receiving services to determine eligibility. Perform comprehensive assessments and pre-school screening in accordance with the Mississippi Department of Education’s criteria for eligibility regulated by IDEA. Test students, complete detailed reports, and analyzed assessment data. Observe and note behavior of students during assessments. Administer, score, and interpret psychological and neuropsychological tests.

Jackson Mental Health Agency Jackson, MS

Mental Health Director 2014

Ensured all client files were updated daily; ensured each therapist is providing the proper intervention and therapy for each client. Established community support with the families to ensure each client gets the support from everyone that the client has contact with daily. Verified client notes were accurate. Oversaw and managed a staff of 15, which included 4 social workers 6 assistants, and bus drivers. Oversaw and managed a budget totaling $60,000.

Compassionate Hearts Jackson Mental Health Agency Jackson, MS

Mental Health Therapist 2013 - 2014

As a mental health therapist my responsibilities included providing psychotherapy, group counseling, marital/couple counseling or family therapy was provided. Addressed deeper emotional issues and relationship dynamics that may underline the stress clients were experiencing and processed their thoughts to resolve issues. Conducted home visits to provide a stronger support system between the client, family, and therapist.

Holmes County School District Lexington, MS

Psychometrist 2011 - 2013

As a Psychometrist in the district, under the supervision of the special education director, my responsibilities were to serve as member of the SPED Assessment Team. Serve as chairman of the District Screening Team. Evaluate children receiving services to ascertain needs were being met and children that were not receiving services to determine eligibility. Performed comprehensive assessments and pre-school screening in accordance with the Mississippi Department of Education’s criteria for eligibility regulated by IDEA. Test students, complete detailed reports, and analyzed assessment data. Observed and note behavior of students during assessments. Administered, scored, and interpreted psychological and neuropsychological tests.

Behavior Interventionist Supportive Living Jackson, MS

Behavior Intervention Specialist 2011 -2012

Assisted in reducing maladaptive behaviors to the point where they are extinct into society, creating meaningful, thriving relationships. The student’s ages were between 3 and 21 whom also suffered from a wide range of disabilities.

Vicksburg Warren School District Vicksburg, MS

Psychometrist 2010 - 2011

As the Psychometrist for the district under supervision of the special education director, my responsibilities were to serve as a member of the Special Education Department (SPED) Assessment Team. Evaluate children receiving services to ascertain needs were being met and children that were not receiving services to determine eligibility. Performed comprehensive assessments and pre-school screening in accordance with the Mississippi Department of Education’s criteria for eligibility regulated by IDEA. Tested hundreds of students, completed detailed reports, and analyzed assessment data. Observed and noted behavior of students during assessments. Administered, scored, and interpreted psychological and neuropsychological tests.

Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) Jackson, MS

Monitor and Consultant 2009-2010

Integral member of MDE’s Office of Special Education monitoring team charged with establishing, monitoring, and enforcing regulations governing special education, related services, and programs. Supervised and monitored the state’s obligation under IDEA and Mississippi law and provided consultations designed to improve the monitoring and evaluation process.

United Parcel Service Jackson, MS

Supervisor, Human Resource Department 1990 - 2005

Developed and managed employment, training, and education programs as well as salary compensation, benefits, and job evaluation. Interviewed, tested, and coached employees. Monitored and evaluated personnel policies, benefits plans, and Equal Opportunity initiatives.

Mom’s Dream Kitchen 1987 - Present

(Formerly Collins Dream Kitchen) Jackson, MS

Owner/Manager

Manages all aspects of this family-owned landmark Southern cuisine restaurant and served as its accountant for ten years. Oversees all areas of this fast-paced business including sales, marketing & advertising; finances, human resources and training; hiring and staffing; food service and health standards compliance; portion control and serving; and events. I am also responsible for significant increases in revenue, retention of employees, employee morale, productivity, and emphasis on customer service.

Oversee and manage 12 employees.

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