EDUCATION
THE CHICAGO SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY District of Columbia
M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling Summer 2016
CLARK ATLANTA UNIVERSITY Atlanta, Georgia
B.A. Psychology May 2011
FIELDS OF INTEREST
Counseling – Therapy – Group Therapy – Substance Abuse – Child Psychology – Families
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
LEAKE AND WATTS SERVICES INK Bronx, N.Y.
Direct Care Professional/ Residential Counselor/ Case Manager October 2012- August 2014
Coordinated community in residential halls through programming and interaction with residents.
Provided support to children, adults, and families with mental health issues, mostly Autism, Bipolar, Schizophrenia and Psychotic disorders
Administered medication including but not limited to Psychotropic meds.
Interpreted and enforce policies and HIPAA
Respond to emergency situations in the residence
Liaison between residents and staff for person centered focus
Act as resource for information regarding residential life and community involvement
METRO NEW YORK DEVELOPMENTALLY DIABLED SERVICE OFFICES Bronx, N.Y.
Camp Counselor September 2011 – May 2013
Supervised a group of mentally challenged individuals.
Assisted clients with basic adult living skills.
Assisted with doctor visits and recreational activities.
COMMERCIAL RETAIL
Target Inc. Atlanta, G.A.
Guest Services Team Member August 2007 – 2011
Resolve guest concerns promptly and accurately
Disseminate information regarding policy and procedure for returns
Process return transactions efficiently
Identify and report safety concerns
Fulfill online purchases
INTERSHIP/ VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
FRIENDSHIP CHARTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS District of Columbia
Chamberlain Elementary September 2015- December 2015
Provided individual and group counseling in specialized content areas to children with severe emotional disabilities grades Pre- K to 8th
Developed Individualized Education Plans, monthly progress reports, lessons and behavioral support notes
Created additional motivation strategies and incentives to maintain high interest in counseling session and the classroom
Provided input and support at interdisciplinary treatment team meetings on students’ function and behavior
Established positive relationships with parents, teachers, and staff
Tech Prep Academy January 2016- June 2016
Provided individual and group counseling to 9th through 12th grade students with severe learning and/or emotional disabilities
Established positive relationships with students and parents
Developed Individualized Education Plan, lessons and progress report
Provided a calm, structured and safe therapeutic environment
MARTHA’S TABLE September 2013- Present
Responsibilities- Prepared food and serve Senior that live in homes specifically for Senior citizens.
SO OTHERS MIGHT EAT (SOME) Spring 2015
Responsibilities- Assisted in serving the homeless get essential needs such as food, clothing, showering and medical care.
TORTURE ABOLITION AND SURVIVORS SUPPORT COALITION (TASSC) Spring 2015
Responsibilities- Assisted Immigrants in Therapeutic healing Process.
GRADY HOSPITAL Atlanta, Georgia
Research Intern (Intake Specialist) September 2009- May 2011
Responsibilities: Conducted interviews for research participants, assisted administration with questionnaires and follow ups, assisted with group therapy for incoming participants, recruited eligible candidates throughout the hospital and used data entry in Microsoft Excel using the SPSS program.
COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY SERVICE
Chicago School Student Association; Director of Community Advocacy on the Executive Board
Women’s Leadership Counsel; Treasurer on the Executive Board
Black Student Association; Recorded meeting minutes
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
SPSS
REFERENCES
Furnished Upon Request