Dena M. Clarke

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St Peters, MO 63376 ad4gjs@r.postjobfree.com

Education Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, FL Master of Science with a concentration on School Counseling, May 2003 Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach, FL Bachelor of Science in Psychology, May 2001

Palm Beach Community College Lake Worth, Fl

Associates of Arts Degree in General Studies, May 1999 Certifications

State of Ohio Standard Certificate for School Guidance Counselor State of Kentucky Standard Certificate for School Guidance Counselor Pre- Crises Training September 2007-2014

Experience August 2012- February 2015- Child Focus Cincinnati, OH School Based Mental Health Specialist

Collaborated with staff and outside agencies in the development, and implementation of school climate needs and client treatment plans. Provided direct client care by counseling individually and group setting

Documented client progress through confidential files Billed medicaid and private insurance for services Maintained constant communication with school district employees, Principals, and staff regarding client needs

Incorporated consistent evidence- based strategies with staff and clients March 1, 2011 – May 2012 Ethel M. Taylor Academy, Cincinnati, OH Tutor for students with developmental disabilities March 2008 – July 2010 Palm Springs Elementary Lake Worth, FL Guidance Counselor

Facilitate daily Character Education lessons in accordance with state benchmarks.

School Based Team Leader/ RTI leader

504 contact, Truancy contact, individual and group counseling Organize school wide events such as Red Ribbon Week, 5th grade Choice School Assembly, and Career Day.

Peacekeepers Club

Organize club events/ teach conflict resolution.

August 2003-March 2008 Chancellor Charter Elementary Lantana, FL Guidance Counselor

Managed school discipline plan, group and individual counseling Coordinated State and County Assessments. Facilitate monthly Character education in accordance with state benchmarks

Before Care Coordinator

Coordinated staff schedules, student activities, and payment