Support Specialist Care Giver
Resume:
Onika Burrowes, MFT, BSW, MSC, M.Ed
Hackensack, NJ, 07601
(M) 201-***-****
***********@*****.***
Objective: To utilize my expertise in counseling and supportive services.
Education:
Master of Arts: Marriage and Family Therapy Specialization: General Family Therapy: June 2020
Northcentral University: Scottsdale, AZ
Bachelor of Science – Social Work May 2014
Rutgers University: Newark, NJ
Minor in Art
Lindsey Wilson College
Certifications – School Counseling 2021
Associate in Science: Sociology
Hudson County College, Jersey City, NJ
Experiences:
February 2023- Present Virtual
IIC-Marriage and Family Therapy
Intensive In-Community Service (IIC) is an incisive, goal oriented, and needs based clinical intervention that addresses emotional and behavioral challenges of youth with moderate to high needs.
Support the youth and family in collaboration with the Child Family Team (CFT) or identified support system.
Short- term, solution focused intervention that addresses presenting behaviors resulting in the youth and her/his family/care giver/guardian gaining insight and improving function at home and in the community.
February 2022- Present Bridgewater Regional High School Bridgewater, NJ
Student Assistance Counselor/Mental Health Counselor
Knowledge of interviewing and counseling techniques needed to obtain information and counsel
students with behavioral problems and problems related to substance abuse;
Knowledge of the effects of alcohol and other psychoactive substances and of the chemically dependent
person, his/her language, and the degree of the disease to identify symptoms and plan appropriate
action;
Knowledge of various treatment modalities necessary to plan and implement treatment approaches and
strategies;
Knowledge of community organizations and institutions dealing with youth in order to choose services that
can best help students in a variety of situations;
September 2019 – 2021 Clinical Intern School Base Provider Hackensack, NJ
Clinical Program Manager – School Based Services –Hackensack School District
• Provide individual, group & family therapy, professional development, parenting skills workshops for school based clinical program grades 5-12.
• Collaborate with Administrators, Child Study Team, Guidance Department and Student Assistance Counselors for coordination of care for students.
• Lead weekly cognitive behavioral therapy groups, social skills groups and daily peer support lunch groups.
• Skilled in CBT, Trauma Informed Care, Behavior Modification, Play Therapy, Mindfulness, Guided Imagery, Meditation, Peer Mediation, School Based Comprehensive Assessment, Risk Assessment & Community Resources.
• Referrals to outpatient therapy and other community resources as needed.
June2019-2021 Hackensack Middle School Hackensack, NJ
Guidance School Counselor
Increased college application rates by 15% after introducing a training program for senior students on how to complete scholarship and general acceptance applications
Provided immediate crisis counseling and ongoing support for 40+ students following a school tragedy.
Conducted specialized counseling sessions for students with disabilities and behavioral issues
Implemented a voluntary peer mentorship program in which 10 senior students provided guidance to the incoming freshmen class
Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests and educational goals.
Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations.
Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration.
Collaborated with teachers to define therapy objectives and analyze progress.
Developed new student orientation programs to build excitement around transfer and enrollment.
Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
Implemented career counseling path mandated by state, working with parents and students to implement new parent-teacher conference approach
Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
Taught lessons to students and faculty regarding issues such as bullying and drug abuse.
March 2018 – September 2021 Children's Aid and Family Services, Bergen County Hackensack, NJ
Individual Support Specialist Tech2
• Individual & Family Therapy
• Trained in using Care Logic for intakes, assessments, treatment plans and progress notes.
• Provides services to children ages 3-21 with special needs while in the youth's home and/or community
• Completes the Child Adaptive Behavior Summary (CABS) with the individual and their parent/guardian; Creates and develops a Treatment Plan that will be implemented by the ISS Tech2.
June2021-Augut2021 Ramapo Country Day Camp, New York
Camp Specialist
• Specialist role is to enrich, inspire and strengthen campers through their area of expertise throughout the camp season. We expect to bring enthusiasm, knowledge, strong organizational skills and talent, as they engage campers and staff in their particular area.
September2012-2014 YMCA, Newark, New Jersey
Intern Social Worker/Counselor
• Conducted specialized counseling sessions for students with disabilities and behavioral issues
• Implemented a voluntary peer mentorship program in which 10 senior students provided guidance to the incoming freshmen class
• Increased college application rates by 15% after introducing a training program for senior students on how to complete scholarship and general acceptance applications
• Provided immediate crisis counseling and ongoing support for 40+ students following a school tragedy
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