vocational rehabilitation counseling intern resume example with 2+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Professional Summary
Recent college graduate pursuing a rewarding career as a vocational rehabilitation counselor. Experience working with 14-18 year old adolescents with various types of disabilities (i.e. intellectual, behavioral, physical) in a classroom setting. Adept at working with the disabled veteran population in a vocational yet therapeutic setting within a VA Medical Center as an intern for the Compensated Work Therapy (CWT) program. Strong commitment to client advocacy with a proven track record of utilizing resources to meet individual objectives.
Skills
Job development and placement
Vocational counseling and guidance (1 year)
Treatment planning
Caseload management
Job coaching
Proven leadership skills
Extremely organized
Customer service
High level written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write and present effective lesson plans
Public speaking
Advanced Proficiency In; MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Prezi (8 years)
Workshop coordination
Student counseling/guidance
Classroom management
Group and individual instruction
Work History
01/2020 to 04/2020
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling InternJohn D. Dingell VA Medical Center 40 Hrs/w – City, STATE,
Interacted with veterans on a regular basis to discuss their employment or vocational goals
Assisted veterans in job search activities on a daily basis by helping them apply for open positions on various job search engines
Met with veterans one-on-one on a daily basis to learn about their personalities, education, work experience, skills and interests to effectively develop a personalized resume and engage in job search activities
Developed personalized treatment plans collaboratively with clients to identify achievable goals and the interventions necessary to achieve their identified goals
Masterfully managed a caseload of more than 7 clients
Helped clients adapt to altered lifestyles while providing therapeutic environments for clients
Assisted with mock interviews and work readiness groups
Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs
Sat-in during initial intake/triage assessments on a weekly basis to determine what services will be provided to the veteran
Administered assessment inventories such as the C-SSRS, GAD-7, and PHQ-9
Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs
Cultivated relationships with potential employers and with referral agencies
01/2017 to 08/2017
Workshop Facilitator/TrainerOPTIMUM WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS, INC 40 Hrs/w – City, STATE,
Ensured that Transition to Success Program Curriculum was delivered professionally and effectively to meet desired learning objectives
Maintained classroom management within a class of approximately 15 9th-12th grade students
Expertly managed time during the course of the workshops to ensure all aspects of the lesson plan were delivered
Related to students about their personal aspirations, college and career options, and skills for success in school and life
Generated a participant report for each student based on criteria identified by Optimum Workforce Solutions
Contributed feedback to other facilitators and Lead Facilitator
Coordinated with the assigned Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) district Pre-ETS counselor on a regular basis to discuss student aspirations (i.e. college, vocational training, employment) following graduation from high school
07/2011 to 12/2011
Roller Coaster OperatorADVENTURE ISLAND BUSCH GARDENS 35 Hrs/w – City, STATE,
Guest Relations
Maintained cleanliness of roller coaster area
Ensured safe operation of roller coaster
Tested roller coaster daily to ensure smooth operation
Provided directions to park patrons regarding safety over an intercom system
Operated controls to start and stop ride
06/2005 to 02/2007
Deck Department Divisional DCPO/E-3 UndesignatedUNITED STATES NAVY 60 Hrs/w – City, STATE,
Informed vessel's damage control Chief Petty Officer/Fire Marshal of all divisional firefighting equipment malfunctions
Performed required maintenance on Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate watertight closures (hatches, scuttles, and doors) in divisional spaces to ensure shipboard readiness
Conducted daily inspections of divisional spaces for the elimination of fire hazards
Performed preventative maintenance on various damage control related divisional equipment on military vessel
Served as primary first responder to fires or floods onboard ship
Executed various watch/lookout activities while underway and stood armed standing/roving security watches while in port
Operated sound-powered telephone systems for shipboard communication
Education
Expected in 04/2020 to to
Master of Arts: Rehabilitation Counseling & Community Inclusion Wayne State University - Detroit, MI GPA:
Expected in 05/2016 to to
Bachelor of Arts: Mass Communications Concentration Public Relations University of South Florida - Tampa, FL GPA:
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