LaTonya Brown
Monroe
Summary
Compassionate School Counselor with several years experience in advising students on academic, mental health, and social issues. Demonstrated success in advocating for student needs and fostering a supportive environment. Committed to promoting student success through empathetic listening and culturally competent, data-driven strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Monroe City School System
Monroe
08.2018 - Current
- Maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, and administration.
- Monitored attendance records and identified patterns of absenteeism that may indicate underlying issues requiring attention.
- Coordinate with outside agencies to ensure students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Provide all students with academic support, career guidance, and offer emotional and social support.
- Served as a liaison between schools, families, agencies and other stakeholders involved in providing appropriate supports for students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in the classroom.
- Counseled students regarding variety of social, educational and interpersonal issues.
- Provide direct and indirect services as part of Positive Behaviors Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- SEL Classroom Instruction
- Directed and participated in recruitment and enrollment activities.
- Standardized Test Administrator
- School Building Level Committee Chair
- Trained testing team members.
Addiction Counselor Training
River City Professional Counseling Services
Monroe
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided counseling services to individuals struggling with substance abuse.
- Designed and implemented treatment plans based on individual client needs and goals.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment strategies accordingly.
- Educated clients on coping mechanisms, relapse prevention, and maintaining sobriety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive and effective care.
- Maintained accurate client records according to agency policies while ensuring confidentiality of all information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborated with other professionals including medical staff, social workers, psychiatrists, psychologists and family members to provide comprehensive care for clients.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss client progress and coordinate interdisciplinary care plans.
- Helped clients transcend addiction and rebuild lives by empowering each with knowledge and skills.
- Provided referrals and linkage to community resources such as housing assistance, employment opportunities.
- Attended professional conferences, workshops, seminars related to addictions counseling.
Mental Health Professional Counselor
Rivercity Professional Counseling Services
Monroe
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Connected clients with community resources for additional support and care.
- Facilitated discussions to help clients explore feelings and improve personal insight and relationships.
- Documented client progress and maintained confidentiality in all records.
- Authored comprehensive reports summarizing clients' mental health and treatment advancements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide consistent care and prevent service fragmentation
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients to promote trust and understanding of therapeutic process.
- Educated families on the importance of adherence to treatment plans while providing emotional support.
- Advised caregivers on how best to support their loved ones living with a mental illness.
- Encouraged positive behavior modification techniques among clients during counseling sessions.
- Guided clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date progress notes of client progress.
- Consulted with school personnel and community agencies to facilitate referrals for services.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay informed about the latest counseling techniques and theories.
Education
Master of Science - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2018
Master of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA12.2001
Skills
- Effective listening skills
- Organization and Time management
- Strong Communication skills
- Leadership
- Empathy
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Cultural Competence
References
- Kendrick, January, 318-450-7020, Monroe City Schools
- Deborah, Doublin, 318-614-6831, RiverCity Professional Counseling Services
- Stacy Sanders, 915-276-2548, RiverCity Professional Counseling Services
Timeline
School Counselor
Monroe City School System
08.2018 - Current
Addiction Counselor Training
River City Professional Counseling Services
05.2017 - 08.2018
Mental Health Professional Counselor
Rivercity Professional Counseling Services
05.2016 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Louisiana At Monroe
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