kaitlin walsh resume-february 2015
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Kaitlin R. Walsh 190 Tice Lane
Lebanon, PA 17042
(717) 304-9128
Secondary school counselor with more than seven years of experience working with children and adolescents in
various settings. Advanced interpersonal skills and trained in multiple counseling techniques. Proficient in
Microsoft Office.
EDUCATION
Millersville University, Millersville, PA
Master of Education, December 2012
GPA: 3.70
St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, May 2007
GPA: 3.29
Fairfield University, Florence, Italy
Study Abroad, spring 2006
AWARDS AND TRAINING
Flight Team Member
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention: CPI, July 2013
National Society for Collegiate Scholars: St. Joseph’s University, spring 2004
EXPERIENCES
Lebanon Middle School, Lebanon, PA
Long-term Substitute School Counselor, March 2015 to May 2015
Implement a comprehensive, developmental school counseling program for 6th
, 7th
, and 8th graders
Support students across academic, personal/social and career domains
Collaborate with administrators, teachers, parents, community members and agencies to assist students in
maximizing potential
PSSA test preparation and monitoring
Pennsylvania Counseling Services, Lebanon, PA
School-Based Outpatient Therapist, December 2013 to February 2015
Provided mental health services at the elementary and middle school levels
Collaborated with teachers and school counselors
Developed goals and assessed progress of students in treatment
Facilitated individual and family sessions
Lebanon Middle School, Lebanon, PA
Tutor-ESOL Title III After-School Program, October 2013 to May 2014
Offered academic support to students of all levels in the ESOL program
Identified needs and developed plan for instruction
Assessed progress of each student
Lebanon Middle School, Lebanon, PA
Long-Term Substitute Teacher-Supplemental Science, October 2013 to December 2013
Developed and implemented lesson plans for students in grades 6, 7 and 8
Identified various learning styles of students and created positive classroom environment
Assessed abilities and progress of students
Lebanon Middle School, Lebanon, PA
School Counseling Student, January 2013 to June 2013
Individual and group counseling
Consultation with teachers and administrators
Classroom guidance lessons
Parent/teacher conferences
TW Ponessa & Associates Counseling Services, Inc., Lebanon, PA
Mobile Therapist/Behavior Specialist Consultant, January 2013 to October 2013
Client-centered therapy for children
Transferred skills to caregivers
Behavioral support and interventions
Treatment plan development and implementation
Masonic Village Children’s Home, Elizabethtown, PA
Part-time Child Care Worker, July 2012 to March 2013
Provided supervision and guidance to children and adolescents living in residential cottages
Assisted boys and girls with typical household duties
Taught and modeled responsible behavior and offered academic support
Children and Youth Services of Lebanon County, Lebanon, PA
Relief Houseparent, June 2006 to January 2013
Supervised boys in group home setting
Provided care and support to youth
Administered medications and provided transportation to and from work and other activities
Millersville University Office of Institutional Assessment and Planning, Millersville, PA
Graduate Assistant, July 2010 to May 2012
Entered and analyzed data for institutional assessment
Administered surveys to undergraduates
Performed administrative duties
Keystone Human Services, Harrisburg, PA
Program Director, April 2008 to June 2010
Managed residential home for adults with intellectual disabilities
Supervised 8-10 employees at a time and developed schedule for 24/7 support
Kept home and records up-to-date with Department of Public Welfare regulations
Keystone Human Services, Lancaster, PA
Associate Program Director, September 2007 to April 2008
Assisted Program Director with management of residential home
Provided direct-care support to adults with intellectual disabilities
Developed staff schedule and organized medical appointments for residents