Bridgette Young
Jenkinsville
Summary
Dedicated school counselor with a strong focus on individual counseling and group facilitation. Proven ability to develop support plans and advocate for student needs to foster academic and emotional well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Newberry County School District
Newberry
01.2020 - Current
- Provided individual counseling to students facing academic and personal challenges.
- Facilitated group sessions to promote social skills and emotional well-being.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to develop student support plans.
- Maintained accurate student records and documentation for counseling sessions.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and recommend interventions.
- Advocated for student needs within school committees and community resources.
School Counselor
Midland STEM Charter School
Winnsboro
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided individual counseling to students facing academic and personal challenges.
- Facilitated group sessions to promote social skills and emotional well-being.
- Maintained accurate student records and documentation for counseling sessions.
- Developed programs that enhance student engagement and school climate.
- Advocated for student needs within school committees and community resources.
- Aided students in college and career readiness process, helping with course selection and career assessments.
- Identified at-risk students to provide support for successful academic experience and personal growth.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of The Southwest
Hobbs, NM05-2017
Skills
- Individual counseling
- Group facilitation
- Student assessment
- Program development
- Record keeping
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Advocacy skills
- Suicide prevention
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Student advocacy
- Academic support
- Student counseling
- IEP and special education
- Academic advisement
- Career guidance
- School counseling
Timeline
School Counselor
Newberry County School District
01.2020 - Current
School Counselor
Midland STEM Charter School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of The Southwest