Manjubashini R
Chennai
Summary
Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counsellor
DAV Group of schools
Chennai
09.2022 - Current
- Evaluated the effectiveness of counseling interventions through ongoing assessment and analysis of measurable outcomes
- Promoted a culture of growth and learning by organizing career exploration events and workshops
- Mentored aspiring counselors through intern supervision, sharing knowledge about best practices within the profession
- Supported special education students by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized learning plans
- Created a welcoming school atmosphere by offering resources and assistance to new students transitioning into the community
- Enhanced student academic performance by providing individualized counseling and support services
- Improved the effectiveness of school-wide intervention programs by continuously monitoring and adjusting strategies based on student outcomes
- Developed comprehensive guidance programs for diverse student populations, fostering positive school environments
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students' needs and develop appropriate interventions for improved academic achievement
- Encouraged social-emotional development through small group sessions focused on self-awareness, relationship-building, and decision-making skills
- Facilitated conflict resolution among students, resulting in a decrease in disciplinary incidents
- Assisted parents in understanding their child's academic progress through regular communication and meetings
- Continuously improved professional skills by attending conferences, workshops, and trainings related to school counseling practices
- Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment
- Contributed to a positive school climate by participating in leadership committees focusing on student engagement initiatives
- Organized professional development opportunities for staff members related to mental health awareness and best practices in supporting student wellbeing
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment
- Championed diversity initiatives within the school community, fostering an inclusive environment where all students felt supported academically and socially
- Designed comprehensive evaluation systems to assess teacher performance, leading to continuous improvements in teaching methods
- Streamlined communication between staff and parents by implementing a user-friendly online platform
- Led program reviews, identifying areas of strength and weakness for targeted enhancements in curriculum planning
- Boosted student engagement and participation through the incorporation of visual aids, hands-on activities, and group work
- Enhanced learning experiences for special needs students by developing and implementing individualized education plans
- Provided ongoing professional development opportunities for fellow educators on best practices in special education teaching techniques, promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the school community
- Served as an advocate for special needs students during IEP meetings, ensuring appropriate accommodations were in place to facilitate success both academically and socially
- Conducted regular assessments to identify areas of strength and weakness for individual students, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results
- Implemented sensory breaks and calming strategies within the classroom to help students self-regulate, leading to increased focus and achievement.
Counselling Psychologist
Private practise
Chennai
02.2020 - Current
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary, ensuring the safety of clients experiencing acute distress
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans to address clients' diverse mental health needs and promote holistic healing
- Utilized trauma-informed approaches in therapy sessions when appropriate, helping individuals process past experiences and work towards healing effectively
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills and stress management techniques, improving their overall emotional resilience
- Encouraged self-reflection among clients by posing insightful questions that challenged preconceived beliefs and promoted cognitive shifts
- Continually pursued professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of counseling and better serve clientele needs
- Guided clients towards increased self-awareness by exploring underlying emotional patterns, facilitating personal growth, and improving interpersonal relationships
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated care for clients, optimizing their mental health recovery process
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families
- Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
Special Education Teacher
Srishti Special School
Chennai
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Boosted student engagement and participation through the incorporation of visual aids, hands-on activities, and group work
- Enhanced learning experiences for special needs students by developing and implementing individualized education plans
- Planned adaptive physical education programs to promote healthy lifestyles among special needs students while accommodating various ability levels
- Secured necessary resources through grant writing efforts to enhance educational programs tailored specifically for special needs populations within the school community
- Established strong relationships with parents and caregivers, fostering open communication about student progress and goals
- Improved communication skills among non-verbal students by introducing alternative methods such as sign language and picture exchange systems
- Served as an advocate for special needs students during IEP meetings, ensuring appropriate accommodations were in place to facilitate success both academically and socially
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Msc Psychology
Chennai02-2020
Skills
- Student Records Management
- Counseling and therapy
- Professional referral network
- Suicide Prevention
- Individualized education programs
- Conflict Resolution
- Alcohol and substance abuse
- Special Education Support
- Group therapy facilitator
- Youth and adolescent development
- Individual Counseling
- Student Counseling
- Adolescent Counseling
- Academic Support
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Behavioral assessment
- Career Planning
- Compassionate
- Group Counseling
- Solutions-focused
- Attention-deficit disorder experience
- Multicultural Competence
- Empathy Development
- Truancy Counseling
- Peer Counseling
- Student Support
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Educational Problem Identification
- Abuse Identification
- Relationship Building
- Effective Communication
- Emotional Support
- Continuous Improvement
- Interpersonal Skills
Certification
- COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY
- DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL COUNSELLING
- DIPLOMA IN LIFE COACHING
- EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE TRAINING
- ASSESSMENTS AND SCREEENING
- NEURO LINGUISTIC PROGRAMMING NLP TRAINER
- SFBT
- PSYCHO THERAPY
- SPECIAL EDUCATOR DIPLOMA
Timeline
School Counsellor
DAV Group of schools
09.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Srishti Special School
06.2021 - 08.2022
Counselling Psychologist
Private practise
02.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Psychology
Msc Psychology
- COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY
- DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL COUNSELLING
- DIPLOMA IN LIFE COACHING
- EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE TRAINING
- ASSESSMENTS AND SCREEENING
- NEURO LINGUISTIC PROGRAMMING NLP TRAINER
- SFBT
- PSYCHO THERAPY
- SPECIAL EDUCATOR DIPLOMA
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