Melinda J Wasson

Full Time Volunteer

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Location:

Pittsburgh, PA

Industry:

Non-Profit Organization Management

Work:

Melinda Wasson
Full Time Volunteer
Holy Family Institute
Mental Health Clinician

Melinda Wasson Pittsburgh, PA

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Work:

Holy Family Learning
Pittsburgh, PA
Nov 2001 to Jun 2012
School Based Mental Health Clinician/Behavior Specialist Henrico County Schools, Brookland Middle School
Richmond, VA
Sep 1996 to Jun 1999
Alternative Education Coordinator Henrico County Recreation and Parks
Richmond, VA
Jun 1995 to Sep 1996
Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

Education:

Skills:

Program and organizational planning -Documented success in overcoming challenges of limited resources and financial constraints to design and implement effective programs that help children and youth become valuable members of society. Relationship Building- Building family and community support to provide consistent and cohesive behavioral interventions. . Problem Solving- Was able to work through frequent budget cuts, conflicting opinions, and student difficulties; in order to reach the desired outcome for the client. desired outcome for the client Communication- Frequent written and oral communication with teachers, school liaisons, advocates, case workers, case managers, parents and students to make sure the clients needs where met to enable successful reintegration into a less restrictive environment. Team Player- Worked as a valuable part of a multidisciplinary team with various staff and outside agencies in order to meet the needs of the client. . Leadership-. Respected leader within the education community.