Carlos Robles Jr.
Las Piedras
Summary
Licensed rehabilitation counselor trained to direct and facilitate the therapeutic, vocational, family and/or group counseling process. Experienced Case Manager specializing in career planning and vocational skill development. Specialist in disability and the effects of impairment on the personality of individuals. Knowledgeable about available program resources and current market conditions. Organized multitasker with excellent planning and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern
Veterans Benefits Administration
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Administered preliminary and comprehensive vocational assessments.
- Promoted development of interviewing, resume writing and etiquette skills.
- Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities and developing career plans.
- Coordinated community resources and secured referrals.
- Customized vocational exploration activities to identify self-determined rehabilitation needs and goals.
- Liaised with community partners to enhance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Managed over 65 cases including applicants and other case status.
Assistant Professor
University Of Puerto Rico
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
- Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
- Revised course objectives, course materials, instructional and assessment strategies.
- Handled classroom administration for professors.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Worked with over 25 students weekly.
Teacher
Puerto Rico Department Of Education
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
University of Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico05.2021
Skills
- Stress Management
- Interview Coaching
- Goal Setting
- Assistive Technology
- Group Facilitation
- Client Advocacy
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management
- Case Management
- Organizational Skills
- Ethical Decision Making
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Intern
Veterans Benefits Administration
01.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Professor
University Of Puerto Rico
08.2021 - 12.2021
Teacher
Puerto Rico Department Of Education
01.2021 - 05.2021
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
University of Puerto Rico
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