Brandon Castro, M.A., PPSC, APCC

Experience

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  McHenry Smog Center

  Jun 2011 - Sept 2015

  Receptionist

  My responsibilities include answering phones, making appointments, providing excellent customer service, maintain a clean work environment, fax documents, retrieve mail, restock office supplies, and job training for new employees.

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  California State University, Stanislaus

  Jan 2015 - May 2015

  Teacher Assistant

  T.A. for CDEV3180 Early Social and Emotional Development. I would assist the teacher in the creation of online homework and exams. I taught one lecture on Attachment Theory.

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  NAMI

  Mar 2015 - Jul 2016

  NAMI Connections Support Group Facilitator

  As a NAMI-trained facilitator, I lead the connections support group at CSU Stanislaus for individuals living with mental illness or symptoms. I had to ensure that all participants feel welcomed and supported. As a NAMI facilitator, I ensure that the group shares responsibility for maintaining guidelines, sustains clear participant boundaries, clarifies goals, and reinforces communications skills that encourage group participation.

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  Center for Human Services (CHS)

  Sept 2015 - Aug 2019

  Working in a school environment, will provide needs assessments; conduct teacher trainings; provide intervention case management services, including crisis intervention, de- escalation supports, and social skills building activities, provide short-term therapy to medi-cal recipients and be required to meet contractual requirements Report and document crisis issues such as suspicion of child or elder abuse, potential suicide, Tarasoff situations, etc. Comply with all BBS regulations and Code of Ethics.Behavioral Health Employee of the Quarter April - June 2019 Show less

  • Behavioral Health Clinician

    Jan 2019 - Aug 2019

  • Practicum Clinician

    Jun 2018 - Dec 2018

  • Student Assistance Specialist

    Sept 2015 - Dec 2018
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  Stanislaus County

  Sept 2016 - May 2017

  Substitute Teacher
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  Ceres Unified School District

  Jun 2017 - Jun 2018

  Summer School Teacher/Substitute Teacher

  As a Substitute Teacher I was able to teach a course during summer school. I planned and prepared lesson plans for 7th grade Transition class. I recorded and input data into Infinite Campus. I maintained classroom management and discipline. I also complied with school rules and guidelines made by the district.

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  Merced City School District

  Jul 2019 - Jun 2023

  School Counselor at Rivera Middle School. Provides tier 1 support through classroom lessons, weekly SEL/College & Career videos, and School wide activities. Provides individual and group counseling for students. Offers consultation and collaboration services for staff and families. Follows legal and ethical responsibilities. Elementary School Counselor at John C. Fremont elementary school. Counsels students with academic, social-emotional, and career needs. Designs and implements SEL curriculum. Provides collaboration and consultation services for parents and school staff to determine underlying cause of student behaviors. Performs classroom SEL lessons. Provides adequate support for students and staff during crisis situations.

  • Middle School Counselor

    Jul 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Elementary School Counselor

    Jul 2019 - Jun 2022
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  Abalance Client Centered Counseling

  Feb 2020 - Nov 2020

  Mental Health Therapist

  Administer and score psychological assessment tools. Provide individual therapy to children and adults. Implement crisis interventions for high risk situations. Write clear and concise clinical case notes. Exercise cultural sensitivity when working with diverse populations. Follow all legal and ethical guidelines.

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  California State University, Stanislaus

  Jan 2021 - now

  Adjunct Instructor

  As an Adjunct Instructor at CSU Stanislaus Advanced Studies duties include; review and update syllabi, understanding students needs, creating engaging lesson plans, evaluate student performance, and provide relevant resources.Taught the following courses:EDCL 5540 Counseling Exceptional YouthEDCL 5640 Counseling & Psychotherapeutic Theories & TechniquesEDCL 5650 Group Counseling Techniques EDCL 5570 Counseling & Guidance in EducationEDCL 5630 Multicultural Counseling Show less

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  Delhi Unified School District

  Jul 2023 - now

  Family Support Counselor

  - Develop a comprehensive school counseling program that supports all students with academic achievement, social emotional development, and career readiness- Provide individual and small group counseling - Deliver classroom lessons - Provide services and training to administrators, teachers, students, staff, and parents to assist and support families in securing knowledge and skills to successfully navigate life issues- Coordinate school wide activities- Support site PBIS team- Connect families with other support services as appropriate- Consult with administrators, teachers, and staff to enhance effectiveness in helping students- Participate in LCAP and educational plans Show less