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Melanie Gutowsky

Yucaipa

Summary

Experienced Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor specializing in comprehensive vocational assessments and effective case file management. Strong background in assisting individuals with disabilities in fast-paced environments. Acknowledged for quick adaptability and high-quality performance under pressure. Technical expertise includes Word, software development, system administration, and technical support, with a focus on enhancing problem-solving capabilities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Veteran Benefits Administration
Los Angeles
08.2023 - Current
  • Conducts comprehensive initial evaluations, i.e., Vocational Assessment Profile (VAP).
  • Provides assessment and consultation reports that are timely, exemplary, and fully meet quality standards.
  • Managed the load of multiple cases consistently and accurately.
  • Developed Individual Plans for Employment with each veteran to identify short-term objectives that lead to long-term employment goals.
  • Advised veterans on preparing for potential job interviews by researching companies beforehand, and practicing common questions and answers.
  • Provided individualized job counseling services in areas such as resume writing, interviewing techniques, and job search strategies.

Substitute Teacher

Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School disritct
Yucaipa
07.2021 - 05.2024
  • Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
  • Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
  • Prepared and delivered instructional materials suited to varied learning levels.
  • Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.
  • Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
  • Followed established lesson plans to continue the learning trajectory and took initiative when necessary.
  • Adhered to all school and district policies.

DSPS Staff : Substitue

Crafton Hill College
Yucaipa
10.2022 - 12.2023
  • Mastered various software tools and platforms for online learning and assignments.
  • Provided guidance and support to students.
  • Utilized academic resources such as tutoring and assistant learning technology to improve student performance.
  • Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
  • Organized student meetings and evaluations.

Education

Master of Science - Masters Rehabilitation And Behavioral Therapy

California State University of San Bernardino,
San Bernardino, CA
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences Education

California State University of San Bernardino,
San Bernardino, CA
05-2021

Skills

  • Individual counseling: Knowledge of human development and behavior, medical, psychosocial, and vocational aspects of disability, and differential influences of environmental factors to assist persons with disabilities in determining suitable vocational goals
  • Job Strategies: Knowledge of assessment tools and methods, functional capacity evaluations, and specific vocational preparation to evaluate transferable skills, residual capacities, and needs for accommodations, and assistive technology
  • Case Management: Knowledge of caseload management strategies to maximize an individual's independent functioning, from assessment through the provision of post-employment services, and vocational assessment

References

  • David Goldberg: Supervisor: Veteran Benefits Administration: VR@E David.Goldberg@va.gov (310) 235-6000 ext:47259
  • Marty Mulligan: DSPS Director: Crafton Hills College. San Bernardino Valley College: mmilliga@craftonhills.edu · (909)389-3325
  • Tana De' Leon: Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District tana_deleon@ycjusd.us · (951) 323-8878

Timeline

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

Veteran Benefits Administration
08.2023 - Current

DSPS Staff : Substitue

Crafton Hill College
10.2022 - 12.2023

Substitute Teacher

Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School disritct
07.2021 - 05.2024

Master of Science - Masters Rehabilitation And Behavioral Therapy

California State University of San Bernardino,

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences Education

California State University of San Bernardino,

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