Laura Geidel
Millbury,MA
Summary
I am a dedicated and hardworking individual with a deep passion for mental health advocacy. My goal is to provide meaningful support, helping individuals navigate their own paths and empowering them to take the steps they need for themselves.
I find inspiration and energy in nature, which helps me stay grounded and motivated in my work. I value the opportunity to learn from clients, understanding their experiences and aspirations, and using that knowledge to provide compassionate and effective support.
Beyond my work with people, I also care deeply about animals, ensuring they receive the care and support they need. My commitment to both people and animals stems from my belief that everyone deserves to feel supported, valued, and understood.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Walden School
Mental Health Clinican
03.2022 - Current
- The responsibility to provide clinical services to students and families.
- Participates in clinical on-call rotation (separate compensation from salary).
- Provides discharge planning and community liaison to students and families.
- Participates in student’s clinical team-related meetings including, but not limited to clinical department meetings, clinical case conferences, community meetings, staff meetings, and in-services. Completes all documentation in compliance with established policies and procedures under the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Department of Early Education and Care, the MA Department of Mental Health, and the MA department of children and families’ rehab option. Maintain complete, accurate and current records of all clinical services rendered, including initial evaluation, progress notes, summary notes, discharge summaries, and all other necessary documentation. Perform other tasks as assigned by the department supervisor.
Social Work Intern
VocRehab Vermont
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: VocRehab is the state agency that provides services to people with disabilities in relation to employment
- I help people get proper accommodations in work or educational settings
- In 2020-21, I facilitated a group for high school students to help them prepare to enter the workforce
- In 2021-22, I have been assisting a case manager with her case notes and conducting initial interviews with clients to help them receive services
- VocRehab is the state agency that provides services to people with disabilities in relation to employment
Advocate
Deaf Vermonters Advocacy Services
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: DVAS is a small organization that focuses on Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations
- I make sure that people have access to the individual, legal, medical or technical resources that they need
- I work with hospital representatives and case workers from social services to help coordinate my clients' care and make sure they have their needs met
- DVAS is a small organization that focuses on Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations
ASL Instructor
Academy School
01.2022 - 02.2022
- I teach American Sign Language to 3rd and 4th graders as part of an after-school program
Counseling Intern
Center for Human Development (CHD)
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Company Overview: CHD Meadow Homes is a group home for Deaf and Hard of Hearing young adults with a day program and a boarding program
- I mentored and supervised clients in academic and daily duties
- I provided counseling regarding interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills
- CHD Meadow Homes is a group home for Deaf and Hard of Hearing young adults with a day program and a boarding program
Counseling Intern
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Company Overview: Horace Mann is a public day school for Deaf students
- I had individual counseling sessions with students to help them with interpersonal communication and to help them set goals
- Horace Mann is a public day school for Deaf students
Counseling Intern
Thom Boston Metro Early Intervention Program
01.2016 - 05.2016
- I assessed and evaluated children using the Battelle Developmental Inventory and practiced responsible interpersonal communication with parents
Tutor
Putney School
06.2015 - 09.2015
- I taught American Sign Language lessons
Tutor
Filadelfia School for the Deaf
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Company Overview: Filadelfia is a public school
- I taught American Sign Language lessons
- Filadelfia is a public school
Teaching Assistant
Xela School for the Deaf
06.2007 - 09.2007
- Company Overview: Xela is a public day school for Deaf students
- I organized activities and games for children with disabilities
- Xela is a public day school for Deaf students
Education
Master of Social Work -
Springfield College
Springfield, MA05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Counseling
Lesley College
Cambridge, MA05.2017
Associate of Arts -
Greenfield Community College
Greenfield, MA05.2015
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NYSkills
- American Sign Language
- Colombian Sign Language
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Pro-ACT trained
- CANS certified
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Walden School
Mental Health Clinican
03.2022 - Current
ASL Instructor
Academy School
01.2022 - 02.2022
Social Work Intern
VocRehab Vermont
08.2020 - 04.2022
Advocate
Deaf Vermonters Advocacy Services
06.2020 - 04.2022
Counseling Intern
Center for Human Development (CHD)
06.2017 - 08.2017
Counseling Intern
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
01.2017 - 05.2017
Counseling Intern
Thom Boston Metro Early Intervention Program
01.2016 - 05.2016
Tutor
Filadelfia School for the Deaf
07.2015 - 08.2015
Tutor
Putney School
06.2015 - 09.2015
Teaching Assistant
Xela School for the Deaf
06.2007 - 09.2007
Master of Social Work -
Springfield College
Bachelor of Science - Counseling
Lesley College
Associate of Arts -
Greenfield Community College
Rochester Institute of Technology
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