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LANA Vionme TALBOT

9 Sommersall Road Smith’s Parish,Bermuda

Summary

School Psychologist and Referral Manager with expertise in psycho-educational assessments and crisis intervention. Enhanced service delivery through project management and collaborative care planning, resulting in timely interventions and improved student outcomes. Strong advocate for client needs, fostering interdisciplinary teamwork and supporting student well-being. Experienced in conducting assessments, providing counseling, and developing individualized education programs to address diverse student needs.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

School Psychologist/Referral Manager

THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Hamilton, Bermuda
01.1994 - Current
  • Delivered psycho-educational and consultation services across nine schools in western and eastern zones.
  • Developed methodologies for client treatment, coordinating with local health agencies and community resources.
  • Conducted comprehensive psychoeducational assessments to counsel students and parents through short-term interventions.
  • Established behavior plans to enhance school-based interventions by refining classroom management and improving relationships.
  • Performed risk assessments prior to interventions, ensuring appropriate responses to potential challenges.
  • Managed administrative functions, including project budgeting and cost containment strategies.
  • Created an efficient tracking method for database collection, enhancing data accessibility.
  • Promoted to Referral Manager in 2006, overseeing administrative tasks related to the referral process.

Social Worker for department of Social Services with young persons. Acting Supervisor of the Residential Care Programme

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES
Paget, Bermuda
01.1993 - 01.1994
  • Conducted assessments to identify client needs and service requirements.
  • Developed care plans in collaboration with clients and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution services to clients.
  • Documented case notes and maintained accurate client records effectively.
  • Educated clients on available social services and benefits offered by the department.
  • Advocated for client rights and access to necessary health care services.
  • Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
  • Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
  • Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
  • Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
  • Maintained thorough case history records and wrote detailed reports.
  • Interviewed clients individually and in family groups to determine services to best address specific needs.
  • Implemented social service interventions to achieve treatment goals and address client needs.
  • Visited clients at residence for home study assessments to assist courts with custody decisions.
  • Directed protective placement, case management, parent education and family reunification activities.
  • Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to solve problems, set and achieve goals and improve communication skills.
  • Participated in court proceedings related to cases involving children or vulnerable adults.
  • Improved outcomes and successes by utilizing multidisciplinary risk identification and management in care planning.

Education

Doctorate degree - Educational and Child Psychology

University of East London
London, UK
01.1999

Master of Arts - Educational Psychology & Measurements

MOUNT ST. VINCENT UNIVERSITY
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
01.1990

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Minor in Special Education

KEAN UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY
Union, New Jersey
01.1988

Skills

  • Psycho-educational assessment
  • Behavior intervention plans
  • Risk assessment procedures
  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Project management
  • Collaborative care planning

Community Service

Board of Bermuda College, Chair of Smiths Parish Council, Shop Steward for the Bermuda Public Service Union, President of the Bermuda Reading Association, Co-Chair of the Health and Safety Committee, Chairperson of the Education Committee for the Bermuda Public Service Union, Chairperson of the Awards Committee for the Bermuda Public Service Union, Member on the first Board of National Heroes for Bermuda, Mentor for Women in Prison Program

Publications

Educational Psychology Research and Practice Vol2 No1 March 2016 pp55-66. “Understanding Concerns around sexualized behavior in Children”.

Training

  • Training Workshop in Guardianship in Bermuda
  • Webinar on "Guardianship Basics and how it works"
  • Guardianship Innovation and Reform Webinar
  • National Association of School Psychologist Conference 2024 on various topics related to Children and families
  • Mental Health of Young People Conference
  • Restorative Practices training by CURB
  • The Assessment of Children with Problematic Sexualized Behaviours.
  • Workshop on Effective Report Writing

Timeline

School Psychologist/Referral Manager

THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
01.1994 - Current

Social Worker for department of Social Services with young persons. Acting Supervisor of the Residential Care Programme

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES
01.1993 - 01.1994

Doctorate degree - Educational and Child Psychology

University of East London

Master of Arts - Educational Psychology & Measurements

MOUNT ST. VINCENT UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Minor in Special Education

KEAN UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY

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