Taylor Lester
About Taylor Lester
Taylor Lester serves as the Clinical Director at Old Colony YMCA in Brockton, Massachusetts, a position held since 2019. With a strong educational background in psychology and counseling, Lester has accumulated diverse experience in youth services and athletics.
Work at Old Colony YMCA
Taylor Lester has served as the Clinical Director at Old Colony YMCA since 2019. In this role, Lester oversees clinical programs and services, ensuring they meet the needs of the community in Brockton, Massachusetts. The position involves managing staff, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with other departments to enhance service delivery. Lester's experience in clinical settings contributes to the effectiveness of the programs offered at Old Colony YMCA.
Education and Expertise
Taylor Lester holds a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Suffolk University, where studies were completed from 2017 to 2019. Prior to this, Lester earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Stonehill College, graduating in 2017. Additionally, Lester obtained a Graduate Certificate in Sports Counseling from California University of Pennsylvania in 2020. This educational background provides a strong foundation in mental health and counseling practices.
Background
Taylor Lester has a diverse background in youth services and counseling. Prior to the current role at Old Colony YMCA, Lester worked in various positions including as an Athletic Director at Camp Harbor View from 2017 to 2019 and as a Village Leader at YMCA of Greater Boston in 2016. These roles involved direct engagement with youth and program management, contributing to Lester's comprehensive understanding of community needs.
Previous Experience in Counseling
Before becoming Clinical Director, Taylor Lester gained valuable experience through several internships and volunteer roles. Lester worked as a Clinical Intern at both Doc Wayne Youth Services, Inc. and Old Colony YMCA, where clinical skills were developed over a nine-month period at each organization. Additionally, Lester served as Site Lead/Volunteer/Intern at Coaching For Change, Inc. from 2014 to 2015, further enhancing practical knowledge in counseling and youth engagement.
Coaching Experience
Taylor Lester has experience in coaching, having served as an Assistant Coach at Suffolk University from 2017 to 2021. This role involved supporting student-athletes in their development both on and off the field. The coaching position complemented Lester's counseling background, allowing for a holistic approach to youth development and mental health.