Rebecca Hardesty

Rebecca Hardesty is a skilled Behavior Specialist with extensive experience in mental health and social work. Currently employed at Valley Community Services Board since September 2015, Rebecca conducts therapeutic interventions for children and adolescents, educates families on mental health issues, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized service plans. Previous roles include Instruction Specialist at UMFS, focusing on crisis intervention and supervision of youth with various challenges, Field Sales Coordinator at Nixon Uniform Service & Medical Wear, and social work intern at Communities In Schools of Richmond. Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and an Associate's degree from Blue Ridge Community College.