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Aminah Kelly

Aminah Kelly

Lansing,IL

Summary

I am a passionate Industrial-Organizational Psychology Master's student focused on ensuring fair representation for underrepresented groups in the workplace. My interests include developing and maintaining ethical guidelines for AI usage in organizations, particularly in the recruitment process, as well as exploring the utilization of Neuroscience insights for organizational matters.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Intern

SAMA International USA, LLC
, Remote
08.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated intern recruitment through job postings, resume screening, and interview scheduling.
  • Supported onboarding processes for new interns to ensure seamless transitions.
  • Maintained employee records and HR documentation to promote operational efficiency.
  • Organized intern engagement and team-building activities to enhance workplace culture.
  • Prepared reports on HR metrics and employee satisfaction to inform strategic decisions.
  • Participated in HR strategy sessions to contribute to departmental goals.

Peer Support Services Assistant

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
Chicago, IL
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for departmental tasks and office absence notifications.
  • Assisted Chief Financial and Administrative Officer with compensation-related projects, including pay calendar adjustments.
  • Provided frontline support for three key programs: Support Groups, Peer Specialist Training, and Chapter Services.
  • Processed Peer Specialist Training registrations and payment reminders via Smartsheet, achieving 100% accuracy in certification tracking.
  • Streamlined support group listings on DBSA's website for over 200 national and local chapters.
  • Coordinated annual chapter re-affiliation by filing compliance reports and updating profiles in Raiser's Edge CRM.
  • Responded to daily peer inquiries via phone and email, connecting individuals with mental health resources.
  • Collaborated with senior coordinators to develop a PST Graduate database for internal reporting.

Behavioral Therapist

RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy
Lagrange, IL
10.2023 - 09.2024
  • Organize and file charge tickets which includes billing, insurance and client biographical information
  • Assist with keeping track of therapists' productivity in clinic
  • Implemented evidence-based behavior intervention strategies to support individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in achieving their goals
  • Delivered one-on-one therapy sessions using applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and psychologists to ensure coordinated care for clients
  • Supported clients in various settings such as home, school, or community environments to facilitate skill acquisition across different contexts
  • Implemented positive reinforcement systems tailored to each client's preferences and motivation levels for effective behavior change
  • Participated in team meetings or case conferences to discuss progress, share insights, and develop collaborative solutions for complex cases
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress notes, session summaries, incident reports, and other required paperwork according to regulatory standards
  • Developed strong rapport with clients by establishing trust through empathy, active listening, and clear communication

Registered Behavioral Technician

Butterfly Effects LLC
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided direct one-on-one therapy to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans (BIPs) under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Collaborated with BCBA to develop individualized treatment goals for clients based on assessment results
  • Implemented strategies to promote skill acquisition in areas such as communication, socialization, self-help, and academic skills
  • Collaborated with schools to implement behavior support plans and ensure consistency across settings

Hostess/Cashier

Barstool Sportsbook
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a dynamic restaurant environment, ensuring a welcoming and efficient guest experience
  • Managed front-of-house operations, including greeting and seating guests, handling cash and credit transactions, and addressing customer inquiries and concerns
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced casino/restaurant setting

Tutor

Southern University and A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2021 - 10.2022

Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions in various subjects to enhance students' understanding:

  • Elementary statistics
  • Advanced statistics
  • English literature

Registered Behavioral Technician

DreamCatchers LLC
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Provided direct one-on-one therapy to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans (BIPs) under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Hostess/Cashier

Buffalo Wild Wings
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a dynamic restaurant environment, ensuring a welcoming and efficient guest experience
  • Managed front-of-house operations, including greeting and seating guests, handling cash and credit transactions, and addressing customer inquiries and concerns
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced restaurant setting

Education

Master of Science - I-O Psychology

Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Southern University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA
05-2023

Skills

  • Smartsheet and SurveyMonkey
  • SPSS and R Studio
  • Raiser's Edge CRM
  • Database management
  • Microsoft Office suite
  • Google Workspace
  • Organizational skills
  • Behavior intervention
  • MMPI-2 interpretation
  • Employee appraisal writing
  • Employee recruitment
  • Project management
  • Clerical support
  • Onboarding
  • Data entry
  • Administrative support
  • Interviewing
  • Resume screening

Volunteer Experience

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 

Fall 2024-Present

  • Active Member
  • Winter clothing drive for children; spearheaded the tech crew by ensuring photos were taken and setting up a live counter of all items donated

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited
English
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
  • HRCI Talent Acquisition Certification

Timeline

Human Resources Intern

SAMA International USA, LLC
08.2025 - Current

Peer Support Services Assistant

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
10.2024 - 05.2025

Behavioral Therapist

RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy
10.2023 - 09.2024

Hostess/Cashier

Barstool Sportsbook
10.2022 - 05.2023

Registered Behavioral Technician

Butterfly Effects LLC
06.2022 - 08.2023

Registered Behavioral Technician

DreamCatchers LLC
02.2022 - 05.2022

Hostess/Cashier

Buffalo Wild Wings
10.2021 - 12.2021

Tutor

Southern University and A&M College
08.2021 - 10.2022

Master of Science - I-O Psychology

Illinois Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Southern University And A&M College