Charisse Cutchin
Poughkeepsie,New York
Summary
To secure a challenging position in a reputable organization to expand my learnings, knowledge, and skills. Secure a responsible career opportunity to fully utilize my training and skills, while making a significant contribution to the success of the company Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Residential Counselor
Gateway Inc
Poughkeepsie, NY
12.2022 - Current
- Facilitated conflict resolution between residents.
- Developed and implemented behavior modification plans for residents.
- Monitored resident progress in meeting goals established by treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client records, including progress notes and incident reports.
- Conducted intakes, assessments, and reassessments with clients as needed.
- Coordinated services with other agencies to ensure that all needs are met for each resident.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss case management issues and strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary to deescalate situations involving residents or staff members.
Housing Specialist
Rehabilitation Support Services Inc.
06.2017 - 12.2022
- Assisting individuals who have a mental health diagnosis to obtain and maintain housing
- Assisting in housing search and placement along with leveraging supportive services that will assist the participant household to maintain permanent housing
- Assisting in the development of and encourage adherence to a personal budget through proactive housing and budget counseling sessions; provide budget counseling and education to assist clients in establishing payment plans for bills and past debts and to assist clients in obtaining and maintaining their housing.
Behavior Support Specialist
Abilities First, Inc.
09.2019 - 02.2020
- A Behavior Support Specialist provides the appropriate level of behavioral support, student supervision, and training to ensure and protect student health and safety
- Assists in the implementation of positive behavioral interventions, supports, and services.
Teacher Assistant/ Head Teacher
Cinnamon Tree Children's Center
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Preparing children for kindergarten by introducing concepts they will explore further in kindergarten and elementary school
- Working with children in groups or one on one, depending on the needs of children and the subject matter
- Keeping records of the students' progress, routines, and interests, and keep parents informed about their child's development
- Provided support to the daycare teacher in planning daily activities for toddlers and infants and building safe and inclusive learning environments
- Monitored students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, and recess, which included evaluating student behavior and providing guidance to ensure child safety.
Education
Early Childhood Administration -
Purdue University Global
04.2020
Fashion Merchandising -
SUNY Buffalo State College
05.2016
Regents Diploma -
Poughkeepsie High School
06.2011
Skills
- Early Childhood Development
- Childcare
- Interactive Learning
- Behavioral Analysis
- Communication
- Plan, implement, and coordinate play-based learning activities
- Communicate with parents
- Provide conflict resolutions for behavioral issues
- Manage two teacher's assistants
- Mathematical Skills
- Software skills
- Reasoning Ability
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Client Advocacy
- Mental Health Assessment
- Discharge Planning
- Empathy Development
- Boundary Setting
- Client Transportation
- Life Skills Development
- Goal Setting
- Self Motivation
Timeline
Senior Residential Counselor
Gateway Inc
12.2022 - Current
Behavior Support Specialist
Abilities First, Inc.
09.2019 - 02.2020
Housing Specialist
Rehabilitation Support Services Inc.
06.2017 - 12.2022
Teacher Assistant/ Head Teacher
Cinnamon Tree Children's Center
08.2016 - 07.2017
Early Childhood Administration -
Purdue University Global
Fashion Merchandising -
SUNY Buffalo State College
Regents Diploma -
Poughkeepsie High School
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