Darius Perry
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Motivated Counselor in training seeking an internship position to highlight skills and techniques acquired from a master's level Clinical Mental Health Counseling program.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Elim Christian Services
Crestwood, IL
11.2025 - Current
- Implemented direct therapy services 1:1 to assigned students and classroom, following IEP goals written by the Teacher.
- Recorded Behavioral Data under the direct supervision of the BCBA
- Provided end of day written documentation for every student in the classroom under the supervision of the BCBA.
- Participated in weekly collaborative meetings involving the students and staff in a timely manner
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Westside Children's Therapy
Oak Lawn, IL
05.2023 - 11.2025
- Implemented direct therapy services for assigned clients and caseload, following programming written by BCBA.
- Engaged with BCBA during regular supervision sessions to ask questions and receive feedback.
- Collected and recorded data on patients' behavior.
- Completed and submitted required documentation (SOAP notes, etc.) in a timely manner, aligned with Westside's policies and procedures.
- Developed strong relationships with the children on your caseload and strive to make every session a fun experience.
- Participated in weekly team meetings with clinic's ABA team.
- Maintained targeted caseload of 30 therapy hours per week.
Associate Teacher
Bright Horizons Chicago
Chicago, IL
07.2017 - 03.2020
- Maintained educational progress on all children (Toddlers, Preschool, and Kindergarten).
- Utilized a variety of strategies to motivate children.
- Created a supportive and nurturing environment for children.
- Created and Implement weekly lesson plans and strategies to cultivate an educational environment of learning for adolescents.
Executive Administrative Assistant/Office Manager
National Black Wall Street Chicago
Chicago, IL
03.2016 - 11.2016
- Organized files of identification and information regarding the company via computer and written documents.
- Answered phone calls at the chairman's discretion.
- Aide in editing the business website along with 6 other interns in order to advance and promote the companies networking.
- Used various computer software to make the company a more efficient organized work environment such as Google Suite, Adobe, Microsoft Office tools, Survey Monkey, etc.
- Planned Meetings amongst the staff and scheduled appointments in calendar.
- Greeting/guiding guests, educating them about the company and serving as a mediator for guests to meet various staff.
Academic Tutor
One Summer Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Provided tutoring three times a week to high school and elementary school students.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health
Chicago State University
Chicago, Illinois05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Savannah State University
Savannah, Georgia05-2017
High school diploma - undefined
Parkview High School
Lilburn, GA05-2013
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Problem-Solving
- Cultural Competence
- Special Education
- Experience with Youth and Adolescents
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
- Childcare
- Microsoft Office
- Communication Skills
- Researching
- Survey/Assessment
Certification
- RBT Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Paraprofessional License
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Elim Christian Services
11.2025 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Westside Children's Therapy
05.2023 - 11.2025
Associate Teacher
Bright Horizons Chicago
07.2017 - 03.2020
Executive Administrative Assistant/Office Manager
National Black Wall Street Chicago
03.2016 - 11.2016
Academic Tutor
One Summer Chicago
06.2015 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Savannah State University
High school diploma - undefined
Parkview High School
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health
Chicago State University