Gabrielle Fontenot
Deerfield,USA
Summary
Doctor of Occupational Therapy student with a strong foundation in evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in applying clinical reasoning to support individuals across the lifespan in achieving functional independence and meaningful participation in daily activities. Passionate about promoting holistic health, mental well-being, and occupational engagement through compassionate and ethical practice.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
KGH Autism Services
Deerfield, IL
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Delivered direct care to clients one-on-one and in group settings using ABA principles.
- Protected client confidentiality with stringent adherence to HIPAA requirements.
- Promoted client wellness and independence with close support and proactive skill-building.
- Met clients' goals for acquiring new behavioral skills and reducing negative behaviors according to established protocols.
Personal Support Worker
Illinois Department of Human Services
Park Ridge, IL
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Managed clients' medication and basic treatments for wide-ranging medical conditions.
- Supported social needs through regular activities, events and appointments.
- Met clients' emotional needs and improved well-being with caring companionship.
- Kept clients' homes clean, safe and sanitized at optimal levels.
Event Coordinator/Restaurant Manager/Server
Curragh Irish Pub
Edison Park, IL
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Executed events with consistently high standards of organization, service quality, and enthusiasm for client objectives.
- Increased event staff performance with skilled leadership, motivation, and discipline.
- Managed high customer satisfaction with good conflict resolution skills and adequate employee coverage for expected demands.
- Maintained compliance with health code and sanitation requirements.
- Supported needs of 30-person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (D.O.T.) -
Presbyterian College
Clinton, South Carolina05-2027
B.A. - Psychology
Loyola University
Chicago, IL12-2023
Skills
- Data Collection
- Critical Thinking
- Client Relationship Development
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Crisis Management
- Applied behavior analysis
- Social skills development
- Discrete trial training
- Token economy systems
- Reinforcement procedures
Certification
- Interactive Metronome Certified Provider
- Provisional Certified Brain Injury Specialist - Brain Injury Association of America
- MoCA Cognition Certification
- Biomedical Research & Social and Behavioral Research - CITI Training
- Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED
- Professional Crisis Management - Practitioner 2P
- Registered Behavioral Technician
- ISBE Paraprofessional License
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Illinois Department of Human Services
01.2023 - 01.2023
Registered Behavior Technician
KGH Autism Services
01.2021 - 01.2024
Event Coordinator/Restaurant Manager/Server
Curragh Irish Pub
01.2018 - 01.2021
B.A. - Psychology
Loyola University
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (D.O.T.) -
Presbyterian College