Hillary Larsen
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Compassionate Child and Youth Mentor with expertise in behavior modeling, crisis intervention, and excellent communication. Committed to fostering positive relationships and promoting youth empowerment through strategic support and collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Youth Mentor
PPRS
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2024 - Current
- Provided ongoing support and guidance, fostering positive relationships with mentees.
- Collaborated with community organizations to connect youth with resources and opportunities.
- Monitored progress of mentees, adjusting strategies to ensure continuous improvement.
- Engaged in regular training sessions to refine mentoring techniques and best practices.
- Assisted in organizing events that promote youth engagement and empowerment initiatives.
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
Direct Support Professional
PPRS
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2023 - Current
- Provided direct support in daily living activities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Assisted clients in building life skills through structured activities and personalized support plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and adapting interventions as necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
Medical Appointment Scheduler
Cape Fear Cardiology
Fayetteville, NC
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Coordinated patient scheduling across multiple providers to optimize clinic efficiency.
- Managed appointment confirmations and reminders to reduce no-show rates.
- Streamlined patient intake process, enhancing overall workflow and patient satisfaction.
- Trained new staff on scheduling software and best practices for appointment management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pisgah Highschool
Canton, NCSkills
- Behavior modeling
- Youth advocacy
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral disorders
- Care team collaboration
- Excellent communication
Certification
- CPR/First Aid
- Youth Mental Health First Aid
- CYM – Behavior Intervention Training
- CYM – Child and Adolescent Dev CYM – Cultural Competency CYM – Family Systems and Engagement
- CYM – Self Injurious Behavior CYM – Substance Abuse
- CYM – Transgender Youth Training Adapting Environment
Ambulation, Exercise, and Positioning
- Autism, Sensory Processing, and Person-Centered Thinking Personal Care
- Caring for the Caregiver Cerebral Palsy and Seizures Challenging Behaviors
- Child and Adolescent Development Cleaning, Disinfecting, Fecal Smearing, Vomit, Continence, and Toilet Care
- Connection Training
- COVID and Signs and Symptoms of Illness
- Diabetes
- Emergency and Safety Control Feeding, Healthy Eating, and Meal Prep
- I/DD Sex Offender Management Training
- Incident Reporting
- Individuals Rights and Modification Mandatory Reporting
- Mental Health and Trauma Informed Care
- Professional, Phone and Text Etiquette
- Psychotropic Drugs RAD Training
- Social Skills and Developmental Relationships
- Substance Abuse and Services
Timeline
Child and Youth Mentor
PPRS
05.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
PPRS
05.2023 - Current
Medical Appointment Scheduler
Cape Fear Cardiology
11.2021 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Pisgah Highschool