Jakari Patterson
Behavioral Technician
Jacksonville
Summary
Goal-driven and highly motivated student-athlete with a strong work ethic and a commitment to continuous improvement. Brings a charismatic and engaging presence, with the ability to build meaningful relationships and contribute effectively in team-oriented environments. Experienced in balancing multiple responsibilities while maintaining focus, discipline, and accountability. Demonstrates strong communication skills, leadership potential, and a results-oriented mindset in both academic and athletic settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
Attain ABA Therapy
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2025 - Current
- Offered care to people with neurodivergent abilities.
- Home, school, or outside events, I would monitor and create a plan to work on improvements to their cognitive ability
Supervisor
Building Yard Inc.
Cincinnati, OH
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
Caregiver
Neuro Restorative
Carbondale, IL
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Education
M.S - ORGL Leadership
Robert Morris University
PA01-2026
M.S. - Leadership
Austin Peay State University
TN01-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Towson University
Baltimore, MD01-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in philosophy
Southern Illinois University (SIU)
Carbondale, IL01-2023
Skills
- Working with AI & Tech
- Excel
- Adobe Premiere
- Negotiation
- People Engagement
- Working in uncomfortable environments
Accomplishments
- Being a team captain on multiple D1 college football teams
- Achieving the Dean's List
- Joining Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
- Starting many events, one of the few is the MLK Day march at my university
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Attain ABA Therapy
06.2025 - Current
CPR
07-2024
Supervisor
Building Yard Inc.
07.2023 - 12.2024
Caregiver
Neuro Restorative
06.2022 - 08.2022
M.S. - Leadership
Austin Peay State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Towson University
M.S - ORGL Leadership
Robert Morris University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in philosophy
Southern Illinois University (SIU)
More Qualities & Services
- RBT certified
- Did a speech on CTE, a chronic brain disease, in front of 100+
- CPR certified
- Created a web page for business purposes
- Mentor kid in an after-school program
- Organized a community service event to clean the city
- Did food meal truck service for the homeless
- Start a social gathering in a park, talking about current issues, MLK Day walk
- Caption of the Football team at Towson University & Robert Morris
- President of my Fraternity
- I've held a “future plan” program for kids in high school
- Tutored the middle school children in the area
- Playing on a football team to achieve a common goal