Jamie Morris
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Highly motivated behavioral science researcher with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and post-baccalaureate research experience. Experience working closely with an interdisciplinary research team to collect, enter, and code behavioral data. Works well with diverse populations in one-on-one and group settings. Computer proficient with strong communication and leadership skills. Diligent worker who is dedicated to getting the job done and going above and beyond to find solutions, expand skillset, and help coworkers. Works well independently and as part of a team. Consistent track record of meeting and exceeding goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
SpEd Paraprofessional/Counselor
NHA/Buffalo United Charter School
325 Manhattan Ave, Buffalo, NY
12.2020 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment that was integral to students' needs.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues that needed to be addressed.
- Provided student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Contacted parents to discuss student progress and set up meetings.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
- Worked with autism students using tailored behavioral plan.
- Played essential role in delivering individualized services and supporting instruction.
- Communicated with students, teachers, staff and parents to main effective relationships for student and program growth.
Pre School/Pre-Kindergarten Counseling
Buffalo Guidance Group
255 Delaware Ave. Suite 100, Buffalo, NY
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Facilitate group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Provide behavior management and social skill building services to children between the ages of 4 to 6 in Erie County.
- Maintain safety and security of all youth under care, and preparing for each group session.
- Uses second step (Social-Emotional Skills for Early Learning) to teach kids empathy, emotion management and friendship and problem solving.
- Help kids to apply skills for self-regulation and social -emotional competence.
- Introduced special outreach programs to department chair in effort to increase institution's interest in community service.
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books and poems, to promote student interest.
- Planned, implemented, monitored and assessed classroom instructional program.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Offered constructive feedback to minors under care regarding specific actions, behaviors and words.
- Manage Individualized Education Program (IEP) forms for program participants and report to the county weekly.
Research Assistant
Child Health & Behavioral Lab - University at Buffalo
University at Buffalo
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Assisting with recruitment for research studies
- Data collection with parents and children (preschool to elementary age) in laboratory and community settings
- Data entry
- Behavioral coding using NOLDUS Observer software
- Exposure to SAS statistical software
- Manage video recording software during data collection sessions, exporting and securely storing files
- Generate written reports and oral presentations.
- Co-Author, “Developing an Intervention to promote healthier meal selection and intake among children in restaurants”, Poster June 2017
Sales Associate
eFollett bookstore - University at Buffalo
200 Lee RD, NY
01.2014 - 07.2017
- Processed cash and credit payments rapidly and accurately
- Responded to all customer inquiries thoroughly and professionally
- Referred unresolved customer grievances to designated departments for further investigation
- Placed special merchandise orders for customers
- Answered customer questions about product availability and shipment times
- Accurately logged all daily shipping and receiving orders
- Greeted customers in a timely fashion, while quickly determining their needs
Resident Assistant
Lofts at 136
136 N Division St, Buffalo, NY 14203
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Coordinated between billing department and customers to resolve problems
- Accurately logged all daily activities
- Sold apartments to incoming clients
- Implemented social and educational programs to building community for graduate students in residence area
- Acted as a liaison between residents and Office of Residence Life
- Strong Communication Skills
- Accurate Cash Handling
- Active Listening Skills
- Participated in on call duty rotation, which included responding to emergencies/crisis situations
- Created reports regarding student flow within the office
- Efficient Multi-Tasker
- Time Management
- General clerical duties
- Advertised client properties on websites, through social media and in real estate guides
Carpenter Assistant
Manhattan Center
311 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001
06.2006 - 08.2009
- Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction
- Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction
- Prepared and cleaned construction sites by removing debris
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines
- Consistently updated knowledge of safety requirements and policies
- Offered technical assistance to service providers
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY 1426005.2016
Associate of Arts - Social Science
Erie County Community College
6205 Main St, Williamsville, NY 1422105.2013
Skills
- HTLM
- JavaScript
- CSS
- CITI training in human-subject research with focused in behavioral sciences and social sciences
- COVID-19 Contact Tracing course completed
- Youth Mental Health Certification
- Adult Mental Health Certification
- Detail-oriented
- Strong organizational skills
- Public speaking/Negotiation Skills
- Team building expertise
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent teamwork
- Retail merchandising experience
- Microsoft Word, Power Point, Internet XL, Windows/ Mac, Google applications
- Works well independently
Timeline
SpEd Paraprofessional/Counselor
NHA/Buffalo United Charter School
12.2020 - Current
Pre School/Pre-Kindergarten Counseling
Buffalo Guidance Group
10.2018 - 12.2020
Research Assistant
Child Health & Behavioral Lab - University at Buffalo
06.2016 - 09.2018
Sales Associate
eFollett bookstore - University at Buffalo
01.2014 - 07.2017
Resident Assistant
Lofts at 136
01.2011 - 01.2013
Carpenter Assistant
Manhattan Center
06.2006 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University At Buffalo
Associate of Arts - Social Science
Erie County Community College
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