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1st Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do
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Jeffrey Mente

Lynn,MA

Summary

Experienced with behavior analysis, intervention techniques, and behavior management plans. Utilizes crisis intervention and skill-building strategies to support individual growth and foster positive change. Strong understanding of team collaboration and flexible adaptability to evolving needs.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Grower

The Food Project
Wenham, USA
06.2024 - Current
  • Supported the daily operations of a 3-acre pesticide/herbicide-free farm, including: daily harvest, field work with hand tools, power tools, and tractors, and working with volunteer groups
  • Recorded and cataloged accurate weights of all produce, as well as keeping track of the produce donated to each partner organization
  • Collaborated with The Food Project's youth program, employing and instructing around 60 youth aged 14-18 helping them gain a greater perspective of our current food systems

Behavior Specialist

Salem Prep Highschool
Salem, USA
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Assisted in the daily running of a therapeutic day-school program of 25 high-need students with various disabilities and mental-health struggles that include autism, ADHD, bi-polar disorder, and severe anxiety and depression
  • Reduced classroom disruptions through careful observation and analysis of student behaviors, leading to tailored interventions.
  • Provided crisis intervention support during critical incidents, deescalating situations and ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Participated in weekly meetings of the clinical staff in order to develop behavior plans and address any significant issues students were having
  • Facilitated and developed content for the daily social-emotional learning class attended by all students

Youth Life Coach

New England Community Services
Brockton, USA
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Worked independently as a therapeutic mentor with a caseload of 6-12 at risk youth with ages ranging from 4-18
  • Supported clients in setting attainable goals pertaining to their home life, school performance, physical & mental health, as well as helping to address any immediate challenges. Additionally, I supported existing treatment plans for more complex issues such as OCD, bipolar disorder, ASD, and ODD.
  • Interfaced with DCF, group homes, and school social workers to implement effective treatment plans for each individual client and provide weekly reports of activities and progress
  • Developed and ran a weekly martial arts class designed to improve discipline and self-confidence in a positive and constructive environment

Education

BS - Psychology, Philosophy

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA
05.2022

Skills

  • Client needs assessment
  • Goal setting
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Emotional regulation techniques
  • CPR
  • First Aid
  • Pruning techniques
  • Crop rotation planning
  • Plant identification
  • Permaculture Design

1st Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do

This belt is the culmination of over a decade of martial arts experience across various disciplines and contexts. In that time I have had experience both as a student and teacher, competed in national level tournaments, and developed a mindset of self-improvement.

Timeline

Assistant Grower

The Food Project
06.2024 - Current

Behavior Specialist

Salem Prep Highschool
08.2023 - 06.2024

Youth Life Coach

New England Community Services
08.2022 - 08.2023

BS - Psychology, Philosophy

University of Massachusetts Amherst

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