Josh Carpenter
Temecula,California
Summary
Caring and compassionate professional experienced in implementing specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional, or intellectual disabilities. Comfortable in handling stressful situations and performing under pressure. Passionate about providing high-quality service to clients with special needs.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Counselor (Volunteer)
Crisis Text Line
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided calm and de-escalating interactions with people of all ages in crisis situations to get them to a cool and calm state.
- Used stress scales and other mediums to gauge severity, cognition, and define their crisis.
- Developed tailored action plans to address the unique needs of each client experiencing a crisis event.
- Contributed to a positive team culture by sharing knowledge, experiences, and best practices among fellow volunteer counselors.
- Documented client interactions accurately, maintaining thorough records for future reference and follow-up care coordination efforts.
Financial Recruiter
Pacific Executive Search
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Supported hiring process by sourcing top tier candidates in finance, accounting, and related fields
- Used software such as Excel, Microsoft Word, Bullhorn, and LinkedIn to document client information, progress notes and hiring plans
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes
- Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network
- Placed advertisements and job postings on LinkedIn, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
Education
Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy Track -
Pepperdine University - Online
06.2026
Bachelor of Science - Industrial and Organizational Psychology
University of California, San Diego
06.2021
Skills
- Documentation skills
- Behavioral Management
- Social Skills Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Teaching Play and Leisure Skills
- Verbal behavior training
- Crisis Management and Prevention
- Token Economy Systems
- Functional Behavior Assessments
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Case Management
Timeline
Crisis Counselor (Volunteer)
Crisis Text Line
11.2023 - 04.2024
Financial Recruiter
Pacific Executive Search
12.2021 - 09.2023
Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy Track -
Pepperdine University - Online
Bachelor of Science - Industrial and Organizational Psychology
University of California, San Diego