Kacie Yarkosky
Ottumwa,IA
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Development Specialist
Ottumwa Job Corps
Ottumwa, IA
02.2025 - Current
- Developed and maintained written goals for trainees focusing on graduation and future plans.
- Assisted trainees with social integration by modeling and advising trainees to redirect behaviors.
- Assessed trainee needs and facilitated services to assist successful completion of program.
- Assisted with filling out trainee files in a timely manner.
Direct Support Professional-HAB
First Resources Corporation
Ottumwa, Iowa
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Paraprofessional
Albia Community School District
Albia, IA
07.2019 - 06.2024
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels
Education
High School Diploma -
Albia Community Schools District
Albia, IA05.2008
CNA -
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA04.2008
Skills
- Schedule Management
- Documentation
- Computer Skills
- Effective Communication
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Data Collection
- Social Integration
- Clerical Support
- Decision-making skills
- Teamwork as well as independent work
- Patient Management
- Behavioral Management
- Social Skills Development
- Crisis intervention
- Helping students with special needs
References
- Lindsey Brandon, (641)931-6030, lindseyfugate16@gmail.com, prior coworker
- Crystal McElroy,(641)777-8444, crystalmcelroy88@gmail.com, former supervisor
- Shelley Bear, (641)895-2148, 2bearsgs@gmail.com, prior administrator/boss
Certification
- CNA, 05/01/08
- Medication Administration, 07/24/2024
- Adult Mental Health First Aid
- First Aid/CPR
- Medication Management, 12/5/2025
Timeline
Social Development Specialist
Ottumwa Job Corps
02.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional-HAB
First Resources Corporation
06.2024 - 02.2025
Paraprofessional
Albia Community School District
07.2019 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Albia Community Schools District
CNA -
Indian Hills Community College