Kaitlyn Turner
Garland,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Experienced with applying counseling techniques and supporting client needs. Utilizes strong communication skills to foster trust and understanding in therapeutic settings. Knowledge of maintaining ethical standards and confidentiality, ensuring safe and supportive environment for all clients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Counseling Intern
Private Practice
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Maintained high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and company regulations.
- Counseled clients to help understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems.
- Conducted client consultations and collaborated with other agency professionals to discuss courses of treatment.
- Maintained up-to-date clinical documentation via electronic recordkeeping systems.
- Contributed to team meetings with insights from client sessions, aiding in continual improvement of counseling services and strategies.
- Participated actively in supervision sessions to continuously enhance professional knowledge and counseling skills.
Youth Care Worker
Vision Quest, Youth Services
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Evaluated needs of youth and outlined measures to address.
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
- Assisted in proper evacuation of youth during emergency situations such as inclement weather.
- Attended Handle With Care trainings to enhance staff and youth safety during physical intervention.
- Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
- Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Center
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
Direct Care Worker
Pleasant Living Care Coordination
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Heavy Equipment Operator
US Army
09.2019 - 02.2023
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
Youth Mentor Volunteer
US Army
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans for youth mentees.
- Provided support, guidance and resources to assist mentees in achieving their goals.
- Facilitated activities and discussions to promote self-reflection and personal growth.
- Coached mentees on how to handle difficult situations or emotions.
- Maintained accurate records of meetings and progress made by mentees.
- Encouraged positive behaviors while providing constructive feedback when needed.
- Organized team building activities that foster a sense of community among participants.
- Created educational material tailored to the needs of the group or individuals being served.
- Performed regular check-ins with each participant to assess their mental health status.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Master Of Social Work - Social Work
East Texas A&M University
Skills
- Dialysis treatment
- HIPAA
- Equipment Maintenance
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient relationship management
- Healthy meal preparation
- Youth management
- Rule Enforcement
- Behavioral interventions
- Patient assessments
- Crisis intervention
- Family and patient education
Education
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Timeline
Counseling Intern
Private Practice
01.2025 - 05.2025
Youth Care Worker
Vision Quest, Youth Services
09.2024 - 01.2025
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Center
10.2023 - 09.2024
Direct Care Worker
Pleasant Living Care Coordination
02.2023 - 09.2024
Youth Mentor Volunteer
US Army
12.2021 - 12.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
US Army
09.2019 - 02.2023
Master Of Social Work - Social Work
East Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
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