Karen Garcia Sampson
Redwood City
Summary
Dedicated Loss Prevention Supervisor with expertise in security systems management, incident reporting, and video monitoring.
Ability to manage investigations and collaborate with law enforcement to mitigate theft risks and enhance operational security.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Loss Prevention Supervisor
Kohl's
Redwood City, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Supervised loss prevention team, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Conducted Internal interviews for internal theft resolutions
- Conducted regular audits and inventory checks to identify discrepancies and mitigate theft risks.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during investigations to recover stolen merchandise effectively.
- Developed communication channels for reporting theft incidents, enhancing team responsiveness and awareness.
- Monitored surveillance systems, identifying suspicious behavior and escalating incidents as needed.
Psychologist
ASODEL (Asociacion Para El Desarrollo Local)
Leon, Nicaragua
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Conducted psychological assessments to evaluate client needs and inform treatment plans.
- Psychological evaluation for firearm permits
- Developed and implemented therapeutic interventions to support individual and group therapy sessions.
- Facilitated workshops on mental health awareness to educate community members.
- Interviewed, observed, and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
Early Chilhood Psychologist
FIDEG (Fundacion International Para El Desarrollo Local)
Leon, Nicaragua.
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Facilitated psychoeducational workshops for patients and families, increasing understanding of mental health issues and available resources.
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques tailored towards each client''s specific symptomatology while monitoring progress throughout treatment duration.
- Conducted thorough psychological assessments using various testing methods to provide accurate diagnoses and inform treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
National Autonomous University of Nicaragua
Leon, Nicaragua11-2017
Skills
- Security systems management
- Video monitoring
- CCTV surveillance
- Internal audits
- First aid certified
- Incident reporting
- First aid training
Certification
- CPR and EAD Training - 11/2025-11/2027
- Wicklander-Zulawski Certification - 2025
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Loss Prevention Supervisor
Kohl's
03.2021 - Current
Psychologist
ASODEL (Asociacion Para El Desarrollo Local)
02.2019 - 10.2019
Early Chilhood Psychologist
FIDEG (Fundacion International Para El Desarrollo Local)
02.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
National Autonomous University of Nicaragua