Karen Ji
Highland,UT
Summary
Compassionate and sensitive in serving and supporting victims of sexual assault. Adept knowledge of victim rights, community resources and referral services. Adaptable to needs of individual and circumstances.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate
The Refuge
Orem, UT
11.2023 - Current
- 24 hour on call hotline to provide support, information and needed services.
- Meet victim in the hospital for forensic examination; comfort and offer emotional support.
- Fill up paperwork and report.
- Assisted in developing policies related to responding to incidents of sexual violence within the community.
Crisis Line Volunteer
UT County Crisis Line
Provo, UT
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Provided emotional support to callers in crisis by actively listening and empathizing with their situation.
- Collected relevant information from callers to determine support and resources.
Special Education Assistant
Emerson Elementary School
Columbus, NE
06.1995 - 06.1996
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided continuous support and integration by accompanying students to classes.
Habilitation Therapist
Avatar Inc
Odgen, UT
06.1994 - 06.1995
- Assist Clients with Prada Willis Syndrome to intergrade in the community base on their physical and mental capabilities.
- Facilitate weekly anger control and socialization skills.
- Provide crisis intervention when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques.
- Document and evaluate progress.
Instructor
Missionary Training Center
Provo, UT
08.1992 - 04.1994
- Trained over two hundred missionaries in communication, teaching, and personal development skills.
- Conduct weekly interviews to evaluate progress and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04-1994
Skills
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Client Confidentiality Practices
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate
The Refuge
11.2023 - Current
Crisis Line Volunteer
UT County Crisis Line
03.2018 - 06.2020
Special Education Assistant
Emerson Elementary School
06.1995 - 06.1996
Habilitation Therapist
Avatar Inc
06.1994 - 06.1995
Instructor
Missionary Training Center
08.1992 - 04.1994
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Brigham Young University
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