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Karen Lukens

Summary

Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive as a professional counseling assistant with a strong desire in guiding students through college admissions processes. Adept at building collaborative relationships and adapting to evolving needs. Specializes in high volume calls, managing multiple student cases, and support student learning outcomes. Reliable team player with focus on achieving optimal outcomes for students and staff.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Caregiver

Independent
08.2016 - Current
  • Observed behavior and adapted in approach to individual needs
  • Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop individualized care plans addressing specific needs of their children.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Established daily routines to provide structure and predictability for children under care.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Developed fine motor skills with hands-on activities such as arts and crafts or puzzles.

Wellness Consultant

Doterra
07.2015 - 02.2016
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create holistic wellness plans addressing clients'' physical, mental, and emotional needs.
  • Established credibility as an expert in the field by maintaining professional certifications and staying up-to-date on industry trends through continuing education courses.
  • Increased client base by developing targeted marketing materials highlighting the benefits of wellness consulting services.
  • Organized engaging community events promoting awareness of various health topics leading to increased interest in wellness consulting services.

Driving Instructor

Gold County Driving School
01.2010 - 10.2011
  • Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
  • Established trust with parents by maintaining transparent communication about their child''s progress and areas of improvement.
  • Promoted proactive problem-solving approaches among students, empowering them to make informed decisions in complex driving scenarios.
  • Scheduled appointments with students for driving lessons.
  • Supported student drivers in hands-on road training.

Receptionist

Stifel
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
  • Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
  • Supported administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document preparation for more efficient office workflow.


Education

B.S. - Psychology

Oregon State University
06.2024

Skills

  • Social development
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Collaboration
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Prepare and maintain student records
  • Coordinate office procedures
  • Progress evaluation
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Creative solutions

Timeline

Child Caregiver

Independent
08.2016 - Current

Wellness Consultant

Doterra
07.2015 - 02.2016

Driving Instructor

Gold County Driving School
01.2010 - 10.2011

Receptionist

Stifel
01.2007 - 01.2009

B.S. - Psychology

Oregon State University

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