Karen Parrow
Harvest,AL
Summary
Accomplished Behavioral Therapist with 6 years of experience counseling individuals and families with social, emotional and behavioral disorders. Positive, vibrant team member with focus on accurately identifying issues and evaluating best techniques for treatment. Dedicated to offering quality services and maintaining knowledge of latest industry advancements by attending professional conferences and continuing education courses.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level nursing assistant position.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychotherapist
Self-employeed
05.2016 - 11.2021
- Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients, resulting in more effective treatment strategies.
- Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
- Continuously updated knowledge of emerging research and best practices in the field of psychotherapy, ensuring delivery of cutting-edge care to clients.
- Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
- Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Provided crisis support and emergency care for patients.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Trained in techniques such as hypnosis, stress reduction therapy and play therapy to improve outcomes.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.
Support Worker
Teen Challenge Ireland
05.2009 - 12.2012
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Improved client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing feedback in a timely manner.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Promoted independence among clients through skill-building exercises and goal-setting initiatives.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, effectively de-escalating challenging situations while maintaining client safety.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Adapted quickly to changing work environments while maintaining high levels of productivity and professionalism under pressure.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
Chef
Portcullis Hotel
08.2006 - 05.2009
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff management and delegation.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Regularly updated menu offerings based on customer preferences, driving repeat business for the establishment.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
Chef
Portsonachan Hotel
05.1999 - 05.2006
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff management and delegation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Trainee Chef
Ford Hotel,
06.1997 - 05.1999
- Assisted head chef in creating innovative dishes for daily menus, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Maintained proper food handling procedures to ensure safe and sanitary food service operations.
- Improved plate presentation by learning advanced garnishing techniques and applying them consistently across all dishes.
- Participated in menu development meetings, contributing creative ideas for new dishes that met dietary requirements of diverse clientele.
Education
College Diploma - Counselling And Psychotherapy
Zestlife College
Dublin, Ireland08.2016
Diploma - Professional Food Preparation And Culinary Art.
Falkirk College
Falkirk, Scotland.06.1999
High School Diploma -
Lochgilphead High School
Lochgilphead, Argyll, Scotland06.1997
Skills
- Psychosocial Assessment
- Patient Documentation
- Disaster Recovery
- Confidential Records
- Building Rapport
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Documentation
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Psychological Assessment
- Anxiety Management
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Eating Disorder Treatment
- Grief Counseling
- Family Dynamics Understanding
- Self-Care Promotion
- Behavior Modification
- Goal Setting
- Emotional Intelligence
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Personality Disorder Knowledge
- Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
- Anger Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Depression Treatment
- Motivational Interviewing
- Active Listening
- Play Therapy Techniques
- Stress Management
- Emotional Awareness
- Client Counseling
- Administration and Management
- Positive Patient Experiences
Timeline
Psychotherapist
Self-employeed
05.2016 - 11.2021
Support Worker
Teen Challenge Ireland
05.2009 - 12.2012
Chef
Portcullis Hotel
08.2006 - 05.2009
Chef
Portsonachan Hotel
05.1999 - 05.2006
Trainee Chef
Ford Hotel,
06.1997 - 05.1999
College Diploma - Counselling And Psychotherapy
Zestlife College
Diploma - Professional Food Preparation And Culinary Art.
Falkirk College
High School Diploma -
Lochgilphead High School