Karene Louis
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Skilled Behavioral Technician and Occupational Therapist Aide, specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder knowledge and excellent communication, significantly contributed to patient progress at Links ABA Therapy. Demonstrated exceptional ability in applying behavior analysis and fostering social skills development, ensuring a positive impact on client wellness and independence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Technician
Innovative Behavior Solutions
Toms River, NJ
11.2024 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with clients and their families to ensure successful treatment outcomes.
- Utilized Applied Behavior Analysis principles to guide interventions for behavioral issues.
- Monitored client progress and documented data on a daily basis.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Engaged children in play activities that promoted language development, motor skills, self-help skills, cognitive functioning.
- Provided verbal reinforcement to encourage positive behaviors in clients.
- Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Behavioral Technician
Links ABA Therapy
Lakewood, NJ
11.2023 - Current
- Encouraged patients to develop work skills and to participate in social, recreational, and other therapeutic activities that enhanced interpersonal skills and develop social relationships
- Developed and taught strategies to promote client wellness and independence
- Utilized applied behavior analysis principles and techniques to reinforce desired behaviors
- Supported and assisted individuals with skills training in all activities of daily living
- Collected data to document services provided, obtaining appropriate signatures and collecting other relevant documentation
- Observed and influenced patients' behavior by teaching, counseling, and befriending
- Observed interactions between clients and other individuals in order to monitor progress towards desired outcomes
- Followed treatment plan goals and interventions by utilizing sound judgment and seeking out appropriate consultation
- Attended team meetings with supervisor and family to discuss patient and progress
- Delivered direct treatment and document for patients for whom ABA was medically necessary
Media Coordinator
Sanctification Assembly of God
Orange, NJ
06.2022 - Current
- Designed and created promotional materials for various events and products
- Edited videos using Adobe Creative Suite software programs such as Premiere Pro and After Effects
- Provided strategic direction on creative design concepts that align with brand guidelines
- Introduced new marketing strategies, increasing annual revenue.
- Maintained records of items received, issued and returned.
- Coordinated production of videos, podcasts, radio spots, print materials, ensuring quality standards are met.
- Generated ideas for creative content that resonates with target audience segments.
Occupational Therapist Aide
Twin Boro
Westfield, NJ
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability
- Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, developmental delay and dementia
- Protected patient and personnel safety by cleaning work areas and disinfecting equipment after treatments
- Reported patients' progress, attitudes and accomplishments to supervisors or therapists
- Assisted occupational therapists in developing and implementing individual treatment plans
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Encouraged and attended to patients' physical needs to facilitate and attain therapeutic goals
- Executed company policies, procedures, and safety standards to ensure the proper cleanliness and safety of the office and equipment
- Collected payments/co-pay
- Managed and observed OT/ST sessions and provided guidance and support in the OT/ST sessions to ensure that progress was being made with each new patient
- Coordinated and handled incoming/outgoing calls from patients
- Provided customer service and was involved in training new team members when needed
- Managed a files contained with, each labeled with name, credit card number, and address of the patient
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge
Intern
Jump Ahead Pediatrics, LLC
Jersey City
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability
- Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, developmental delay and dementia
- Protected patient and personnel safety by cleaning work areas and disinfecting equipment after treatments
- Reported patients' progress, attitudes and accomplishments to supervisors or therapists
- Assisted occupational therapists in developing and implementing individual treatment plans
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Encouraged and attended to patients' physical needs to facilitate and attain therapeutic goals
- Executed company policies, procedures, and safety standards to ensure the proper cleanliness and safety of the office and equipment
- Collected payments/co-pay
- Managed and observed OT/ST sessions and provided guidance and support in the OT/ST sessions to ensure that progress was being made with each new patient
- Coordinated and handled incoming/outgoing calls from patients
- Provided customer service and was involved in training new team members when needed
- Managed a files contained with, each labeled with name, credit card number, and address of the patient
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge
Teacher's Assistant
Daycare
Roselle, NJ
02.2020 - 02.2023
- Supported with creating project marketing materials to promote services
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports
- Collaborated with other teachers and administrators in development, evaluation and revision of preschool programs
- Diversified teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Prepared reports on students and activities as required by administration
- Discussed individual students' needs and progress
- Kept accurate student records detailing attendance, progress and challenges
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work
- Evaluated student progress to identify areas for curriculum improvement
- Arranged indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities and safety
- Arranged classroom and lessons to provide opportunities for students to observe, question and investigate new concepts
- Taught developmentally appropriate skills to promote academic, social and emotional growth
- Assimilated arrived children to school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear and selecting activities of interest to them
- Taught proper eating habits and personal hygiene
- Observed and evaluated children's performance, behavior, social development and physical health
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Maintained student attendance records, grades, and other required records
- Explained and demonstrated artistic techniques
- Prepared course materials, such as homework assignments and handouts
- Organized performance groups and directed rehearsals
Piano Teacher
Claire's Piano School
Irvington, NJ
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Supported with creating project marketing materials to promote services
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports
- Collaborated with other teachers and administrators in development, evaluation and revision of preschool programs
- Diversified teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Prepared reports on students and activities as required by administration
- Discussed individual students' needs and progress
- Kept accurate student records detailing attendance, progress and challenges
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work
- Evaluated student progress to identify areas for curriculum improvement
- Arranged indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities and safety
- Arranged classroom and lessons to provide opportunities for students to observe, question and investigate new concepts
- Taught developmentally appropriate skills to promote academic, social and emotional growth
- Assimilated arrived children to school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear and selecting activities of interest to them
- Taught proper eating habits and personal hygiene
- Observed and evaluated children's performance, behavior, social development and physical health
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Maintained student attendance records, grades, and other required records
- Explained and demonstrated artistic techniques
- Prepared course materials, such as homework assignments and handouts
- Organized performance groups and directed rehearsals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology Health Profession Candidate
Kean University
Union05.2025
High School Diploma -
Frank H. Morrell Campus
Irvington06.2019
Skills
- Outpatient Therapy
- Organize Supplies
- Treatment plan monitoring
- Patient care
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Knowledge
- Social Skills Development
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational Skills
References
References available upon request
Volunteer Experience
Media Coordinator, Sanctification Assembly of God, Orange, NJ, 06/01/22, Present, Designed and created promotional materials for various events and products., Edited videos using Adobe Creative Suite software programs such as Premiere Pro and After Effects., Provided strategic direction on creative design concepts that align with brand guidelines.
Languages
- English, Bilingual
- Haitian Creole, Native
Timeline
Behavioral Technician
Innovative Behavior Solutions
11.2024 - Current
Behavioral Technician
Links ABA Therapy
11.2023 - Current
Occupational Therapist Aide
Twin Boro
02.2023 - 01.2024
Intern
Jump Ahead Pediatrics, LLC
09.2022 - 05.2023
Media Coordinator
Sanctification Assembly of God
06.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Daycare
02.2020 - 02.2023
Piano Teacher
Claire's Piano School
09.2015 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology Health Profession Candidate
Kean University
High School Diploma -
Frank H. Morrell Campus
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