Kate Lorenzo
Ashburn,United States
Summary
Clinical management professional with extensive experience in overseeing clinical operations and improving patient outcomes. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and consistently achieving results in dynamic healthcare environments. Versatile and reliable, with expertise in regulatory compliance and staff development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Clinical Director
Brighter Strides ABA Therapy
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new employees, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to establish organizational goals and strategic plans for the clinical department.
- Developed, implemented, revised, and evaluated policies and procedures.
- Interacted effectively with clinical staff and patients by using active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing healthcare delivery through diligent monitoring and proactive policy updates as needed.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Brighter Strides ABA Therapy
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Developed data-driven goals and objectives tailored to each client''s unique strengths and needs.
- Enhanced overall service delivery by developing and implementing staff training programs in applied behavior analysis principles and techniques.
- Maintained a high level of professional ethics and adherence to industry standards through ongoing participation in continuing education opportunities.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using evidence-based outcome measures, resulting in continuous improvement of service delivery models.
- Enhanced client outcomes by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Conducted thorough functional behavior assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and inform targeted interventions.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients'' families through open communication channels, empathetic listening skills, and a genuine commitment to their child''s success.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Acorn Health
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement systems, visual supports, and environmental modifications.
- Developed data-driven goals and objectives tailored to each client''s unique strengths and needs.
- Enhanced overall service delivery by developing and implementing staff training programs in applied behavior analysis principles and techniques.
- Maintained a high level of professional ethics and adherence to industry standards through ongoing participation in continuing education opportunities.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using evidence-based outcome measures, resulting in continuous improvement of service delivery models.
- Enhanced client outcomes by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Continuum Behavioral Healthcare Corp
02.2021 - 03.2021
Behavioral Health Technician
Continuum behavioral health
09.2018 - 02.2021
Special Education Teacher
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Education
Master of Science - MS - Applied Behavior Analysis
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
03.2020
Bachelor of Education - BEd - Early Childhood and Special Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
05.2015
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Performance Improvement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical operations
Timeline
Assistant Clinical Director
Brighter Strides ABA Therapy
01.2022 - Current
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Brighter Strides ABA Therapy
06.2021 - 01.2022
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Acorn Health
03.2021 - 05.2022
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Continuum Behavioral Healthcare Corp
02.2021 - 03.2021
Behavioral Health Technician
Continuum behavioral health
09.2018 - 02.2021
Special Education Teacher
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Education - BEd - Early Childhood and Special Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science - MS - Applied Behavior Analysis
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
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