Kate Stutts
Midlothian,TX
Summary
- A compassionate behavioral technician who can apply classroom constructs to client care development. I have experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional, and social skills development within the clinic, home, and community environments.
- Hardworking Speech and Language Pathology college student with a focus on quality and teamwork. Passionate about public service and community involvement, highlighted through volunteer work. Works well with colleagues, students, and the community to create a diverse, inclusive office and campus.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
LEARN Behavioral
Milwaukee, WI
07.2022 - Current
- Provided crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Documented patients' activities and behaviors into the EHR system for recordkeeping.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports, and program updates.
- Attended workshops and seminars on Autism Spectrum Disorder and ABA best practices.
- Facilitated social interactions between peers by providing verbal prompts or physical guidance when necessary.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Communicated with patients' family members to explain the treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
- Identified and addressed individual problems using clinical team recommendations and solutions.
- Collaborated with families to provide support strategies for home-based interventions.
- Implemented evidence-based practices such as discrete trial teaching and natural environment teaching.
Cooperating Clinician
Marquette Speech and Hearing Clinic
Milwaukee, WI
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
- Developed individualized treatment care to allow the patient to meet semester therapy goals.
- Provided treatment that improved elicitation of bilabials, utilization of AAC device, and joint attention.
- Provided individualized care for patients who are non-verbal.
- Implementation of a play-based approach within therapy settings.
- Providing SOAP notes after leading therapy sessions.
Student Ambassador
Aurora Sinai Medical Center
Milwaukee, WI
09.2023 - Current
- Greeted patients at the front entrance of the hospital and guided them to their specific service location.
- Helped wheelchair patients around the hospital.
- Developed an understanding of how to navigate to and from the various service departments within the hospital.
- Presenting effective patient care and a resource for questions regarding department service locations.
- Communicating with Doctors, nurses, and individuals within the different departments of the hospital.
Dental Assistant Intern
Oral Maxillofacial Surgery+ Med Spa
Chicago, IL
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations regarding radiation exposure when using x-ray equipment.
- Explained procedures and processes to patients before their appointment.
- Experience with taking Panoramic X-rays.
- Reviewed patient charts before doctor's consultation to ensure completeness of information needed for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Sterilization of instruments utilized during procedures.
- Sanitizing operation rooms efficiently.
- Providing care for patients who just had oral maxillofacial surgery.
- Providing aid to the Surgeon during procedures.
- Understanding how local and general anesthesia works.
- Providing aid during implant procedures.
Dental Store Employee
Marquette Dental School
Milwaukee, WI
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Troubleshoot issues related to shipping and receiving in compliance with corporate procedures.
- Recorded shipment data for reporting, accounting, or recordkeeping purposes.
- Ordered dental materials utilized throughout Marquette Dental School for students and faculty.
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
- Maintained adherence to stringent delivery deadlines.
- Communicated customer complaints, requests, and feedback to company management.
- Reviewed and verified invoices and purchase requests to confirm accuracy.
- Understanding the various instruments and materials utilized within the dental field to distribute these materials to customers at the front window efficiently.
- Handled and packaged chemicals utilized by the dental students.
Child Care Provider
St. Viator Elementary School
Chicago, IL
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain a safe environment.
- Prepared meals, snacks, and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Kept inventory of toys and art supplies. To be well-organized and well-stocked to meet the needs of children under care.
- Tutored and mentored school children to provide additional learning opportunities.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings, and decorations.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies or situations requiring first aid treatments.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Read stories, taught songs, and took part in educational games with the kids.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology And Audiology
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI05-2024
High School Diploma -
DePaul College Prep
Chicago, IL05-2020
Skills
- Goal Attainment
- Active listening
- Critical thinker
- Compassion
- Adaptable
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Appointment Setting
- Communication
- Client Relationship Development
- Documentation Skills
- Report Writing
- ABA Techniques
- Behavioral Management
- Patient Services
- Team Collaboration
- Family Support
- Childcare
Accomplishments
- Père Marquette Scholar
- National Honors Society Member
- National Chinese Honors Society Member
- Midwest Chinese Teachers Alliance Chinese Speech Contest- Bronze Medalist
- Avid fundraiser for Alzheimer's Research through Sigma Kappa Kappa Nu Chapter
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Contact Information
- Email: stuttsk2024@gmail.com
- Mobile: 773-960-4718
Certification
- CPR certified
- Behavioral Technician (LEARN Behavioral)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cooperating Clinician
Marquette Speech and Hearing Clinic
09.2023 - 12.2023
Student Ambassador
Aurora Sinai Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Behavior Technician
LEARN Behavioral
07.2022 - Current
Dental Store Employee
Marquette Dental School
08.2021 - 05.2022
Child Care Provider
St. Viator Elementary School
10.2019 - 03.2020
Dental Assistant Intern
Oral Maxillofacial Surgery+ Med Spa
06.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology And Audiology
Marquette University
High School Diploma -
DePaul College Prep