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Katherine Aragon-Barrientos

Miami,FL

Summary

Caring Residential Counselor with experience supporting independence through daily living skills coaching. Diligent when enhancing residents' mental health and social needs. Focused on meeting resident life plan goals by teaching positive habits, safety tips and time management. Dedicated to encouraging well-suited hobbies and leisure activities. Competent in applying campus policies fairly and equally. Well-organized, caring and attentive to student needs. Successful at completing room and building inspections and connecting often with residents. Familiar with following security standards, advocating for student resources and utilizing relationship-focused approaches to maximize satisfaction. Personable, amiable and open communication style paired with excellent interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Accurately and efficiently updates logs and reports. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Counselor

His House Children's Home
Miami Gardens, FL
09.2023 - Current
  • Provided support and guidance to residents in developing life skills such as budgeting, time management and problem solving.
  • Organized recreational activities for residents including games, sports and field trips.
  • Monitored resident behavior, documented incidents and reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Counseled residents on individual issues such as stress management, anger control and conflict resolution.
  • Maintained records of resident progress including treatment plans, medication logs and notes from counseling sessions.
  • Facilitated weekly group meetings with residents to discuss topics such as peer pressure, self-esteem building and communication skills.

Admissions Representative

South Florida Institute
Miami , FL
12.2022 - 11.2023
  • Assisted prospective students with the admissions process by providing guidance and answering questions.
  • Maintained accurate records of student applications and documents.
  • Developed relationships with high schools, counselors, and community organizations to promote college awareness.
  • Managed incoming inquiries from prospective students via phone calls, emails, text messages or social media platforms.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the university on various projects related to admissions initiatives.

Manager's Assistant

Interbond Corporation Of America
Hollywood , FL
06.2016 - 12.2022
  • Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
  • Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
  • Conducted intakes of new clients and developed individualized treatment plans based on their needs.
  • Created a safe environment that promotes self-expression, respect, trustworthiness, responsibility, empathy, and acceptance among residents.
  • Implemented behavioral interventions designed to modify or reduce problematic behaviors.
  • Provided transportation for clients as needed to appointments or other activities outside the residence.
  • Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.
  • Enforced rules and regulations for smooth and orderly operation of residential programs.
  • Provided general administrative support including answering phones, typing letters, reports and memos.
  • Developed and implemented efficient filing systems for all incoming documents.
  • Reviewed emails daily to prioritize tasks for the manager's attention.
  • Researched industry trends to inform decision making processes within the organization.
  • Monitored inventory levels of office supplies and placed orders as needed.
  • Utilized computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite proficiently.

Babysitter

Family Day Care Home
Miami, FL
10.2019 - 07.2021
  • Organizing playdates with other children and providing supervision during outdoor activities.
  • Assisting with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children.
  • Providing a safe environment for children to explore their curiosity and creativity.
  • Administering medication when needed according to parent instructions.
  • Transporting children to school, sports activities, or other engagements when necessary.
  • Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Este
Carolina, PR
06-2025

Registered Medical Assistant

South Florida Institute of Technology
Miami, FL
06-2016

Skills

  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Call Center Operations
  • Safety Management
  • Supply Replenishment
  • Client Transportation
  • Call Answering and Routing
  • Report Generation
  • Call Management
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Inbound and Outbound Calling

Languages

Spanish
Professional
English
Professional

Timeline

Resident Counselor

His House Children's Home
09.2023 - Current

Admissions Representative

South Florida Institute
12.2022 - 11.2023

Babysitter

Family Day Care Home
10.2019 - 07.2021

Manager's Assistant

Interbond Corporation Of America
06.2016 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Este

Registered Medical Assistant

South Florida Institute of Technology
Katherine Aragon-Barrientos