KATHERINE DENISE SAMONTE
San Diego,CA
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Behavior Specialist dedicated to helping clients integrate and improve mental wellbeing. Clear communicator supportive of individual and family needs. Strong commitment to advocacy and skill-building.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Specialist
Rogers Behavioral Health
08.2022 - Current
- Implement Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, Behavioral Activation, and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapies for children and adolescents with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression.
- Provide crisis intervention support during critical incidents, deescalating situations and ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Evaluating the effectiveness of behavior interventions using data-driven approaches, making adjustments as needed to ensure success through attending weekly staffings and individual and group supervisions.
- Contribute to patient Individual Plans of Care and daily treatment summaries in a timely manner and facilitate psychoeducation groups.
- Collaborate with patient families and schools to ensure the best outcomes.
Behavior Technician
Behavior Frontiers
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs through Applied Behavioral Analysis in the home and school settings.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
Volunteer
Kaiser Permanente Hospice
06.2020 - 09.2024
- Developed strong relationships with patients' extended support networks, such as friends and community members, to encourage a positive end-of-life experience.
- Supported families through difficult transitions and answered questions via check-in calls to grieving family members.
- Assisted care team with administrative requirements of treatment delivery such as welcome bags, COVID-19 testing kits and personal protective equipment, and bereavement mailers.
- Participated in regular volunteer meetings, sharing insights and best practices with fellow hospice volunteers to continually improve the quality of care.
- Maintained detailed records of volunteer hours along with accurate documentation of patient interactions according to HIPAA guidelines.
Front of House
55 Thai Kitchen
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food and beverage stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Handled high volume transactions calmly, maintaining composure under pressure and delivering excellent customer service.
- Coordinated with kitchen employees and front of house personnel to consistently drive smooth operations.
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety regulations, promoting a clean and safe dining environment for guests.
- Performed end-of-shift duties such as cleaning cashier stations, counting cash drawers, restocking supplies as needed.
Youth Ministry Peer Leader
St. Euphrasia Church
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Managed time efficiently while balancing multiple responsibilities as both a Peer Leader and full-time student.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment to aid individuals in exploring and strengthening their Catholic faith.
- Enhanced peer collaboration by organizing student retreats and volunteer opportunities such as distributing food and care kits to the homeless population.
- Attended weekly planning meetings to collaborate and develop new ideas for the congregation.
Education
Master of Science - Marriage And Family Therapy
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ02.2027
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA12.2021
High School Diploma -
Granada Hills Charter High School
Granada Hills, CA06.2018
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Data Collection through Cerner and Microsoft Office
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent time management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (2022 - Current)
- CPR (2022 - Current)
- Mental Health First Aid (2022 - Current)
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (2022 - Current)
Timeline
Behavior Specialist
Rogers Behavioral Health
08.2022 - Current
Behavior Technician
Behavior Frontiers
02.2021 - 08.2022
Volunteer
Kaiser Permanente Hospice
06.2020 - 09.2024
Front of House
55 Thai Kitchen
02.2019 - 02.2021
Youth Ministry Peer Leader
St. Euphrasia Church
09.2016 - 05.2018
Master of Science - Marriage And Family Therapy
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
High School Diploma -
Granada Hills Charter High School
- Basic Life Support (2022 - Current)
- CPR (2022 - Current)
- Mental Health First Aid (2022 - Current)
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (2022 - Current)
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