Kathleen Wojnar BSW
Old Bridge
Summary
Hardworking and empathetic graduate with a bachelor's degree in social work and a minor in psychology driven to improve clients lives with high-quality and caring support. Motivated team player with the ability to excel at the duties the job requires, along with excellent planning and problem-solving skills paired with a methodical and thorough approach.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Companion/Rounder
CentraState Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
Hybridge Learning Group
07.2013 - 04.2022
- Implement life skills and academic programs based on child's Individualized
Education Program goals.
- Follow through on client's behavioral intervention plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
- Assist parents in learning how to apply certain strategies with their child in their home life.
- Work with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
- Complete follow-up assessments to determine effectiveness of treatment.
- Developed and maintained clear, individualized documentation on each patient.
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
The Speech Tree
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Developed and maintained clear, individualized documentation on each patient.
- Work with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
- Follow through on client's behavioral intervention plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
- Assist parents in learning how to apply certain strategies with their child in their home life.
- Implement life skills and academic programs based on child's Individualized Education Program goals.
- Complete follow-up assessments to determine effectiveness of treatment.
Daycare Director
Kids Count Child Center
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations including fire and disaster preparedness and Department of Public Health codes.
- Work cooperatively with DCP&P, DCF, and CCS to ensure state requirements and guidelines are followed.
- Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance.
- Managed program paperwork, payroll and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for 80 children to thrive.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Operated under licensing and company guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
Teaching Assistant
Matawan Aberdeen Regional School District
09.2011 - 11.2018
- Assist students in achieving life skill goals set by teachers.
- Implement student's academic programs, behavioral intervention plan and record data in students file.
- Attend staff development workshops and meetings to stay current with all required information.
- Work professionally with all other co-workers, teachers, and administrators in order to maximize student's potentials.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapy all while fostering personal growth and individualism.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery
Instructional Paraprofessional
Bayshore Jointure Commission
10.2007 - 08.2011
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assist teacher in helping students achieve independent life skill goals.
- Implement academic programs with students as directed by teachers in individual and group settings.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills and document necessary data.
- Attend staff development workshops to enhance job performance.
- Work cooperatively with other paraprofessionals, teachers, and administrators in order to maximize student learning.
Education
BSW: - Social Work
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ01.2020
Associate of Science - Pre-Social Work
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ05.2016
Skills
- Social history intake procedures
- Visit clients homes
- Adherence to all policies and procedures
- Microsoft Office
- Excellent professional, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
- Natural emotional empathy
- Ability to develop and strengthen relationships
- Active listening and intentional speaking
- Natural ability to understand various points of view
- High emotional intelligence and sensitivity
- Meticulous organizational skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Inner strength and perseverance
Certification
- Medical Terminology, Des Moines University - 2021
- BLS/CPR (AHA), Team Life - 2025
- CPR/AED, Americal Red Cross - 2021
- Medical Terminology, Ocean County College - 2004
Timeline
Safety Companion/Rounder
CentraState Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
The Speech Tree
10.2020 - 05.2022
Daycare Director
Kids Count Child Center
08.2020 - 09.2021
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
Hybridge Learning Group
07.2013 - 04.2022
Teaching Assistant
Matawan Aberdeen Regional School District
09.2011 - 11.2018
Instructional Paraprofessional
Bayshore Jointure Commission
10.2007 - 08.2011
BSW: - Social Work
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Associate of Science - Pre-Social Work
Brookdale Community College
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