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Kellen Parsons

Stillwater,United States

Summary

Proactive animal scientist always ready for diverse animal needs. Knowledgeable about nutrition, medication and genetics. Maintains health of groups of animals by calmly controlling behaviors and anticipating problems.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavior Therapist - RBT

Bloomwell Autism Therapy
01.2025 - Current
  • Administered therapy and applied behavioral analysis techniques in school, home and community to facilitate client treatment plan.
  • Created and designed individualized behavioral interventions to promote positive behaviors and prevent problems.
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments to gather data to track treatment progress.
  • Developed tools to help client acquire new skills and work towards goals of building communication and social interactions.
  • Collaborated with treatment team to determine obstacles to success, assess client needs and develop treatment plan.

Photographer/ Owner

Kellbell Photography
04.2019 - 10.2024
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.

Real Estate Photographer

Next Door Photos
05.2020 - 01.2021
  • Captured well lit, carefully framed, and tasteful photographs of indoor and outdoor real estate for clients
  • Entered homes of clients respectfully and courteously, assisted clients in strategically rearrange items for more effective photos, and represented my company at large in an honorable manner
  • Attended training to expand my personal knowledge on many topics including videography, drone photography, and other higher level topics related to real estate photography


Home Health Aide

Comfort Keepers
05.2017 - 07.2018
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.

Manager of Dance and Fitness

Captured Studios
02.2016 - 03.2017
  • Coordinated startup of new company: including creation of policies and procedures, hiring team of instructors, creating booking and client management system, website and social media development, and redesign of studio space
  • Developed lesson plans and arranged choreography for each class based on skill level
  • Monitored student progress and provided meaningful feedback
  • Created monthly class schedules, modified the booking system, and posted schedules online
  • Worked directly with the marketing director on promotional efforts
  • Called periodic staff meetings to provide feedback and address any issues

Painting Instructor

Captured Community
02.2016 - 03.2017
  • Led students of all ages, levels, and ability in the creation of paintings and other fine arts projects
  • Developed artistic visual products while working within defined technical constraints
  • Recorded and maintained attendance records
  • Set-up studio and returned space to neat state upon completion of class
  • Designed and taught a new curriculum for homeschool class that exposed students to fine art techniques, art history, cultural movement, and geography

Animal Collections Intern

Saginaw Children's Zoo
05.2010 - 10.2010
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
  • Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
  • Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.

Education

Certificate - Natural Scientific Illustration

Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, RI
08.2024

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Animal Science - Production Management

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
09.2014

Skills

  • Animal nutrition
  • Animal handling
  • Health monitoring
  • Disease prevention
  • Behavior analysis
  • Research
  • Data management
  • Customer service
  • Excellent communication

Certification

  • RBT - Registered Behavior Technician

Timeline

Behavior Therapist - RBT

Bloomwell Autism Therapy
01.2025 - Current

Real Estate Photographer

Next Door Photos
05.2020 - 01.2021

Photographer/ Owner

Kellbell Photography
04.2019 - 10.2024

Home Health Aide

Comfort Keepers
05.2017 - 07.2018

Manager of Dance and Fitness

Captured Studios
02.2016 - 03.2017

Painting Instructor

Captured Community
02.2016 - 03.2017

Animal Collections Intern

Saginaw Children's Zoo
05.2010 - 10.2010

Certificate - Natural Scientific Illustration

Rhode Island School of Design

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Animal Science - Production Management

Kansas State University