Kendra Gosha
Arlington,VA
Summary
Experienced with providing comprehensive care and support to diverse client populations. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships. Track record of maintaining safe and supportive environment tailored to individual needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Consumer Direct Care Network
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Crisis Counselor
Trinity West Hospital
10.2016 - 04.2019
- Documented client interactions accurately, maintaining thorough records for future reference and follow-up care coordination efforts.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing empathetic and supportive counseling during crisis situations.
- Provided timely interventions for clients experiencing suicidal thoughts or self-harm behaviors, coordinating with emergency services when necessary.
- Assisted individuals in managing stress and navigating through emotional challenges, promoting mental health awareness.
- Collaborated with a team of volunteers to ensure comprehensive support for clients in need.
Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional
Sumter County School Board
05.2013 - 08.2015
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Education
High School Diploma -
American School
Lansing, IL04-2003
Skills
- Crisis management
- Problem-solving
- Client support
- Client documentation
- Community integration
- Behavioral management
- HIPAA compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Consumer Direct Care Network
06.2019 - Current
Crisis Counselor
Trinity West Hospital
10.2016 - 04.2019
Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional
Sumter County School Board
05.2013 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
American School
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