KENNETH FREEMAN
Bronx
Summary
I see myself Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Support Specialist
Greenburgh Academy
09.2024 - Current
- I work alongside the Principal and Assistant Principal in a public High School that serves students with IEPs from all over New York State. As a Behavior Support Specialist Supervisor my responsibilities include and not limited to maintaining safety in the school building, managing the front desk, assist with organizing and supervising student transportation and student data reporting. I also delegate duties to hall monitors There assignment of the morning. I also insure that other school monitors will be trained in TCI to ensure a therapeutic approach to our students.
Supervisor
Woodfield Detention Center
02.2024 - Current
- As assistant supervisor my primary task is to provide oversight to staff and youth within the detention center with the support of a multi-disciplinary Team. I also carry out assigned duties and responsibilities in assuring their direct reports provide safe, non-threatening, creative, supportive environments with a focus on changing problem behavior, and be responsible to work collaboratively with other Supervisor to assure coverage throughout each shift.
Crisis Response Specialist
Woodfield Detention Center
11.2018 - 02.2024
- My duties as a Crisis Specialist I monitor youth movement, progress, and respond immediately for support in crisis situations. I have the ability to put into practice all techniques of Safe Management Crisis (SCM). I can demonstrate strong counseling and de-escalation techniques. Using differential approaches to form relationships to meet juveniles needs.
Peer Specialist
Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services-(CASES)
10.2018 - 07.2022
- As a peer Specialist I provide an environment where clients can be and are comfortable in the community I assist with restorative services and ADLs with clients. I escort clients to outside appointments throughout the community utilizing public transportation. I submit timely completion of required documentation for every client contacted. I provide crisis intervention, as necessary. I can work with, families, and staff in a respectful manner, with understanding of and consideration for cultural differences.
Caseworker
Pibly Residential Program
07.2015 - 11.2018
- My duties as senior caseworker: I assisted the supervisor with recruitment and training of future employees. I also coordinated contacts with mental health agencies, day treatment programs, and other providers. I would lead weekly unit meeting work closely with staff on the responsibility and accountability of client’s caseload and other related duties as required.
Youth Counselor
WestHab Inc
10.2013 - 07.2015
- As a youth counselor I executed a daily operation of instructing students under the direction and guidance of a program manager. I also work with students individually or in small groups-listening while students read. I reinforce class work, help them find information for reports, along with assisting students working with computers and educational software.
Mental Health Assistance
Stony Lodge Hospital
03.2008 - 04.2012
- My duties as a Mental Health Assistant I participate as an active member of the clinical treatment team; ensure a safe environment using therapeutic care; I also escort patients as assigned; record patient census Initiate problem-solving related to the delivery of patient care on the unit; ensure that all documentation entered in the medical record is behaviorally stated as i observed patient’s emotions and developmental conditions.
Sociotherapist
St Christopher's Inc
07.2006 - 10.2010
- My daily job consists of supporting and monitoring progress as it relates to the specific behavioral and social goals that have been developed for the residents. I provide crisis intervention which helps the youths to resolve conflicts, overcome life hurdles and replace undesirable habits with acceptable behaviors. I also work closely with managers and social workers to assure a permanent and safe outcome for every resident.
Physical Education Director
Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club
10.2000 - 07.2006
- My job as a physical education director consists of me working independently most of the time creating structured activities. I always tried to include applicable programs that stress life skills development. Such as fitness, health education, and team sports. As a director I preformed routine duties for the organization this responsibility extended to management in the absence of my colleagues
Education
Diploma -
Dewitt Clinton High School
New York, NY06.1993
Skills
- Time management
- Crisis intervention
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Office
- Experience working with students
- Case management
Certification
- Eating Disorders and Substance Use June 2024 to Present Learned eating disorders and treatment for those with substance use.
- Cannabis and Older Adults June 2024 to Present Cannabis use and older adults.
- Best Practices for Healthcare Providers in Preparing & Administering Injections June 2024 to Present Injected medicines are a 'Standard' of modern medical care, yet investigations into outbreaks of infection, from failing to follow safe injection practices, continue to be necessary.
- Assessing Readiness for Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Employing Appropriate Harm Reduction June 2024 to Present Provides information and discussion on the Stages of Change, Motivational Interviewing, and Harm Reduction.
- Addressing the Use of Language and Stigma Towards Persons with Substance Use Disorders in the Healthcare Setting June 2024 to Present This presentation discusses recognizing and reducing stigma towards PWUD (people who use drugs) in the health care setting. Discussion on applying a Best Practices approach to strength-based, person centered language in both conversation and written documentation is included.
- A Year of Cultural Competency: Personality Disorders and Substance Use June 2024 to Present This training will explore the links between personality disorders and substance use, with emphasis on Antisocial Personality Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder.
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification September 2023 to September 2025 American Health Association Health Savers CPR-AED Adult-child-AED (Level C)
- CADC
- Substance Abuse Counseling Certification
Timeline
Behavior Support Specialist
Greenburgh Academy
09.2024 - Current
Supervisor
Woodfield Detention Center
02.2024 - Current
Crisis Response Specialist
Woodfield Detention Center
11.2018 - 02.2024
Peer Specialist
Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services-(CASES)
10.2018 - 07.2022
Caseworker
Pibly Residential Program
07.2015 - 11.2018
Youth Counselor
WestHab Inc
10.2013 - 07.2015
Mental Health Assistance
Stony Lodge Hospital
03.2008 - 04.2012
Sociotherapist
St Christopher's Inc
07.2006 - 10.2010
Physical Education Director
Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club
10.2000 - 07.2006
Diploma -
Dewitt Clinton High School