Kenneth O'Brien
Coeur d'Alene,ID
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. A dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and increase fluidity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Renewed Horizons
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Led 1:1 patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
Behavioral Aide
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Support students in school and home
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify triggers and patterns of behavior, informing intervention strategies.
- Conducted regular reviews of student progress, adjusting intervention strategies to optimize outcomes and support growth in all areas.
- Reduced incidents of disruptive behavior by establishing clear expectations and consequences for students.
ABA Therapist
Pathways Children's Services
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Conducted individual psychotherapy sessions, displaying theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and clinical treatment techniques.
- Implemented visual supports such as schedules, charts, and social stories to enhance comprehension of daily routines among nonverbal or minimally verbal clients.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans and implement continuity of care.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Conducted regular progress evaluations to ensure ongoing effectiveness of treatment interventions and make timely adjustments as needed.
Moved From Orange County, CA to
Spokane, WA
05.2022 - 05.2022
Personal/Behaviorial Assistant
OC Behavioral Services
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
Manager
Delight Jewelry
01.2012 - 06.2022
- Manage all kiosks, consistently reach sales goals, record employee payroll, place inventory order pick ups and deliveries, onboarding of new employees, handle internal affairs, and loss prevention.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Promoted to Manager after 9 months, given the remaining kiosks after 1 year.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Saddleback Community College
Mission Viejo, CAHigh School Diploma -
Laguna Hills High School
Laguna Hills, CA06.2011
Skills
- Customer Service
- Performance Evaluations
- Policy Development and Enforcement
- Training and mentoring
- Staff Supervision
- Mind Mapping
- Leadership Development
- Natural Environment Training
- Activity Planning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Psychological interventions
- Crisis Management
Certification
- Driver's License
- CPR/AED
- First Aid Certification
- CBT Washington State
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Renewed Horizons
10.2023 - 03.2024
Behavioral Aide
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
11.2022 - 10.2023
ABA Therapist
Pathways Children's Services
06.2022 - 11.2022
Moved From Orange County, CA to
Spokane, WA
05.2022 - 05.2022
Personal/Behaviorial Assistant
OC Behavioral Services
07.2021 - 12.2022
Manager
Delight Jewelry
01.2012 - 06.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Saddleback Community College
High School Diploma -
Laguna Hills High School
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