Kierstin Andrews
Avon,IN
Summary
Empathetic and passionate individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Seeking a career transition that will give me a healthy work/life balance while I aim to complete my graduate degree in clinical mental health counseling.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Skills Specialist
Cummins Behavioral Health Systems
12.2021 - Current
- Customized strategies based on individuals' goals and strengths and offered each positive reinforcement to continue progress against goals.
- Offered training on personal hygiene and grooming skills.
- Promoted proper sanitation by training on important cleaning tasks in kitchens and bathrooms.
- Coached clients through difficult life circumstances.
- Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
Registered Behavior Technician
Circle City ABA
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments, and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Promoted positive interactions with children with Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
Case Manager
Valley Oaks Health
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Developed and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
Pre-School Teacher
Danville Chrisitan Learning Center
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University Global
Indianapolis, IN05.2021
High School Diploma -
Seeger Memorial High School
West Lebanon, IN05.2016
Skills
- Organization
- Problem-solving skills
- Case Note Documentation
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Active Listening
- Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
- Scheduling
- Calendar Management
Certification
- Contemporary Theory in Mental Health Services
- CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Life Skills Specialist
Cummins Behavioral Health Systems
12.2021 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Circle City ABA
10.2021 - 11.2022
Case Manager
Valley Oaks Health
05.2021 - 09.2021
Pre-School Teacher
Danville Chrisitan Learning Center
06.2020 - 05.2021
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University Global
High School Diploma -
Seeger Memorial High School
- Contemporary Theory in Mental Health Services
- CPR/First Aid
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