Kimberly Vicente
Human Services
Merrimac,MA
Summary
Dedicated human services professional promoting a extensive career of providing exemplary support and assistance to clients. Patient professional with expertise in developing relationships with clients to ascertain needs. Ready for a new position that involves more administrative duties and providing care to this group.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocational Baking Instructor/Case Manager
Shared Living Collaborative
Merrimac, MA
05.2019 - Current
- Adapted instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to instruct students on the principles of baking and kitchen work.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, ISP goals, behavior guidelines, and assessments.
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners.
- Managed behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies.
- Planned instruction to achieve objectives based upon individuals needs and established curriculum.
- Provided case management services to clients, including assessing client needs and developing individualized service plans and lesson plans.
- Advocated on behalf of vulnerable populations in order to promote their rights and interests.
Life Skills Paraprofessional
Lowell Public Schools
Lowell, MA
01.2015 - 02.2024
- Implemented strategies to reduce challenging behaviors in a safe manner.
- Utilized crisis intervention techniques when necessary to deescalate situations.
- Monitored student behavior during class, lunchroom, and recess periods.
- Provided support to teachers in implementing educational objectives and goals.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials such as bulletin board displays, worksheets, and flash cards.
- Tutored students individually or in small groups on a regular basis.
- Assisted in the development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Participated in meetings with school administrators regarding program initiatives related to life skills teaching.
Residential Program Manager
Career Resources Corporation
Haverhill, MA
09.2001 - 10.2014
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies related to residential programming.
- Advised staff on best practices in providing effective services for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client information including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans on HCSIS and confidential logs.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review program performance, discuss challenges and develop solutions.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure a comprehensive approach to client care was taken when necessary.
- Responsible for medical appointments and pertinent paperwork and records.
- Collaborated with DDS case managers to provide appropriate services to individuals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH08-2024
Cosmetology Certificate Program -
North Shore Community College
Danvers, MA05-2001
Skills
- Program Instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Learning skills development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individual Records Management (ISP, HCSIS)
- Progress Evaluations
- Case Management
- ISP Goal Development and Implementation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Vocational Baking Instructor/Case Manager
Shared Living Collaborative
05.2019 - Current
Life Skills Paraprofessional
Lowell Public Schools
01.2015 - 02.2024
Residential Program Manager
Career Resources Corporation
09.2001 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Cosmetology Certificate Program -
North Shore Community College
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