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Kirsten Benton

Ankeny,IA

Summary

Client-centered LISW proficient in identifying potential disorders in clients and developing successful treatment plans and therapeutic processes. Accommodating and warm individual possessing strong observational skills and in-depth understanding of human behavior. Offering 10+ years of experience working with children and their families.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LISW

YSS Family Life Center
05.2020 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Daycare Owner/Operator

Self-employed
04.1996 - 05.2020
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children through regular maintenance, staff training, and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
  • Organized fun-filled events and activities for children that promoted learning in an engaging manner.
  • Maintained compliance with state licensing requirements through regular inspections, documentation updates, and policy reviews.
  • Improved customer retention rates by providing exceptional care services tailored to individual child needs.
  • Promoted healthy eating habits among students by overseeing menu planning and meal preparation according to nutritional guidelines set forth by experts in the field of early childhood nutrition.
  • Continuously sought ways to improve the daycare center's services and offerings by staying current with industry trends, attending conferences and workshops, and networking with fellow childcare professionals.
  • Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
  • Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
  • Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.

Education

Master Of Social Work - Social Work

Widener University
Chester, PA
12.2020

BS In Christian Counseling/BS In Crisis Counseling - Psychology

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2016

Skills

  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Organizational Skills
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Relationship Building
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Active Listening
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Microsoft Office
  • Attention to Detail
  • Excellent Communication
  • Written Communication

Certification

I finished 150 credit hours for a play therapy certification. Have not foiled out the application to become a Registered Play Therapist.

Additional Information

Worked in the school setting as a therapist K-12 for 2 years.

Currently work with ages 3-35 with the majority of my clients being ages 3-16.

Worked in residential substance abuse setting prior to my current position.

I have experience working with children with special needs including Autism, ADHD, and IDD.

Worked for mobile crisis for 21/2 years.

Timeline

LISW

YSS Family Life Center
05.2020 - Current

Daycare Owner/Operator

Self-employed
04.1996 - 05.2020

Master Of Social Work - Social Work

Widener University

BS In Christian Counseling/BS In Crisis Counseling - Psychology

Liberty University

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