SCOTT B OKWAN
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Education Specialist
Graham Windham
08.2024 - Current
- Refer to all students in need of academic help for tutoring and follow up with Tutor/Coaches.
- Support Specialized High School test prep and honors program applications.
- Monitor academic milestones using an online platform.
- Connect students to after-school and summer programs.
- Coordinate with Case Planning Teams and participate in Family Team Conferences.
- Provide special education advocacy, disciplinary support, truancy prevention, and school enrollment assistance.
Behavioral Tech
Kids First Inc
12.2024 - Current
- Collect data on behaviors and program targets for children with autism.
- Provide ABA therapy and track progress.
Case Planner
Graham Windham
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed 15+ foster care cases.
- Conducted interviews and assessments on multiple domains.
- Coordinated home/school visits, court reports, and supervised family visits.
- Collaborated with ACS and service providers to ensure family support.
Physical Therapist Aide
NYU Langone Health
04.2018 - 01.2023
- Maintained a safe and organized rehab environment.
- Supported patients with mobility routines and equipment use.
- Recorded data using Excel and Microsoft Word.
- Provided excellent patient care and assistance.
Direct Support Professional
Community Options
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Provided care for clients with severe developmental disabilities.
- Maintained facility standards and administered medications.
- Improved client independence through structured routines.
Co-Founder
Good Brotha Inc. / Shine Youth
05.2018 - Current
- Organized youth events and fitness programs.
- Mentored youth on mental health, education, and life skills.
- Led community donation drives and weekly health runs.
Garden Sales Associate
Home Depot
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Provided plant care advice and customer service.
- Maintained garden displays and operated forklift equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Touro College
Brooklyn, NYAssociate’s Degree -
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NYHigh School Diploma -
Abraham Lincoln High School
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Strong Communication
- People-Oriented
- Computer Literate
Volunteer Experience
Co-Founder, Good Brotha Inc. / Shine Youth, 05/01/18, Present, Organized youth events and fitness programs., Mentored youth on mental health, education, and life skills., Led community donation drives and weekly health runs.
Awards
- 2021 New York State Citation Black History Month Honoree, Good Brotha Inc.
- 2021 Assembly State of New York Proclamation, Good Brotha Inc.
- 2022 City Council Citation, from Council Member Ari Kegan
- 2022 Organizational Leadership of the Year, from 46th District Leader Dionne Brown-Jordan
Timeline
Behavioral Tech
Kids First Inc
12.2024 - Current
Middle School Education Specialist
Graham Windham
08.2024 - Current
Case Planner
Graham Windham
01.2023 - 08.2024
Co-Founder
Good Brotha Inc. / Shine Youth
05.2018 - Current
Physical Therapist Aide
NYU Langone Health
04.2018 - 01.2023
Direct Support Professional
Community Options
06.2016 - 03.2018
Garden Sales Associate
Home Depot
01.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Touro College
Associate’s Degree -
Kingsborough Community College
High School Diploma -
Abraham Lincoln High School