Stella Cantu
Social Worker
Minot,ND
Summary
Accomplished Psychometrist with a proven track record at Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch, enhancing patient evaluation efficiency and outcomes through expert psychological assessment and test administration. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and critical thinking skills, significantly improving communication and operational processes. Skilled in fostering multicultural competence and patient rapport, contributing to advanced therapeutic environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychometrist
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
08.2024 - Current
- Streamlined test administration processes for increased efficiency in evaluating patients.
- Developed effective communication strategies that allowed clear presentation of complex assessment findings to both professional colleagues and clients.
- Established strong rapport with patients, fostering a comfortable environment conducive to accurate test performance.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive reports of testing results to psychologists and other healthcare professionals.
- Provided valuable insights into patient cognitive functioning through careful observation during test administration sessions.
Office Assistant
Trinity Regional Eyecare
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing professional and courteous front desk support.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues.
- Strengthened office organization by implementing new filing systems and digital record-keeping practices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Minot State University
Minot, ND 05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Psychology
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX 05.2001 -
Skills
Psychological Assessment
Research design
Behavioral observation
Test Administration
Multicultural Competence
Teamwork and Collaboration
Multitasking
Social Work
Critical Thinking
Data Interpretation
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Held first point of contact for all internal and external communications with executive-level officers.
- Designed a more efficient Excel template to track and manage office personnel calendars and daily meetings.
- Collaborated with a team of two in developing advocacy efforts for Women's Way.
Certification
Licensed BSW
Timeline
Licensed BSW
12-2024
Psychometrist
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
08.2024 - Current
Office Assistant
Trinity Regional Eyecare
03.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Minot State University
05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Psychology
San Antonio College
05.2001 -
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