Yackelin Orellana
Houston,United States
Summary
A client-centered professional skilled in identifying and maximizing potential in clients. Accommodating and warm individual possessing strong observational skills and in-depth understanding of human behavior.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychology Intern
Well Institute Of Neurodevelopment
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Observed specialists and attended 120 hours of supervision to develop practical knowledge and abilities.
- Evaluated patients' goals as well as mental conditions to assist in individualized treatment plans.
- Offered perspective on effectiveness of treatments concerning conditions such as depression and anxiety.
- Identified indications of mental or developmental regression and abnormal behavior through direct observation.
Office Assistant
Counseling Services,University Of Houston-Downtown
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Confirmed appointments and communicated with clients while maintaining confidentiality.
- Supported patients needing care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Attended therapeutic educational group meetings and supports patients with guidance from mental health professional.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to clients, handling challenging situations with ease.
Mentor
Talent Search, University Of Houston-Downtown
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Counseled 5 students individually to assist in overcoming obstacles, make proper choices to stay focused and adjust to college life.
- Assessed students' knowledge, comprehension and study habits to track progress and set realistic goals.
- Educated students in available resources for post-secondary school.
Human Resources Assistant
McLemore Building Maintenance Inc.
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Filed paperwork, sorted and delivered mail, and maintained office organization.
- Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
- Created and updated tracking spreadsheets using WinTeam.
- Took messages and provided information about company processes, hours and requirements.
Office Assistant
Talent Search, University Of Houston-Downtown
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Utilize National database to keep track of Talent Search participants and document post-secondary enrollment.
- Assisted with field trip file management and events.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
Childwatch Attendant
Ymca Of Greater Houston
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces and toys each day.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
West End Child Development Center
03.2016 - 07.2016
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Wiped down play areas, toys, tables and other hard surfaces to minimize germ spread.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
After School Teacher
Avenue CDC
12.2015 - 07.2016
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Communicated with parents and staff to discuss educational policies and activities and students' learning and behavioral problems.
- Organized and supervised games and [Type] recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development in children.
- Monitored student attendance by collecting attendance rosters and overseeing attendance database.
- Redirected inappropriate student behavior and implemented program discipline system to guide proper student behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX05.2024
High School Diploma -
Heights High School
Houston, TX2015
Skills
- Client Rapport Building
- Clinical Documentation
- Multicultural competence
- Self-Motivation
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Interpersonal Communication
- Ethical decision-making
- Fluent in Spanish
volunteer
Reference:Daniel CandelariaProgram Coordinator, Community Advocacydanielc@avenuecdc.org(832) 479-7530Add more sections
Referrals
I volunteered for Avenue CDC in the face of stay-at-home orders and the closure of businesses to promote 2020 Census participation. Participated in a phone bank to inform and engage community members regarding the 2020 U.S Census. In addition, I was able to assist numerous people in participating in the census by guiding them through the process and answering any concerns they may have had.
Reference:
Daniel Candelaria
Program Coordinator, Community Advocacy
danielc@avenuecdc.org
(832) 479-7530
Referrals:
Dr. Cármen Baez-Franceschi
Founder & CEO, Wellness Institute of Neurodevelopment
(832) 703-1090
Kelly Baltazar
Sales Marketing Coordinator, Wellness Institute of Neurodevelopment
Naomi Berger-Perez
Director, Student Counseling Services (University of Houston-Downtown)
(713) 221-8121
Timothy Solis
Academic Success Coordinator, College of Humanities and Social Sciences Advising (University of Houston-Downtown)
(713) 221-8460
Timeline
Psychology Intern
Well Institute Of Neurodevelopment
07.2023 - 10.2023
Office Assistant
Counseling Services,University Of Houston-Downtown
01.2023 - 05.2023
Mentor
Talent Search, University Of Houston-Downtown
01.2022 - 07.2022
Human Resources Assistant
McLemore Building Maintenance Inc.
07.2020 - 12.2021
Office Assistant
Talent Search, University Of Houston-Downtown
10.2019 - 04.2020
Childwatch Attendant
Ymca Of Greater Houston
08.2016 - 07.2018
Preschool Assistant Teacher
West End Child Development Center
03.2016 - 07.2016
After School Teacher
Avenue CDC
12.2015 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston-Downtown
High School Diploma -
Heights High School
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