Kelli Elizabeth Kuhn

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Asheville, NC, 28804

Cell phone: 828-***-****

Email: uy7vzf@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Objective:

To obtain a position in the field of health and wellness, with an emphasis on client relations, wellness education, promotion of healing and the prevention/management of chronic conditions.

Attributes:

Effective interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and writing.

Readily establishes rapport with potential clients, identify needs, and match them with appropriate resources

Efficient and energetic; able to convey information with passion, creativity and sincerity.

Team player; collaborates well with others. Unassuming leadership style that honors and respects contributions to achieve goals to promote productivity.

Education:

University of North Carolina at Asheville, Asheville, NC May 2008

Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness Promotion; Minor in Sociology/Anthropology

Professional Experience:

Director of Clinical Education; Sanesco International; Asheville, NC 2008-2011

Integrative research-driven medical company specializing in the assessing and treating imbalances in the neuroendocrine system. As director of clinical education, I performed neuroendocrine and nutritional research and developed an educational curriculum and lecture series to teach practitioners how correct imbalances that can lead to chronic conditions in the clinical setting. This was achieved through the use of Sanesco’s exclusive line of Targeted Nutritional Therapy products. The introduction of the educational series increased client monthly sales by 80%.

Before assuming this position, I was a clinical support specialist, in which my primary role was to analyze laboratory data and prepare a patient centered report of findings with a list of recommended therapies to restore neurotransmitter balance with the use of amino acid and vitamin/mineral cofactor therapies.

I also had a hand in operational and business development as a Practice Building Specialist. I helped to increase sales and educational attainment for clients in my portfolio, far exceeding projected goals. I served as a liaison for our product manufacturer, helping to ensure the highest standards for our clients, overseeing each of the products received in house and carefully analyzed each Certificate of Analysis.

Individual Assistant, Team Daniel LLC; Asheville, NC 2008-2009

Performed physical assistance, personal care and hygiene, educational opportunities, designed, created and implemented individual lessons, assisted with activities of daily living, provided transportation, exercise, respiratory support, physical rehabilitation and facilitated communication for a child with significant brain injury. Responsibilities also included meal preparation and delivery, dispensing medication and nutritional supplements, data collection and progress reports, as well as participating and contributing to multidisciplinary treatment planning meetings regarding the client. Conferred with a team of specialists at the Institutes for the Achievement of Human Potential in Wyndmoor, PA on a bi-annual basis.

Home Health Care Aid, Maxim Home Health Care; Asheville, NC 2005-2008

Vital member of a treatment team dedicated to facilitate physical mobility, cognitive development, proper diet and nutrition for a toddler with special needs. Collaborated with various health professionals including medical specialists and clinicians during the course of treatment. Duties performed were similar to the aforementioned position.

Intern, Network Family Chiropractic, Asheville, NC 2007-2008

Developed strategies for increasing professionalism by integrating material knowledge, oral communication skills, developing presence in the healing context, personal development, and experiential chiropractic training. Assisted in community health screenings in association with a chiropractic clinician and participated in professional speaking events to promote the benefits of chiropractic services rendered. Internship enabled travel to professional training seminars in Atlanta, GA, Denver, CO and Lake Como, Italy.

Volunteer in Support Our Students Program, YWCA, Asheville, NC 2007

Served as a volunteer in the Support Our Students program. The after-school program provided academic enrichment for middle school aged students. The goals of the program were to limit juvenile crime, reduce teen pregnancy, improve academic performance as well as to meet the physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs of the students.

Biofeedback Lab Assistant, University of NC at Asheville; Asheville, NC 2006

Facilitated biofeedback sessions and guided individuals in stress management and pain reduction techniques. Biofeedback is a non-invasive body monitoring process that assesses specific and quantifiable functions in the body, such as blood pressure, heart rate, muscle tension, and skin temperature. In biofeedback sensors and electrodes are attached to the participant’s body to provide a variety of readings that are displayed on equipment for the participant to see. This information assists in helping the participant make perceptual and physiological shifts to bring relief for a variety of disorders. Those receiving treatment had disorders ranging from Raynaud’s disease, high blood pressure, generalized stress and anxiety, and sports related muscular injuries.

Individual Assistant, Person Centered Support Services; Asheville, NC 2005

Provided educational, behavioral and social support for a pre-adolescent individual with Autism. Collaborated with health care clinicians, therapists, parents and educators in developing a multidisciplinary treatment plan to promote independence and appropriate social development. Utilized Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) in combination with humanistic behavioral strategies to cultivate effective social and behavioral functioning.

Resident Teacher, WNC Group Homes for Autistic Persons; Asheville, NC 2004

Coordinated and provided care for six individuals with Autism in a group home setting. This experience included implementing behavioral modification plans, dispensing medications, daily hygiene, preparing and serving meals according to specific diet plans, and providing opportunities for social outings. Participated in professional treatment team meetings regarding residents, to ensure the completion of various goals and objectives designed by mental health professionals.

Peer Mentor, University of NC at Asheville; Asheville, NC 2004

Aided professor of sociology in a freshman level diversity intensive. Responsibilities included preparing and implementing lesson plans, as well as the final exam. Assisted in tutoring and mentoring for intercollegiate athletes.

Tutor/Mentor, Emma Family Resource Center; Asheville, NC 2003

Created and implemented computer training after-school program for middle-school aged at-risk youth in accord with requisites put forth by Americorps Project Power. Provided mentorship and education to students of low-socioeconomic status. Students gained proficiency in computer skills including keyboarding and word processing, use of internet and email, as well as computer mechanics. Positive outcomes included increased self-esteem, and provided a safe environment during the after-school hours.

Substitute Teaching Assistant, Lincoln Intermediate Unit; New Oxford, PA 1999

Provided assistance to special needs students with multiple disabilities in an educational setting. Assisted with cognitive development, behavioral strategies, mobility and the improvement of communication skills.

Community Experience in Health Promotion:

2011: Member of the Asheville/Buncombe Food Policy Council

April 2011: Presented monograph/webinar on the integrative approaches to overcoming depression and anxiety with nutritional supplementation. Age Management Medicine Group. Fort Lauderdale Florida.

January 2011: Presented international webinar on the use of Targeted Nutritional Therapies in overcoming chronic conditions.

April 2010-October 2011: Developed and presented lecture series on the assessment and correction of neurotransmitter and hormone levels to practitioners of integrative medicine internationally.

April 2008: Participated in the Jewish Community Center Health Fair as part of an internship program.

October 2007: Organic Fest: Directed a public relations program designed to bring awareness of the benefits of a particular branch of chiropractic care, Network Spinal Analysis as part of an internship program.

May 2007: Presented a lecture on the Development of an Integral Life Practice for Promoters of Health on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Asheville.

December 2006: Presented an experiential wellness lecture series featuring abdominal breathing, living whole foods, yoga and stress management for students on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Asheville.

Skills:

Excellent computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);

Effective telephone and interpersonal communication skills

Professional customer service skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently

Polished and professional attitude and appearance

Personal Mission:

My personal/professional mission is to effectively use my education, experience and interpersonal compassion to assist people of all ages, cultures, gender orientations, and socioeconomic backgrounds to promote health and wellness. Additionally, I plan to use my leadership skills in developing useful research based strategies to assist and empower others to realize their full potential.

Personal Interests:

Interests and recreational activities include music, dance, hiking, swimming, traveling, cooking, organic gardening, studying medicinal systems of the world, meditation, locally grown foods, wellness modalities, healing retreats, philosophy, exercise, yoga, and reading.

References:

Connie Shoemaker, Doctor of Naturopathy. 828-***-**** uy7vzf@r.postjobfree.com

Dr. Simon Senzon, Doctor of Chiropractic, 218 East Chestnut Street, Asheville, NC, 28801. 828-***-****. uy7vzf@r.postjobfree.com

Gary Reckard. Web developer, PaleoSun. uy7vzf@r.postjobfree.com.

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