TARA KENNEDY

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Gladstone, Oregon 97027

503-***-****

ad321d@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION, HONORS & AWARDS:

Lewis and Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling, Portland, Oregon

Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology, June 2007, Magna Cum Laude, 3.8 GPA

Oregon Institute of Technology, Klamath Falls, Oregon

Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology, May 2004, Cum Laude, 3.7 GPA

- Psi Chi National Honor Society, Served as Secretary and Vice President, 2002 - 2004

CAREER EXPERIENCE:

Cascadia Behavioral Health, May 2021 - May 2022,

Portland, Oregon 503-***-****

Counselor III - Older Adults; Provided and coordinated supportive and therapeutic services for a caseload of older adults with complex medical issues, who also have mental health concerns and significant socioeconomic stressors.

Telecare Corporation, January 2020 - February 2020, Portland, Oregon 503-***-****

Behavioral Health Team Lead; Served in a management position which supervised multidisciplinary teams, coordinated service needs, and collaborated with other services and agencies. Completed assessments and determined the appropriate level of services for new clients served at a secure residential treatment facility.

Community Services Northwest, October 2016 - September 2019, Vancouver, Washington 360-***-****

Mental Health Clinician & Case Manager; Provided community outreach based services, individual counseling and case management services to adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses, including, but not limited to, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective, and Bipolar disorders. Also provided resources and referrals as needed.

Rainbow Adult Living, March 2012 – October 2016, Portland, Oregon, 503-***-****

Supported Living Program: Assistant Program Director; Assisted adults with intellectual disabilities in a variety of capacities to help individuals living independently in community integrated settings; provide basic case management services, training, support, and direct care services.

Nordstrom, May 2010 – April 2012, Tigard, Oregon, 503-***-****

Sales Associate; Greeted and engaged customers shopping for women’s clothing, including casual and special occasion attire; maintained personal book, and provided consistently exceptional customer service; displayed expertise and professional conduct, and worked cooperatively as part of a sales team.

Xpresso Lube & Automotive Repair, February 2010 – May 2010, Portland, Oregon, 503-***-****

Coffee Shop Attendant/Receptionist; Greeted, and answered questions for, customers having automotive repair and/or maintenance work done; prepared and served beverages and/or pastries; responsible for cashing customers out, and completing paperwork at the end of each shift.

Lease Option Group, LLC, July 2009 – November 2009, Beaverton, Oregon, 503-***-****

Real Estate Marketing Manager; Implemented marketing strategies to provide maximum exposure for real estate listings; communicated in writing and orally with real estate agents regarding marketing listings, and collaborated with members, small team of agents and other administrators.

Sequoia Mental Health Services, Inc., July 2007 - January 2009, Beaverton, Oregon, 503-***-****

Case Manager, QMHP; Provided individualized comprehensive mental health case management services to a caseload of approximately 35 adults with acute and chronic mental illnesses, including individual and group counseling sessions, medication management, crisis prevention and intervention, following evidence based practices such as strengths-based, behavioral and solution focused models.

CampusPoint - First Tech Credit Union, May 2006 to August 2006, Portland, Oregon, 503-***-****

Contact Center Representative/Loan Officer; Ensured member satisfaction by promoting and cross-selling Credit Union products and services; supported internal and external customers by providing assistance with member loan accounts; assisted in maintaining accurate lending policies and procedures and assumed any special projects as assigned by on-site supervisor.

Department of Human Services, Disability, Aging and Veteran Services, April 2005 - October 2005, Washington County, Oregon, 503-***-****

Case Manager; Conducted periodic reviews of health care and social service needs; monitored a caseload of approximately 70 adults to assure that individuals received needed health care, social services, and financial support; identified unmet health care needs and referred to appropriate resources to meet those needs; determined eligibility for Title XIX and food stamps, and developed plans and counseled clients regarding moving and arranging for relocation.

Lewis and Clark College, November 2004 - April 2005, Portland, Oregon, 503-***-****

Annual Giving Fundraiser ; Contacted current students, alumni and parents of both students and alumni to ask for their participation in contributing to the Annual Fund; maintained professional demeanor and confidentiality, and answered questions pertaining to Lewis and Clark College.

Oregon Institute of Technology, October 2002 - June 2003, Klamath Falls, Oregon, 541-***-****

T.O.P. Psychology Tutor; Tutored undergraduate psychology classes; developed caring and mutually respectful relationships with students; arranged and honored tutoring appointment times; maintained close contact with T.O.P., and consistently upheld ethical and professional standards.

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES:

Klamath Youth Development Center (KYDC), April 2004 - June 2004, Klamath Falls, Oregon, 541-***-****

Volunteer Elementary Classroom Observer; Developed data recording sheets, observed and recorded student and teacher behavior, extensively reviewed relevant literature on classroom management, and devised and implemented a behavioral intervention.

Klamath Community Treatment Center (KCTC), January 2004 - March 2004, Klamath Falls, Oregon,

541-***-****

Group Session Observer; Developed mutually respectful relationship with clients, recorded detailed log of visits and strived to maintain professional and ethical codes of conduct.

S.M.A.R.T., November 2002 - December 2003, Klamath Falls, Oregon, 541-***-****

Literacy Volunteer; Built caring relationships with children, read to and with children, selected appropriate books with students, completed daily logs and forms and modeled appreciation for literacy.

STRENGTHS:

Adaptable, Self Motivated, Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Genuine, Caring, Dependable, Compassionate, Responsible, Collaborative, and Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills

REFERENCES:

Rhonda Adams, Woodland Park Health Center 10373 NE Hancock Street, Portland, Oregon

503-***-****

Scott Tucker, 7759 SE 72nd Avenue, Portland, Oregon 360-***-****

Kori Basquez, 5408 NE Prescott Street, Portland, Oregon 503-***-****

Lindi Light, 20261 NE Halsey Street, Fairview, Oregon 503-***-****

Dr. Frank DiGregorio, Portland, Oregon 503-***-**** ad321d@r.postjobfree.com

Dr. Maria Lynn Kessler, 3201 Campus Drive, Klamath Falls, Oregon 541-***-****

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