Heather Kochevar

Temple, GA *****

ad3xva@r.postjobfree.com

+1-470-***-****

It takes a village to raise a child, and a child with autism to raise the consciousness of man kind. Work Experience

Caregiver/Personal Assistant

Temple, GA

May 2023 to Present

Due to my mother's health condition, I was asked to move from Minnesota to be her caregiver In her home. I was hired by a structured family caregiving company,but for my own personal progress I decided that I need a job outside of the home .

Production Worker

Heliene Inc. - Mountain Iron, MN

February 2023 to Present

• Work with a team to produce solar panels efficiently and in a timely manner to meet sales and customer satisfaction

• Operate production equipment in a manufacturing facility

• Perform visual inspections based on criteria

Professional Life Coach/ Owner

Phoenix skills Development - Virginia, MN

April 2021 to Present

• Provide a multitude of life coaching services such as: Career development, Life purpose Development, Life and Relationship skills, Goal development and Motivational support, Occupational cooperation and Team development, and Occupational therapy, manifestation coaching, through one on one sessions, groups and online programming

Behavioral Therapist

Minnesota Autism Center - Virginia, Free State

October 2022 to February 2023

• Provide one on one (1:1) in-home and clinic Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy

• Conduct discrete trials, implement behavior support, and treatment plans Work collaboratively with a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) Supervisor to implement basic principles and teaching procedures of ABA therapy

• Be responsive to the needs and requests of clients, their families and supervisors

• supports and implements the Behavior Intervention plan designed by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

• Provide one-to-one compassionate ABA direct services to clients in need

• Collecting and recording data based on the client's behavior

• Empathically communicate with clients, families, and supervisor

• Assist the BCBA during the behavioral assessment process

• Demonstrate ability to set and meet goals and deadlines

• Enthusiastically motivate the clients to learn while providing effective ABA services

• Participate in initial and ongoing staff training as offered, as well as commit to continued learning and performance improvement

• Manage challenging behaviors that occur

Family Mentor and Outreach Coordinator

Family Rise Together-Growing Kinship Care - Virginia, MN July 2022 to August 2022

• Assist families who are going through their child being placed out of their home.

• Assist clients who are struggling with economic barriers such as employment, housing, mental health support, daily life skills.

• Employment- identifying clients strengths and barriers and searching for jobs that would be a good fit.

• Assist clients with building a resume or filling out an application.

• Find resources for work clothing and transportation.

• Assist them with proper interviewing skills.

• Assist them with interpersonal communication and using coping skills for conflict at the workplace

• Check in with clients on a day-to-day basis for encouragement and support

• Life coaching services to help clients identify their goals and make a plan for success

• Assist them with finding community resources for mental health Residential Services Supervisor

NorthStar Home Services - Gilbert, MN

October 2021 to November 2021

• Supervise the day- to -day activities of the staff and the individuals with developmental and physical disabilities in a group home setting.

• Work closely with the program coordinator and nurse to manage the health of the individuals by attending appointments and keeping accurate records.

• Supervise the dsp staff for daily cares, advocating for the individuals and maintaining the person centered services required by 245D.

• Maintain and update all files and documentation for health, behaviors and outcomes for the individuals.

• Work with a clients on the autism spectrum remain self-sufficient in independent living.

• Access community resources for finding and keeping employment

• Assist clients with independent living skills such proper hygiene, time management, organization skills, adaptability, communication skills, interpersonal communication in a work environment Direct Support Professional

Lutheran Social Service - Minnesota

May 2019 to July 2021

• Assist individuals with physical and mental disabilities with their day to day activities including daily hygiene, meals, personal outcomes, medication administration and community involvement.

• Provide person centered services to the individuals in the home and all supports align with the NADSP code of ethics.

• Assist with transportation to medical appointments and complete all documentation to relay medical updatea to the staff .

• Purchase food and household supplies. with company credit card and maintaining accurate documentation.

• Main job objective is to provide emphatic care at all times to help the individuals live their best lives.

• Work with individuals on the autism spectrum who reside outside of the group home and have become more self sufficient with daily life skills and provide companionship.

• Assist individuals with managing daily tasks while providing encouragement when needed. . Waitress/Bartender/Assistant Manager

snickers pizza and Sportspage Bar - Virginia, MN

June 2016 to August 2019

• Provide the perfect service experience for restaurant patrons

• Ensure the guest feels important and welcome in the restaurant

• Ensure hot food is hot and cold food is cold

• Adhere to timing standards for products and services

• Serve customers in an accommodating manner

• Know all food liquor, beer, wine, and retail offered

• Apply positive suggestive sales approach to guide guests

• Pre-bus tables; maintain table cleanliness, bus tables, remove dirty plates

• Look for ways to avoid waste and limit costs

• Assist in keeping the restaurant clean and safe

• Provide responsible service of alcoholic beverages

• Deliver food and beverages to any table as needed

• Follow all cash handling policies and procedures

• Report to work on time and in proper attire.

• Process payments of food and drink orders with the cash register

• Coordinate with kitchen staff to deliver accurate food orders House Manager

Chars Place / womens sober house - Virginia, MN

May 2009 to December 2010

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

• Assess individuals for continued growth in the program

• Participate in all required staffing and /or trainings

• Develop and maintain housing case plans for each individual based on individuals needs.

• Oversight of all pertinent health and safety concerns regarding the facility and it’s residents

• Collaborate and coordinate services with area service providers

• Work with clients on teaching practical life skills; ie calling insurance, making appointments Education

Bachelor's degree in Child Psychology

Post University

August 2023 to Present

High school diploma

Mesabi Range Community and Technical College - Virginia, MN August 2009 to May 2010

Skills

• Child & Family Counseling

• Behavioral Health

• Group therapy

• Individual / group counseling

• Interviewing

• Organizational skills

• Customer service

• Cash register

• Training & development

• Communication skills

• Budgeting

• Bartending

• Restaurant experience

• Crisis management

• Case management

• Crisis intervention

• Time management

• Bussing

• Cash handling

• Supervising experience

• Medication administration

• Sales

• Direct support

• Applied behavior analysis

• Event planning

• Behavioral therapy

• Kitchen experience

• Cognitive behavioral therapy

• Program development

• Manufacturing

• Autism Experience

• Conflict Management

• Mental Health Counseling

• Research

• Special Education

Certifications and Licenses

Driver's License

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