Patrick Cooper

Chicago, United States adzfgl@r.postjobfree.com 773-***-****

Profile

Working as a professional in the mental health care, non-profit facility dealing with clients with intellectual disabilities. As a skilled professional with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, I bring a strong foundation in understanding human behavior, effective communication, and critical thinking. My education has equipped me with valuable skills that can contribute to various industries and roles. I have learned to listen actively, empathize, and effectively communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am adept at building rapport, resolving conflicts, and facilitating healthy relationships, making me an asset in collaborative environments.

Employment History

Sep 2015 — Present

Brookfield

direct support professional at the community

support services

• Supported clients' social and emotional well-being- by providing guidance and positive reinforcement

• Developed and implemented recreational activities to promote clients' physical, mental, and emotional health

• Developed individualized care plans for clients that improved their quality of life

• Monitored clients to ensure their safety and well-being at all times

• Accurately documented clients' progress and care plans per regulations

Feb 2012 — Jul 2015

Chicago

EKG/Echocardiogram externship at Weiss

Memorial Hospital

• Greeted patients in a friendly and professional manner

• Performed diagnostic tests, including EKGs, lab draws, IV starts, and wound care

• assisted in echocardiograms with licensed, experienced techs.

• Learned protocol specific to cardiologist discussions. Jul 2006 — Jul 2010

Chicago

collection agent at Asset Acceptance

worked as a collection agent

• Developed and implemented a comprehensive collection development plan that increased the library's collection by X%

• Monitored customer accounts for overdue payments and initiated collection activities.

• I called clients to assist them in resolving debt that would impact their credit scores.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Highly responsible and

reliable

Hobbies

I work out, read,

Listen to music, go

to Chicago White Sox

games: barbecue, and

spend time with family

and friends. And I enjoy

a fine cigar from time to

time.

• Met deadlines and financial goals established by company expectations

Education

Sep 2023 — Present

Chicago

the Chicago School of Professional

Psychology

masters program

enrolled in the Master's program at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology for Counseling Psychology

Sep 2020 — Jun 2023

Chicago

The Chicago School of Professional

Psychology

BA Degree/ Psychology

Graduated with a GPA of 3.3

Feb 1985 — Apr 1987

Iowa falls

Ellsworth Community College

A.A. Degree/Liberal Arts

Graduated with a 2.4 GPA

Internships

Extra-curricular activities

Jul 2009 — Oct 2009

Chicago

Assistant football Coach, Chicago Park

district/ CPS

Worked with young men coaching football, teaching teamwork, responsibility, and conflict resolution, working within a group to achieve personal and collective success, and learning how to improve in the event of a loss.

References

CEO/Thomas Industries

Jeff Thomas

adzfgl@r.postjobfree.com

708-***-****

Helping Hand

Adrian Wolfe

312-***-****

Community support services

Patricia Jordan

708-***-****

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