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John Karam

Hunlock Creek

Summary

Diligent caregiver with background in providing compassionate care and support to individuals with special needs. Successfully facilitated daily activities and enhanced client well-being through personalized care plans. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills in adapting to diverse client needs and ensuring safe environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Respite Provider

United Cerebral Palsy
02.2025 - Current
  • Follow detailed care instructions for clients and siblings as outlined by parents/guardians.
  • Provide responsible care for families with members with developmental disabilities.
  • Assist clients in daily activities such as feeding, dressing, toileting, bathing, grooming, and light meal preparation.

Sales Associate

Dicks Sporting Goods
11.2024 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers with sporting goods needs and providing tailored product recommendations.
  • Actively engaged customers to understand their requirements and supporting them in making informed purchasing decisions.

Behavioral Health Technician

Concern
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Providing comprehensive support to children with conduct disorders, mental illnesses, and mental disabilities.
  • Proficient in client-centered mental health treatment, addressing a wide range of issues and diagnoses.
  • Specializing in tailoring programs to meet individual client needs, from outpatient treatment to more intensive services.

Intern

New Roots/Duncan’s Refuge
02.2021 - 04.2021
  • Monitored the mental health of residents and supported their recovery efforts, including sobriety maintenance of individuals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Criminal Justice/Forensic Studies

King's College
PA
06-2024

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

University of Scranton
Scranton, PA
06-2027

Skills

  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Mental health awareness
  • Goal setting and tracking
  • Care plan development
  • Disability rights advocacy
  • Active listening
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Documentation skills
  • Trauma-informed care

Accomplishments

    Aquinas Society Member Psi Chi Member Alpha Phi Sigma Member

Timeline

Respite Provider

United Cerebral Palsy
02.2025 - Current

Sales Associate

Dicks Sporting Goods
11.2024 - Current

Behavioral Health Technician

Concern
07.2023 - 08.2024

Intern

New Roots/Duncan’s Refuge
02.2021 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Criminal Justice/Forensic Studies

King's College

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

University of Scranton
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