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Pyuncka​

 

 

 

Professional Overview

Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Social Work

Microsoft Office (10+ years)

Substance Abuse SMART Training (1 year)

Trauma informed training (3 years)

CPR/First Aid Certified

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Professional Experience 

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Child Care Center Director

Blossom Academy - Lancaster, SC

July 2021 to October 2021

  • Administration and management of the center 

  • Safety and protection of the children 

  • Development and Implementation of policies and procedures 

  • Communication with parents about the policies and procedures of the center 

  • Staff hiring, supervision and ongoing professional development 

  • Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations of the child care center 

  • Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic at all times.

 

 

Behavioral Counselor

Carolina Therapeutic Services - Columbia, SC

February 2021 to Present

  • The Urgent Care Clinic focuses on Integrated Care and offers crisis intervention services and support for all clients suffering from mental and physical issues.

  • Some of the services that our Clinic provides are, outpatient therapy, counseling, medication management, peer support, High Fidelity Wraparound and Outpatient Plus.

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Home Health Care Aide

Home Health - Orangeburg, SC

November 2019 to November 2020

  • Cared for patients 3 hours out the day.

  • Prep food, handle laundry, remind to take medications

  • Assist with any needs.

 

Behavioral Specialist

Children’s Place - Aiken, SC

August 2020 to October 2020

  • Work daily with young children w/ behavior problems ages 2 to 5 or after school 

  • Provide daily care in a childcare setting 

  • Follows child care schedule, circle time, small group, centers, outside time, 

  • Plans lessons and activities 

  • Utilizes treatment plans, engagement and attachment behaviors & practices to manage children's behaviors 

  • Assess children’s behaviors 

  • Participates in an Interdisciplinary treatment teams, and planing groups. 

  • Writes Clinical Service Notes daily on children as assigned

  • Transitioned due to business shutting down due to COVID

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Life Skills Specialist/Child Caregiver

Epworth's Children Home

September 2018 to August 2019

  • Provided nurturing, support, and inclusive approach to all children. 

  • Assisted children with eating, toileting, and monitored during the nap time. 

  • Observed and recorded children's growth, behavior and development, monitored and discussed with parents. 

  • Provided continuous supervision to children during indoor and outdoor activities and created and maintained safe learning and playing environments. 

  • Organized and executed activities schedules, developed and reinforced daily routines, and taught children good hygiene habits. 

  • Observed and documented children's behavior and progress, and provided written and verbal updates to parents; notified parents of potential behavioral issues.

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Cashier and Barista

TA Petro Shopping Center (Starbucks)

March 2016 to August 2018

  • Managing a lot of money throughout the day and at night.

  • Managing over $300 dollars every day.

  • Trained as a shift leader where I manage and run the shift when the manager is not on the clock. 

  • Memorizing recipes, flavor profiles, and potential allergens of over 100 pastries, and drinks and recommend complementary pairings to customers. 

  • Operate and maintain industrial $30,000 espresso machine to make over 200 drinks in two hours. 

  • Worked effectively under high pressure and resolved critical issues during overnight shift.

 

Intern School Social Worker

W.A. Perry Middle School

January 2018 to May 2018

  • Managing and filing student's attendance in the database daily. 

  • Mentor/counsel numerous of girls and motivating them to stay in school and stressing how important school is to them.

  • In home visits where I am trustworthy, outgoing, and knowledgeable to go to the homes and get certain information out to the parents. 

  • Led a girl's powering group to develop a life skills curriculum for emancipating youth.

 

Education

Master's in Social Work

University of South Carolina - Columbia, SC

June 2019 to May 2020

 

Bachelor's in Social Work

Benedict College - Columbia, SC

August 2014 to May 2018

 

High school diploma

Wilkinson High School - Orangeburg, SC

August 2010 to June 2014

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Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy(TF-CBT) Certificate

December 2019 to Present

 

"Get SMART FAST" Training Program Certificate

April 2020 to Present

 

Certificate for Telehealth for Mental Health Professionals: 2-Day Distance Therapy Training

March 2020 to Present

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