Ms. Collin Foster(575) 574-7062 Sefjem@hotmail.com

602 S. Avenida Princesa, Tucson, AZ 85748

EDUCATION University of the Rockies Colorado Springs, CO 2009-2012M.A. General Psychology Gpa 3.8Concentration: health, development and word use

Thesis Published, June 2012: An examination of word use as it relates to physical health New Mexico State University Las Cruces, NM 2004-2008B.A. History Gpa 2.95Concentration: Middle Eastern Studies

Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM 2003-2004History Gpa 2.6

EXPERIENCE Community Health Associates, 1773 W. St. Mary‘s Rd. Ste. 105 Tucson, AZ

10/2015-presentAdult Recovery Coach Experienced in the use of electronic health record system to keep accurate, up to date clinical records for all members in an effective and timely manner. Developed good working relationship with out of home services providers and various parties (department of corrections, PCPs, other ICCA agencies) and served as a liaison between providers and clinical staff. Worked within productivity standards while managing changing priorities and urgent requirements of members. Skilled in motivational interviewing techniques to facilitate critical thinking and positive growth in members with diverse backgrounds. Maintained high ethical standards while meeting quality management and RBHA deadlines as well as training requirements to enhance professional growth. Strong ability to advocate for member needs and priorities in a flexible professional manner. Conducted various assessments, treatment plans, ART meetings and crisis intervention plans in

accordance with agency standards and best practice. Became certified as a General Assessor.

Bright Horizons on Mill, 660 S. Mill Ave., suite #101 Tempe, AZ01/2015-08/31/2015

Associate Teacher Experienced in implementing emergent curriculum through behavioral observation for groups and individuals that build on child interests for the most effective and fun learning environment. Very adept at intuitive teaching techniques and interactions based on early learning goals that foster positive development in such areas as language development, large and small muscle growth, social and emotional skills, and early math and science awareness. Knowledgeable in infant care, including diapering, nutrition guidelines, safe sleep practices and scaffolded learning methods and techniques. Formed close, caring bonds with infants in my care and trusting, supportive relationships with families to provide the best individualized service for each child and family. Worked closely with co-workers to create an environment of trust, open and effective

communication, excellence, and respect for each other and our students.

Northwest Center Kids, 9543 Greenwood Ave N. Seattle, WA01/2014-11/2014

Assistant Teacher Often worked as a head teacher, leading classroom activities and directing assistants in specific classroom procedures. Assisted children of varying ages and abilities to learn complex social, academic and life skills. Experienced in infant care, including special needs and very young infants. Kept up with daily data collection and individual child schedules, as well as lesson planning and implementation. Worked with intervention specialists in assessment and implementation of specialized child assistance. Helped to educate and inform parents regarding child development and learning, dietary health, and behavioral interventions. Formed trusting, caring and supportive relationships with children and their families. Adhered to Department of Early Learning and Early Achiever’s guidelines and regulations regarding health, safety and education.

Center for Autism and Related Disorders (C.A.R.D.), 2400 W Dunlap Ave Ste 100, Phoenix, AZ 07/2012-2013ABA Therapist Instructed children on the autism spectrum utilizing highly specialized applied behavior analysis techniques, pioneered by Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh, a leader in the field or autism research and treatment, who worked under the direction of Dr. Ivar Lovaas at the University of California.

Acted as a trusted professional at the homes of many clients, as well as school, summer camp, social groups, doctor’s visits, and at the CARD office in Phoenix Maintained client data and company confidentiality and HIPPA compliance with a friendly professional manner Attended ongoing company meetings and trainings to further my knowledge and ability to act as an effective, experienced therapist. Worked with long hours and difficult schedules in order to assist co-workers, clients and office staff during transitions Instructed clients in a variety of academic and life skills, such as math, number sequencing, writing, social story-telling, bathroom training, cooking, discrete social cues, safety awareness and behavioral modification and compliance Learned the wide variety of ways in which ABA training and learning can be brought to each new working, learning or life situation to facilitate a more positive outcome

Pan American Center MSC 3SE, New Mexico State University - Las Cruces, NM 88003 2007-2008

Guest Services Specialist As an organization devoted to the needs of the guests, I strove to always go above and beyond my duties and to be a flexible and responsible member of the team Assisted and trained new employees in many different tasks and positions Escorted guests to the arena via safely driven golf cart Often in charge of restricted security control procedures in which discretion, good judgment and timely decision making were essential Dealt with a variety of challenging situations, including hostile guests and dangerous weather conditions, with great success Maintained professional conduct even when dealing with celebrities

Certifications & Skills Completed the National Institutes of Health Office of Extramural Research, ‘Protecting Human Research Participants’ 11/29/2011 Certificate Number 811217 Certified Assessor 04/2016 CPR certified, Expiration: 02/2017 Level one Fingerprint Clearance Card, Expiration: 9/22/2018 New Mexico Alcohol and Gaming Division Server Certificate Expiration: 12/11/2016 Windows operating Systems, Microsoft Office, Statistics data-base and analysis software (SPSS)