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Shilpa Bhandarkar

Morrisville

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Front desk assistant or medical office receptionist position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Technician

Triangle ABA LLC
05.2025 - Current
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
  • Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
  • Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
  • Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.

School Counselor

Ashraya NGO
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
  • Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
  • Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
  • Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
  • Empowered parents/guardians involvement in their children''s education via organizing educational workshops and providing resources on academic, career, and personal/social development.
  • Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
  • Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Fostered supportive and inclusive school environment by implementing comprehensive counseling programs.
  • Supported students through crisis intervention services, providing immediate assistance and long-term recovery plans.

Counselor

The Doctor's Clinic
07.2015 - 03.2020
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
  • Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
  • Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions for increased social support and skill-building opportunities.

Home Tutor

Self Employed Services
06.2015 - 03.2020
  • Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation, and encouragement.
  • Communicated with parents and teachers on students' progress.
  • Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Created lesson plans, review worksheets and practice tests to prepare students for weekly tests and quizzes.
  • Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
  • Reviewed class materials with students by discussing text, working out solutions to problems and reviewing worksheets or other assignments.
  • Reviewed materials assigned by students' teachers to aid students in successfully completing homework.
  • Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting tutoring approaches as needed for optimal results.
  • Worked with students in classrooms or home environments to provide educational support.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.

Education

No Degree - Medical Administrative Assistant Pursuing

Wake Tech Co
NC
09-2025

No Degree - RBT 40 Hours Course

Wake Tech Community College
NC
03-2025

No Degree - Psychological First Aid Online Course

Hopkins University
USA
07-2023

Master of Science - Counseling Psychology

IBMS University
India
06-2014

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

DAVV University
India
06-1997

Skills

  • Active listening
  • Data collection
  • Documentation skills
  • Behavioral management
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Teaching play and leisure skills
  • Report writing
  • Appointment setting
  • Computer knowledge and familiar with word, excel and powerpoint
  • Efficient and multitasking

Languages

English
Limited Working

Timeline

Behavior Technician

Triangle ABA LLC
05.2025 - Current

School Counselor

Ashraya NGO
08.2023 - 10.2024

Counselor

The Doctor's Clinic
07.2015 - 03.2020

Home Tutor

Self Employed Services
06.2015 - 03.2020

No Degree - Medical Administrative Assistant Pursuing

Wake Tech Co

No Degree - RBT 40 Hours Course

Wake Tech Community College

No Degree - Psychological First Aid Online Course

Hopkins University

Master of Science - Counseling Psychology

IBMS University

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

DAVV University
Shilpa Bhandarkar