Experience

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  Utah valley university

  Jul 2008 - Apr 2014

  Speech-to-text provider for the deaf and hard-of-hearing

  Provides speech-to-text transcription services in real time for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in classes, conferences, meetings, and other appointments at UVU. Types all spoken information (including uncaptioned movies) to facilitate communication. Edits and emails transcripts to students within 24 hours. Maintains security of confidential information obtained during assignments and represents the University in a professional and businesslike manner.

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  Alpine school district

  Sept 2014 - Aug 2015

  K-12 interpreter

  Interprets instructor's lectures, comments and questions for deaf/hard-of-hearing students in a mainstream classroom setting. Interprets students' questions and statements. Interprets for school functions as assigned. Adapts signing level and system to the communication needs of the students. Participates cooperatively as a member of the educational team. Communicates regularly with instructors and program specialist about student progress and concerns. Participates in IEP meetings as a contributing member of the IEP team. Show less

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  Sorenson communications

  Jan 2015 - now

  Video interpreter

  Supports the mission and values of the company by providing high quality professional sign language interpreting through video in a call center. Adheres to the RID Code of Professional Conduct and represents the company in a professional and businesslike manner. Arrives to shifts on time and prepared for the work. Supports colleagues with collaborative team interpreting. Seeks Manager support for difficult interpreting situations. Provides outstanding customer service. Adheres to FCC regulations pertaining to VRS. Adheres to Center policies and procedures. Participates in Professional Development activities. Works effectively with minimal supervision. Show less

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  Asl comm interpreting agency

  Oct 2015 - Dec 2017

  Sign language interpreter

  Responds in a timely manner to job requests. Arrives early to appointments. Adapts interpreting to accommodate the specific linguistic needs of consumers in educational, medical, conference, business, and other community settings. Maintains client confidentiality.

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  Utah valley university

  Dec 2015 - May 2016

  Sign language interpreter

  Arrives early to college classes and stays late per student request. Dresses professionally in conservative clothing that contrasts with skin tone. Interprets for different students and professors in college classes, study groups, special lectures, meetings with advisors, etc. Provides information about captioning videos to professors and answers their questions about the interpreting process to help them feel comfortable with extra adults in their classrooms. Adapts interpreting to accommodate the specific linguistic needs of students. Maintains client confidentiality. Follows the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct and represents the university in a professional and businesslike manner. Show less

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  Utah valley university

  Aug 2021 - May 2022

  Sign language interpreter

  Arrives early to college classes and stays late per student request. Dresses professionally in conservative clothing that contrasts with skin tone. Interprets for different students and professors in college classes, study groups, special lectures, meetings with advisors, etc. Provides information about captioning videos to professors and answers their questions about the interpreting process to help them feel comfortable with extra adults in their classrooms. Adapts interpreting to accommodate the specific linguistic needs of students. Maintains client confidentiality. Follows the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct and represents the university in a professional and businesslike manner. Show less

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  Uvu community mental health clinic

  Feb 2022 - Apr 2023

  Marriage and family therapy student therapist

  Provides individual psychotherapy to 3-5 underrepresented, multi-culturally diverse clients with a broad spectrum of issues, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, PTSD, autism, suicidal ideation, trauma, and sexual abuse. Provides couples therapy and premarital therapy. Utilizes several systemic therapy modalities, including Solution-Focused, Internal Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Evaluates patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis. Consults and develops comprehensive treatment plans focusing on accurate diagnosis and behavioral treatment of presenting problems. Documents information, including intake forms, mental health assessments, progress notes, and treatment plans. Organizes and secures case records to maintain confidentiality. Attends weekly dyadic and group supervision. Show less

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  Sandstone psychology

  May 2022 - Jan 2024

  Marriage and family therapist, amft
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  Journey family counseling

  Feb 2024 - Nov 2024

  Associate marriage and family therapist
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  Ola pono counseling

  Dec 2024 - now

  Associate marriage and family therapist