Tashira Mason
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
- Dedicated Behavioral Health Professional with extensive expertise in childhood and adult behavioral health management. Proven track record of implementing effective treatment plans that enhance patient outcomes and promote emotional well-being. Core competencies include crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to advancing mental health practices and fostering a supportive environment for diverse populations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Specialist, Supervisor
City of Philadelphia - Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services
Philadelphia, PA
11.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded team efforts in fostering community engagement.
- Led and coordinated team of staff with lived experience.
- Engaged with community members through coordinated health initiatives.
- Collaborated with individuals and organizations to link them with relevant wellness resources.
- Collaborated with community-based organizations and key stakeholders to address community initiatives.
- Provided assertive community-based rehabilitation and case management services to high-risk mentally ill patients.
- Participated in local trade shows and conferences to promote services provided by the organization.
Adult Blended Case Manager
Merakey
Philadelphia, PA
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Provide support services in the home or community setting to consumers who have co-occurring chronic mental illness and substance abuse conditions
- Facilitated patient care by assessing patient needs, evaluating treatment options, creating treatment plans, coordinating care, and gauging progress
- Collaborate with physicians, social workers, families, and human service providers to improve clinical outcome, and increase patient satisfaction
- Developed individualized treatment plans that identify goals and objectives based on client's strengths and needs.
- Maintained logs and electronic client records following department and agency policies for effective monitoring.
- Educated clients and their families about their rights and available community resources.
Behavioral Health Coach
Carson Valley Children’s School
Flourtown, PA
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Supervised daily activities and ensured a safe environment for all youth.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during emotional or behavioral incidents.
- Worked with community resources to engage youth in pro-social activities and help families access services.
- Assisted youths in developing personal goals and plans for future independence.
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
Direct Support Staff, Shift Supervisor
Devereux Behavioral Health Hospital
Malvern, PA
02.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted youth with practicing coping skills to achieve completion of treatment goals.
- Assisting, supporting, and instructing individuals in self-help skills and positive behavioral interventions
- Oversaw safety and security of each youth under supervision.
- Advocated for at-risk youth individuals and promoted helpful resources and programs to foster progress.
- Provided guidance and support to help foster the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of youth.
Residential Assistant
Elmcroft Assisted Living
State College, PA
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Provided personal care and safety of residents under nurse supervision
- Assisted in medication administered and supervised the self-administration of medications
- Obtained and recorded residents’ vital signs, weight, food and fluid intake and output, as directed
- Assisted residents with dressing, toileting, and transferring as needed
Teacher Assistant
This Is Your Home Nursery And Preschool
Philadelphia, PA
02.2013 - 08.2016
- Instructed activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth
- Graded materials and recorded results daily
- Observed students’ performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress
- Participated in mandatory meetings and annual training for Pa state standards
Education
BA - Bio-Behavioral Health
The Pennsylvania State University
PA12-2017
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Eastern University
PASkills
- Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
- Standard Office Equipment
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Trauma Informed Care
- Crisis Management
- Verbal De-Escalation
- Mental Health First Aid Training
- Naloxone Training
- Suicide Prevention
- Stop The Bleed Training
- CPR / First Aid Certification
- Basic Training in Psychological First Aid
- Post-Traumatic Stress Management
- Supervisory Training for Peer Specialists
- Client Referrals
Volunteer Experience
- Participant, Kids Judge Neuroscience Youth Program, University of Pennsylvania, 01/01/11, 12/31/12
- Participant, Nursing Nexus Workshop, Temple University, 05/01/11, 08/31/11
- Participant, Villanova Initiative Engaging Women Program, Villanova University, 01/01/09, 12/31/12
- Volunteer, Achieve Ability, Non-Profit Organization, 01/01/05, 12/31/14
Timeline
Behavioral Health Specialist, Supervisor
City of Philadelphia - Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services
11.2021 - Current
Adult Blended Case Manager
Merakey
05.2019 - 10.2020
Behavioral Health Coach
Carson Valley Children’s School
12.2018 - 05.2019
Direct Support Staff, Shift Supervisor
Devereux Behavioral Health Hospital
02.2018 - 12.2018
Residential Assistant
Elmcroft Assisted Living
10.2016 - 12.2017
Teacher Assistant
This Is Your Home Nursery And Preschool
02.2013 - 08.2016
BA - Bio-Behavioral Health
The Pennsylvania State University
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Eastern University
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