Alex Harland
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated Residential Care Worker with a strong focus on compassionate care and effective communication. Experienced in crisis intervention and promoting positive living environments for individuals with diverse needs.
Dynamic Direct Support Professional with expertise in crisis intervention and staff training. Skilled in advocating for client rights and enhancing daily living skills, committed to fostering independence and improving access to resources.
Experienced Behavioral Health Associate known for strong self-awareness and maintaining professional boundaries. Proven ability to facilitate therapeutic activities and monitor patient progress, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all clients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Care Worker II
Polinsky Childrens Center
San Diego, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored behavioral and emotional well-being, documenting significant changes.
- Trained new staff on protocols for child safety and crisis intervention strategies.
- Provided compassionate care and support to children in residential settings.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Maintained cleanliness of the residential facility by performing routine housekeeping tasks as needed.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to individual needs.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Promoted a positive living environment by organizing engaging group activities and encouraging social interaction among residents.
Direct Support Professional
Y.A.I
Ramona, CA
08.2024 - 04.2026
- Provided personalized care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, enhancing daily living skills.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored activities and interventions, fostering independence.
- Advocated for client rights and needs within community settings, improving access to resources and services.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client engagement and safety protocols, promoting a supportive work environment.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Organized recreational activities that promoted social interaction, skill development, and emotional well-being among clients.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
Behaviorial Health Associate
Radys Childrens Hospital
San Diego, CA
08.2016 - 07.2024
- Facilitated therapeutic activities that enhanced patient engagement and progress toward treatment goals.
- Assessed patient needs through observation and documentation, ensuring accurate treatment adjustments.
- Trained new staff on operational protocols, enhancing team efficiency and consistency in patient care delivery.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Led initiatives to improve workflow processes within the unit, increasing overall service delivery efficiency.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, encouraging active participation and promoting healthy coping strategies among patients.
- Established clear boundaries with patients while maintaining empathetic interactions to create an effective therapeutic relationship.
- Implemented skill-building exercises within group sessions that promoted self-awareness and improved interpersonal relationships among participants.
- Maintained accurate records, updating documentation regularly to track patient progress and inform future care decisions.
- Assisted in crisis intervention, de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety during high-stress incidents.
- Mentored new Behavioral Health Associates as part of facility''s orientation process, sharing knowledge of clinical practice standards and organizational culture expectations.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify behavioral health concerns and determine appropriate interventions.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alhambra High School
Glendale, AZ06-1999
Skills
- Working independently
- Professional boundaries
- Self-awareness
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Y.A.I
08.2024 - 04.2026
Residential Care Worker II
Polinsky Childrens Center
06.2024 - Current
Behaviorial Health Associate
Radys Childrens Hospital
08.2016 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Alhambra High School