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Amanda Brinkley

Mission,US

Summary

Professional with experience in behavioral health care, prepared for this role. Skilled in patient care, crisis intervention, and therapeutic support with strong communication abilities. Focused on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and results-driven, with commitment to improving patient outcomes and fostering supportive environment. The University of Kansas Health System Marillac Campus provided me with a practicum experience in case management and assessment in the fall of 2024 and the spring of 2024 following shadowing therapy and assessment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavioral Health Technician

The University of Kansas Health System
02.2024 - Current
  • Conducted client rounds to check on patients.
  • Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve patients.
  • Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while managing sensitive patient information, maintaining privacy and trust among patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies.

Daycare Assistant

Special Beginnings Daycare
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.

Daycare Attendant

Hawthorne Animal Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory to increase team efficiency
  • Pitched in with laundry duties, such as washing, drying, and folding towels, to ensure a smooth workflow during busy periods
  • Kept the play yards, kennels, and cages clean and orderly
  • Basic wellness issues, such as superficial wounds, were treated by me, and more complex issues were referred to a veterinarian
  • Developed fine motor skills in young children by incorporating manipulative toys into daily play routines.

Nanny

Self-Employed
10.2021 - 10.2022
  • Facilitated relationships with both children and parents by creating a caring and structured home environment
  • Kept detailed daily records of each child's activities, behaviors, meals, and naps
  • Preparing nutritious meals, cleaning laundry, tidying bedrooms, dusting, and sanitizing play areas were among the light housekeeping duties I performed
  • Created nurturing, safe environments for children to help them develop emotionally, socially, and intellectually
  • Assisted children in completing homework and special assignments on a daily basis to support academic performance
  • Assisted children with everyday activities such as playing, eating and snacking, hygiene, and socialization

Education

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work

University of Kansas Edwards Campus
Overland Park, KS
05-2025

Associate of Arts - Social Work

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
01.2023

Associates of General Studies - Social Work

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
01.2023

Skills

  • Leadership

  • Interpersonal skills

  • Team Player

  • Hard-worker

  • Childcare

  • Caring child mentor

  • Exceptional organizational skills

  • Self-sufficient

  • Detail-oriented

  • Active listener

  • Behavior management techniques

Certification

  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Deescalation Techniques Certificate – Various certified training organizations.

Timeline

Behavioral Health Technician

The University of Kansas Health System
02.2024 - Current

Daycare Assistant

Special Beginnings Daycare
09.2023 - 01.2024

Daycare Attendant

Hawthorne Animal Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2023

Nanny

Self-Employed
10.2021 - 10.2022

Associate of Arts - Social Work

Johnson County Community College

Associates of General Studies - Social Work

Johnson County Community College

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work

University of Kansas Edwards Campus

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