Antonia Williams
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Behavior health specialist with extensive experience at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, excelling in crisis management and verbal de-escalation. Developed therapeutic activities that improved emotional regulation in youth, promoting resilience and engagement. Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment outcomes while ensuring precise documentation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Health Specialist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
02.2022 - Current
- Delivered targeted dbt sessions focused on equipping youth with essential emotional regulation techniques.
- Designed and implemented therapeutic activities and group discussions aimed at fostering client understanding of emotional regulation and life skills.
- Led therapeutic group sessions and activities, optimizing resource use. Fostered an inclusive environment for youth with diverse cognitive abilities to enhance engagement and development.
- Developed and executed therapeutic approaches to manage crises effectively.
- Engaged with multidisciplinary teams to streamline client care processes and optimize intervention outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and treatment outcomes.
- Provided encouragement and assistance to teammates to enhance resilience and productivity.
Promoted a constructive attitude to empower youth in sustaining a positive outlook.
Mental Health Technician
SUN Behavioral Health
Erlanger, Kentucky
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Supported crisis intervention initiatives to enhance patient safety and well-being.
- Developed group activities and schedules to prevent crises after business hours encourage youth engagement in treatment.
- Facilitated daily activities to promote patient engagement and foster social interaction.
Assistant Manager
Children's Home of Northern Kentucky
Burlington, KY
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Managed crisis situations while employing a therapeutic approach to de-escalate conflicts.
- Oversaw daily routines within cottages, ensuring structured environments for residents.
- Directed a team of 10 staff members and supported 17 residents’ needs.
- Trained new employees on residential processes and procedures to enhance team performance.
- Optimized staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage for program requirements.
- Achieved promotion within three months due to exemplary leadership and management skills.
Residential Treatment Specialist
Children's Home of Northern Kentucky
Covington, KY
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Monitor and manage children in crisis situations by providing for safety and emotional needs using de-escalation, intensive teaching techniques and SCM as trained.
- Provide direct care supervision of children during all aspects of the daily routine, monitor school progress, assist with homework/tutoring, and provide supervision for special events.
- Perform all duties of primary role, activity role, and/or crisis role as assigned while on shift.
- Dispense all medications as directed per prescription and document per agency policy.
- Document incident reports accurately and timely as required by policy.
- Cooperate with other staff members in achieving goals and treatment philosophies of the Home.
- Participate fully and positively as a member of the treatment team.
- Attend team meetings, staff meetings, in-service training and other meetings as requested by your supervisor.
- Assist newly hired staff members in learning proper procedures, routines and agency policies.
- Perform duties surrounding transportation of residents to community appointments and activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montgomery County high school
Mount Sterling, KY12.2013
Skills
- Behavior modification
- Crisis Management
- Verbal De-escalation
- Performance reviewing
- Multitasking
- Organization and planning
- Problem-solving
- SCM, TCI, CPI training
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Manage employees
- Attention to detail
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Behavior Health Specialist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Mental Health Technician
SUN Behavioral Health
01.2021 - 04.2021
Assistant Manager
Children's Home of Northern Kentucky
04.2020 - 03.2021
Residential Treatment Specialist
Children's Home of Northern Kentucky
01.2020 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Montgomery County high school