Overview
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Education
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Archie Dent

Harvey,IL

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Health Technician – Correctional Treatment Facility

Joliet Treatment Center
02.2022 - Current
  • Monitored and supported justice-impacted individuals exhibiting mental health crises, substance use issues, and behavioral challenges.
  • Provided immediate crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to manage high-risk situations effectively.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including medical, security, and mental health professionals, to ensure safety and continuity of care.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on anger management, coping skills, trauma recovery, and relapse prevention.
  • Assisted individuals in setting and achieving personal goals related to mental health, substance use recovery, and behavior modification.
  • Documented behavioral observations, interventions, and outcomes to inform treatment planning.

School Social Worker Intern

Greenwood Elementary
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Conducted assessments and screenings to identify social, emotional, and behavioral challenges impacting student success.
  • Developed and implemented individualized interventions to promote students' social-emotional growth and academic engagement.
  • Participated in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings to address students' diverse needs.
  • Served as a liaison between students, families, teachers, and community agencies to ensure comprehensive support.
  • Utilized data collection and analysis to inform case management and intervention planning.
  • Provided crisis intervention and immediate support for students in distress.

Social Work Intern

GRO Community Service
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided individual counseling and case management for students facing emotional, social, and academic barriers.
  • Developed and implemented coping strategies to enhance resilience and self-esteem.
  • Facilitated communication and collaboration between parents, school staff, and community resources to create supportive environments.

Foreman – Construction

Glaziers Local 27 Union Hall
08.1997 - 01.2022
  • Supervised daily operations, including planning, delegating, and quality control on construction sites.
  • Enforced safety standards and protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to provide updates, resolve issues, and ensure project satisfaction.

Education

Master of Social Work -

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN
05.2019

Skills

  • Active listening
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Documentation skills
  • De-escalation strategies
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient observation
  • Group facilitation
  • Case documentation
  • Progress monitoring
  • Crisis intervention
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Mental health assessment

Timeline

School Social Worker Intern

Greenwood Elementary
08.2024 - 05.2025

Social Work Intern

GRO Community Service
08.2022 - 08.2023

Behavioral Health Technician – Correctional Treatment Facility

Joliet Treatment Center
02.2022 - Current

Foreman – Construction

Glaziers Local 27 Union Hall
08.1997 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Purdue University Global

Master of Social Work -

Chicago State University
Archie Dent