Ashley Platoni
Hopatcong,NJ
Summary
Competent and knowledgeable about behavioral health program requirements, support strategies and skill-building techniques. Focused on helping clients improve wellbeing and functioning by preventing substance abuse and improving confidence. Hardworking, reliable and dedicated.
Diligent program support professional well-versed in evaluating behavioral and physical needs of Autistic clients. Documenting daily activities and special incidents while effectively managing client needs, assisting with treatment coordination and supporting program operations.
Skilled Mental Health Technician with Clinical Counseling degree and extensive mental health services background. Supported numerous patients in large residential treatment facility and played key role in achievement of positive patient outcomes.
Excellent communications and patient management skills leading to desirable results. Energetic professional performs assessments, monitors behavior and helps develop treatment plans.
Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs. Offers skills in task prioritization and task management.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level behavioral health position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Believe In Me Treatment Center
09.2023 - 12.2023
- 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 clients.
- Implemented therapeutic activities that promoted skill-building, self-awareness, and healthy coping mechanisms.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while managing sensitive patient information, maintaining privacy and trust among clients.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies.
- Assisted patients in developing individualized goals for recovery and provided ongoing support throughout the process.
- Prepared and submitted daily [Type] reports to management.
- Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians joining the team, sharing best practices and helping them acclimate quickly to their new role responsibilities.
- Enhanced patient engagement in their treatment plan through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, enabling effective adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic health record systems for efficient data entry and retrieval purposes related to clinical documentation requirements within the field of behavioral health.
- Contributed to continuous quality improvement initiatives within the facility, enhancing overall service delivery and patient satisfaction levels.
- Established rapport with diverse populations by utilizing strong cultural competence skills during interactions with both patients and their families alike.
- Utilized creative problem-solving abilities to address complex patient needs and overcome barriers to treatment success, all while maintaining a high level of professionalism and ethical conduct.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with industry best practices and emerging trends for the delivery of effective mental health services.
- Coordinated with external community resources as necessary, ensuring seamless transitions for patients requiring additional support services upon discharge from the facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing each patient''s unique needs.
- Educated families on mental health conditions and available resources, empowering them to better support their loved one''s journey towards wellness.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
- Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
- Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
- Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients in collaboration with mental health professionals.
Clinical Counseling Intern
The Pillars
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained detailed case notes, documenting client progress and ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for clients, resulting in improved outcomes.
- Promoted family involvement in the therapeutic process through facilitating family therapy sessions or providing psychoeducation on mental health issues affecting their loved ones.
- Participated in clinical supervision, actively seeking feedback from supervisors to enhance therapeutic skills and improve client outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment by establishing rapport with clients and maintaining professional boundaries.
- Utilized trauma-informed care principles when working with clients who had experienced significant adverse life events, fostering a safe and supportive environment for healing.
- Provided culturally sensitive counseling services, demonstrating respect for diversity and individual differences among clients.
- Conducted thorough intake assessments to gather relevant information for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Developed strong working relationships with community resources, fostering a network of support for clients during their recovery process.
- Engaged clients in goal-setting activities that fostered personal growth and promoted selfefficacy.
- Managed caseload effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency while maintaining required documentation standards.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing evidence-based counseling techniques in individual and group therapy sessions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatment interventions, making necessary adjustments to better support client goals and progress.
- Improved clients'' overall well-being by incorporating mindfulness and relaxation techniques into therapy sessions.
Karate Instructor
Sun Kido Martial Arts
01.2006 - 01.2020
- Enhanced students'' physical fitness by incorporating rigorous karate training sessions and techniques.
- Developed personalized lesson plans for individual students, improving their karate skills and confidence levels.
- Established a safe and disciplined dojo environment, fostering respect and camaraderie among students.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop dynamic training programs, promoting continuous improvement in teaching methods.
- Organized successful karate tournaments and events, showcasing students'' talents and achievements to the community.
- Mentored beginner instructors, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Increased student retention by implementing engaging activities that catered to different learning styles.
- Conducted regular progress evaluations for each student, offering valuable feedback to help them reach their goals.
- Ensured proper use of equipment during classes, maintaining a safe training environment for all participants.
- Promoted the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, and respect through daily practices and discussions with students.
- Assisted in marketing efforts to attract new members, resulting in consistent growth of class sizes over time.
- Coordinated with parents regarding students'' progress, addressing concerns and providing updates on achievements regularly.
- Reinforced essential life skills such as focus, discipline, integrity, goal setting within karate lessons to enhance overall personal development of students.
- Boosted student confidence levels by recognizing accomplishments through belt promotions and awards ceremonies.
- Improved flexibility and strength of students by incorporating yoga exercises into warm-up routines.
- Tailored class content based on age groups and skill levels to provide appropriate challenges for each participant.
- Managed administrative tasks such as class scheduling, student enrollment, and fee collection to ensure smooth operation of the dojo.
- Fostered a sense of community by organizing special events like team-building activities and holiday celebrations for students.
- Developed karate lesson plans to meet individual needs of each participant.
- Coached new students by breaking down techniques into simple moves.
- Instructed student leadership classes to promote motivational attitude, self-confidence, discipline and self-esteem.
- Evaluated student performance to determine promotion in rank.
- Assisted with sparring and contact exercises to pair students of similar rank, size, and age.
- Informed students of historical and theoretical underpinnings of karate techniques.
- Scheduled individual and group lessons to improve student skills.
- Organized and led pertinent events such as gradings, workshops, boot camps, gashukus, and tournaments.
- Provided lectures and demonstrations to parents, companies, and other members of public to promote safety.
- Introduced safety protocols and procedures, reducing accidents and injuries [Number]%.
- Instructed on proper breathing techniques, stances, and forms.
- Provided feedback and corrections to improve students' skills and techniques.
- Imparted key etiquette points, discipline, and respect.
- Promoted positive and inclusive environment by demonstrating discipline and respect to support students.
- Encouraged physical fitness to encourage students to maintain healthy lifestyles.
- Taught both core principles and fighting techniques to students of all levels.
- Developed interactive and dynamic class structure and format to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Communicated with parents to keep families informed of student progress and address concerns.
- Helped students prevent injuries and rendered calm and professional aid in case of accidents.
- Kept up with certifications and continuing education to provide students with best possible instruction.
- Organized events and tournaments to provide opportunities for students to showcase skills.
- Managed dojo business by overseeing finances, scheduling and maintaining equipment.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
- Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
- Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
Education
Clinical Counseling Masters - Clinical Counseling
Centenary University
Hackettstown, NJ11.2024
Skills
- Conflict de-escalation
- Documentation skills
- De-escalation Strategies
- Mental Health Support
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis handling
- Patient Observation
- Multicultural Competence
- Group facilitation
- Case Documentation
- Substance abuse experience
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Patient Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Self-Care Practices
- Suicide Prevention
- Records Maintenance
- Infection control understanding
- Incident Reporting
- Co-occurring disorders knowledge
- Safety Management
- Activity monitoring
- Records Management
- Recovery-oriented approach
- Family support services
- Professional Boundaries Maintenance
- Behavioral Management
- Skill-building exercises
- Individualized care planning
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Clinical Documentation
- Behavior Management
- Treatment Planning
- Care Plan Development
- Individual Counseling
- Family relations
- Discharge Planning
- Grief counseling
- Active Listening
- HIPAA Requirements
- Progress Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Behavior Observation
- Intake Assessment
- Behavioral Health
- Group Therapy
- Behavioral support
- Inpatient Treatment
- Indirect Patient Care
- Encouragement and Motivation
- Employee Training
- Psychological Therapy Treatments
- Recreational Activity Planning
- Therapeutic Treatment
- Mental Health Assessment
- Rapport Building
- Care Coordination
- Registered Behavior Technician
- Eating Disorders
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Social Services
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Believe In Me Treatment Center
09.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical Counseling Intern
The Pillars
09.2022 - 09.2023
Karate Instructor
Sun Kido Martial Arts
01.2006 - 01.2020
Clinical Counseling Masters - Clinical Counseling
Centenary University