BARBARA REED
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Reliable team worker with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Holistic and creative approach to problem solving.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
ACCRA Care
5 2020 - 06.2024
- Provided mental health respite to adolescent with a developmental disability and mental illness diagnosis during both 24 hour and hourly time periods
- Helped client to feel supported on issues of race, family systems, and sexuality.
- Responded to mood fluctuations, guided instrumental activities of daily living, set boundaries and behavioral expectations as needed
Intern
Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
- interviewed therapists to gain insight on education and careers in psychology
- observed group therapy sessions and discussed client needs
- opened up discussion on work life balance as a therapist in a community mental health setting
Behavioral Health Technician
Emily Program
6 2022 - 11.2023
- Supported children and teens ages 11-18 with eating disorder and mental health diagnoses
- Provided check-ins, emotional support during meals and throughout leisure, and led therapeutic activities
- Deescalated crisis situations and offered individualized support and active listening
- Offered feedback to management on clients' treatment plan and discussed client's needs with behavioral health team
Child Care Provider
Private Family
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Accompanied the child in imaginative play and creative activities and led music experiences
- set boundaries and behavioral expectations as needed and provided emotional support
Store Clerk
Mississippi Market
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Created welcoming space for customers and employees in both the front end and grocery
- Trained new employees in grocery and front end
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Music, Vocal Performance
Luther College
Decorah, IA 08.2019 - 05.2023
Skills
Conflict Resolution
Empathy
Interpersonal Skills
Adaptability
Analytical Thinking
Certification
Reiki Usui Healing Touch 1 and 2, Saint Paul
Timeline
Child Care Provider
Private Family
06.2022 - 08.2022
Intern
Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Store Clerk
Mississippi Market
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Music, Vocal Performance
Luther College
08.2019 - 05.2023
Personal Care Assistant
ACCRA Care
5 2020 - 06.2024
Behavioral Health Technician
Emily Program
6 2022 - 11.2023