Focused Human Services Specialist proudly offering many years of experience assessing information to determine client eligibility for resources and services. Flexible professional properly conveys all details to clients. Skilled and smart and consistently stays calm in stressful environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Services Specialist
Tellurian, Inc
Monona, WI
11.2018 - Current
Maintained accurate documentation in accordance with agency standards and policies.
Monitored client progress toward individualized service plan goals through periodic reviews of records and reports from other agencies or programs involved in the delivery of services.
Provided crisis intervention services to assist clients in managing emotional distress related to their disabilities or personal situations.
Participated in staff meetings to discuss cases involving complex psychosocial issues or treatment plans requiring multi-disciplinary approaches.
Participated in trainings related to topics such as trauma informed care, suicide prevention, harm reduction practices..
Attended meetings and participated in staff development training activities.
Completed accurate legible documentation for client profile as outlined by policy, reports and observations.
Took part in staff trainings, workshops, and meetings to build upon developed skills set and gain better understanding of tasks and responsibilities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital
Madison, WI
08.2009 - 07.2017
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Society's Assets
Racine, WI
06.2002 - 04.2009
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lincoln Lutheran Nursing Home
Racine, WI
05.2000 - 06.2002
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Education
Diploma - Mental Health And Wellness Practitioner
Udemy Online Learning Platform
Online Education
10-2024
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Herzing University
Madison, WI
08-2017
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI
05-2009
Skills
Interviewing skills
Data Analysis
Client Needs Assessments
Client meetings
Client support and assistance
Written and verbal communication
Certification
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
CPR Certification
Timeline
Human Services Specialist
Tellurian, Inc
11.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital
08.2009 - 07.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Society's Assets
06.2002 - 04.2009
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lincoln Lutheran Nursing Home
05.2000 - 06.2002
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
CPR Certification
Diploma - Mental Health And Wellness Practitioner
Udemy Online Learning Platform
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Herzing University
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Milwaukee Area Technical College
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