Ben Gborkorquellie
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Adept Mental Health Specialist with a proven track record at Dungarvin, enhancing patient outcomes through innovative stress management strategies and compassionate support. Skilled in anxiety reduction and case documentation, I have significantly improved therapy session efficacy. My expertise in fostering patient recovery and training staff underscores my commitment to excellence in mental health care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Specialist
Dungarvin
03.2016 - Current
- Ensured safety of patients through close observation during high-risk situations such as suicidal ideation or self-harm behaviors.
- Monitored patients and assessed suicide risks.
- Provided compassionate support during times of crisis or acute distress while maintaining professional boundaries and ethical standards.
- Trained new staff members on facility policies, procedures, best practices in mental health care delivery, ensuring consistent service standards across the team.
- Communicated with clients to develop social and psychiatric observations.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health services and support for patients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for improved social skills development and emotional regulation in patients.
- Developed rapport with diverse patient populations, fostering trust and open communication during therapy sessions.
- Supported ongoing recovery efforts by connecting patients with community resources and support networks upon discharge.
- Promoted client self-advocacy by assisting them in understanding their rights within the mental health system.
- Maintained detailed records of clinical interventions, progress notes, treatment plans, and other documentation required for regulatory compliance.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized mental health treatment plans.
Resident Care Manager
Sunrise Senior Living
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Educated and evaluated clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
- Worked with providers to define quality metrics and outcome reporting process.
- Arranged transportation and documented details of discharge transition plans.
Patient Care Technician
Biolife Plasma Services
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
Education
W.R Tolbert High School
Liberia West Africa Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Anxiety Reduction Techniques
- Self-Esteem Building
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment
- Stress Management Strategies
- Case Documentation
Certification
National phlebotomy certificate
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Biolife Plasma Services
05.2019 - 07.2020
Resident Care Manager
Sunrise Senior Living
08.2017 - 08.2020
Mental Health Specialist
Dungarvin
03.2016 - Current
W.R Tolbert High School
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Hennepin Technical College
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