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Benny R Hawkins Jr

Joliet,IL

Summary

Experienced with engaging and motivating youth through structured programs and activities. Utilizes effective communication and leadership skills to foster positive and supportive environment. Knowledge of developing individualized plans that promote personal growth and resilience in young individuals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Development Specialist

Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center
01.2020 - Current
  • Planning and implementing programs that support youths’ mental, emotional and social growth
  • Coordinating and supervising programs to help adolescents discover personal interests and abilities
  • Guiding young individuals through their formative years, fostering positive growth, resilience, and life skills

Security Mental Health Technician

Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital
07.2019 - Current
  • Safeguard employees while they perform their duties and protect company property
  • Screen staff, patients, vendors and visitors as they enter and leave the premises
  • Conflict resolution for staff, patients and family members
  • Protect and secure the confidentiality of staff and patients in accordance with HIPPA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability)
  • Coordinate and liaison with local law enforcement and other first responders
  • Enforce hospital policy on a day to day basis

Mental Health Associate

River Edge Hospital
03.2018 - Current
  • Help admit and discharge patients, maintain close contact with patients, and monitor vital signs
  • Observe patient behaviors, record their conditions and lead them in therapeutic and recreational activities
  • Consult with doctors, other mental health professionals, social workers and therapists
  • Assist patients with activities of daily living

Field Service Technician

Cad Construction Services
04.2017 - 01.2019
  • Determined the terrestrial or three-dimensional positions of points and the distances and angles between them for future permitted builds and construction
  • Worked with elements of geometry, trigonometry, regression analysis, physics, engineering, metrology, programming languages, and the law
  • Used equipment, such as total stations, robotic total stations, GPS receivers, retroreflectors, 3D scanners, radios, handheld tablets, digital levels, subsurface locators, drones, GIS, and surveying software

Direct Service Provider/House Manager

Individual Advocacy Group
01.2014 - 10.2018
  • Support disabled individuals at non-residential care facilities with activities of daily living such as nutrition, cleanliness, household activities, bathroom functions, feeding, laundry, taking medication, and banking
  • Assist clients making and keeping appointments with doctors and provide or arrange transportation

Education

Bachelor’s of Arts - Social Science/History

Benedictine University
Lisle, IL
12-1996

Skills

  • Comprehensive Program Development
  • Observational Assessment
  • Conflict Resolution Strategies
  • Dispute Mediation
  • Program Coordination
  • Healthcare Support
  • Understanding of HIPAA Standards
  • Empowerment strategies
  • Client Case Management

Timeline

Youth Development Specialist

Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center
01.2020 - Current

Security Mental Health Technician

Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital
07.2019 - Current

Mental Health Associate

River Edge Hospital
03.2018 - Current

Field Service Technician

Cad Construction Services
04.2017 - 01.2019

Direct Service Provider/House Manager

Individual Advocacy Group
01.2014 - 10.2018

Bachelor’s of Arts - Social Science/History

Benedictine University
Benny R Hawkins Jr