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Brenette Shines

Rochester Hills,MI

Summary

Client-centered professional polished in identifying potential disorders in clients and developing successful treatment plans and therapeutic processes. Accommodating and warm individual possessing strong observational skills and in-depth understanding of human behavior. Possesses outstanding interpersonal and conflict management skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Kiddie Klub
05.2021 - Current
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.

Foster Care Specialist

Spectrum Child and Family Services, Crossroads
06.2019 - 06.2020
  • Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
  • Conducted home, school and community visits to assigned clients to assess client's level of care and provide guidance towards meeting treatment goals..
  • Collaborated with case managers and community partners to deliver effective treatment and case collaboration.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
  • Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
  • Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.

Mental Health Technician

Spectrum Child and Family Services, Davenport Shelter
02.2019 - 06.2019
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
  • Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.


Student Peer Mentor

Center For Multicultural Initiatives
08.2016 - 04.2018


  • Established a trusting relationship with mentees by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Promoted positive behavior and responsibility among mentees by modeling appropriate social skills.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Supported younger peers through one-on-one sessions, determining aspirations, setting goals, and working through challenges.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Psychology and Music

Oakland University
Rochester, MI

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Oakland University
Rochester, MI
04.2024

Skills

  • Basic Clerical Knowledge
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Age-Appropriate Curriculum
  • Educational Games
  • Effective Listening
  • Effectively Work with Parents
  • Basic Skills Teaching
  • Behavior Modification Techniques
  • Child CPR and First Aid
  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Crisis Intervention Techniques
  • Court Hearings
  • Case Service Plans
  • Motivational Interviewing Skills
  • Progress Monitoring
  • HIPAA Requirements
  • Crisis Resolution

Timeline

Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Kiddie Klub
05.2021 - Current

Foster Care Specialist

Spectrum Child and Family Services, Crossroads
06.2019 - 06.2020

Mental Health Technician

Spectrum Child and Family Services, Davenport Shelter
02.2019 - 06.2019

Student Peer Mentor

Center For Multicultural Initiatives
08.2016 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Psychology and Music

Oakland University

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Oakland University

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