Brittany Dorsey
Seattle,WA
Summary
Client focused professional with six years of combined lived and in-field experience working with diverse populations. Experience varies between assisting people who are exposed to homelessness, serving individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities, mentoring students, responding to our world's pandemic, as well as supporting children that may have a history of behavioral challenges due to the impacts of trauma.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Support Specialist
DESC
01.2023 - Current
- Assist clients with maintaining housing through building rule enforcement and lease compliance, as necessary.
- Coordinate and refer clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet individual treatment needs.
- Monitor client progress and report changes through documentation.
- Assist clients in setting personal goals, developing Integrated Service Plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Establish trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Implemented harm reduction strategies while working with clients engaged in high-risk behaviors, prioritizing safety without judgment or stigma attached.
- Served as a mentor to new staff members by providing guidance on agency procedures, documentation requirements, and ethical considerations in practice.
Testing Site Specialist
Curative
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Supported community health efforts by conducting mobile testing events, reaching vulnerable populations in underserved areas.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by securely handling sensitive information during the registration and post-test notification processes.
- Increased safety measures by adhering to sanitation protocols and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment during COVID-19 testing.
- Contributed to public health research by collecting demographic data from patients during the testing process, aiding in identifying trends and potential outbreaks.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
Testing Administrator
Ambulnz
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure productivity among teammates
- Supported administrative support staff members, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship that contributed to their professional growth and development.
- Used Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly and assisted others with PPE and other safety measures.
- Enabled quick response times to positive test results by immediately isolating affected individuals and initiating contact tracing efforts.
- Documented all COVID-19 screenings, results and follow-up action on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
School Based Ed Tech III/Behavioral Health Professional
Margaret Murphy Center for Children
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted teachers with classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment for student's with disabilities.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing Individualized Education Plans tailored to each student's needs.
- Met non-verbal student needs with use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students with specific learning needs, resulting in notable academic improvements.
Residential Counselor
Becket Family of Services
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Led milieu therapy, teaching residential teens effective coping mechanisms for stress management, and conflict resolution techniques during group sessions.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for all.
- Promoted healthy boundaries between residents and Staff members.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Completed daily documentation on resident progression and regression in treatment.
- Strategized to improve resident care and satisfaction through weekly meetings with directors to advocate for resident needs.
- Assisted residents with transitioning to a new living environment.
- Enhanced patient safety by accurately administering medications according to physician orders and established protocols.
Direct Support Professional
Opportunity Enterprises
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained accurate client records, documenting daily activities, progress, and any changes in health conditions.
Student Mentor
TRIO
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Individually mentored students in the University of Maine's Johnson Scholars Program; a part of TRIO.
- Served as a trusted advisor for first-year students transitioning into college life, aiding in acclimation processes and reducing dropout rates.
- Assisted mentees in setting realistic short-term goals that align with long-term ambitions increasing accountability in goal achievement.
- Promoted a positive college experience by connecting students to campus resources such as tutoring services, career centers, or counseling services.
- Contributed to the ongoing improvement of the mentorship program by providing feedback on mentoring strategies, resources, and overall outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Rehabilitation Services
University of Maine At Farmington
05.2020
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Empathy
- Independence
- Crisis Intervention
- Problem Solving
Certification
- Agency Affiliated Counselor
- Basic Life Support
- CPR/First Aid
- Fully Vaccinated and boosted
Timeline
Clinical Support Specialist
DESC
01.2023 - Current
Testing Administrator
Ambulnz
06.2022 - 10.2022
Testing Site Specialist
Curative
01.2022 - 12.2022
School Based Ed Tech III/Behavioral Health Professional
Margaret Murphy Center for Children
08.2021 - 10.2021
Residential Counselor
Becket Family of Services
05.2020 - 07.2021
Direct Support Professional
Opportunity Enterprises
09.2017 - 07.2018
Student Mentor
TRIO
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Agency Affiliated Counselor
- Basic Life Support
- CPR/First Aid
- Fully Vaccinated and boosted
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Rehabilitation Services
University of Maine At Farmington
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