Brittney Crews-Hickman

TIER 1 OCT 2022-NOV 2023; PROMOTED TO TIER 2 NOVEMEBER, 2023-Present

· Effectively conducts and implements direct care and behavior interventions for children of various ages in a clinic and classroom setting by interacting in sessions and delivering aid to target goals

· Develop data sheets for clients (e.g., task analysis, skill maintenance, and generalization sheets) and add target goals

· Helps prepare and organize client program teaching materials and submit Program Protocols

· Collaborates with colleagues by providing support with client behavior support and more

· Demonstrates a high level of competency when supporting new RBTs (Tier 1) in session, as evidenced by a 90% or higher score on the Coaching and Support Fidelity Checklists.

· Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive treatment planning and optimal outcomes.

· Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.

· Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.

· Ensured a safe space for youth and adults faced with traumatic mental health crises

· Developed and coached strategies for clients to promote wellness, independence, healing, anger management techniques, relaxation methods, and social skills for transiting and coping outside the facility

· Collaborated with nursing staff on the clients' medical charts and diagnoses, monitored clients, and recorded vitals routinely during shifts

· Demonstrated knowledge of individual needs and behaviors correlating with common mental health disorders and human growth and development principles over the life span.

· Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.

· Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.

· Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.

· Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.

· Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.

· Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.

· Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.

· Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as grooming, meal preparation, or mobility when necessary.

· Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.