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Carey Dobson

Peyton,CO

Summary

Mental health professional driven to help others overcome personal obstacles. Comfortable working autonomously or in a team-based setting. Experience in public school setting as a home visitor and substitute teacher. New to Colorado, excited to become part of a stimulating environment.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Calvert County Public Schools
Prince Frederick, MD
08.2016 - 04.2017
  • Cleaned and maintained the beverage area, display cases, equipment, and order transaction area Cleaned and prepared various foods for cooking or serving Prepared food items such as sandwiches, salads, soups, and beverages Used all food handling standards Monitored use of government food commodities to ensure that proper procedures are followed Performed dishwasher duties Cleaned bars, work areas, and tables.

Mental Health Technician

Calvert Memorial Hospital
Prince Frederick, MD
02.2016 - 10.2016
  • Float pool 8-40 hours per week Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complaints to the case manager.
  • Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
  • Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
  • Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.

Substitute Teacher

Calvert County Public Schools
Prince Frederick, MD
10.2015 - 06.2016
  • Float pool 8-40 hours per week Classroom management in grades K-8 Implemented lesson plans and taught assigned materials Maintained and oversaw safety and emergency protocol and procedures as outlined by school district Encouraged students using positive reinforcement incentives.

Family Support Worker

Healthy Families America
Prince Frederick, MD
09.2014 - 09.2015
  • Part time 25-30 hours per week Home Visitor for at risk prenatal women, their partners and children from newborn to age five throughout Calvert County, MD.
  • Advised clients on community resources, made referrals and devised realistic treatment plans.
  • Communicated with public social and welfare agencies to obtain and provide information.
  • Maintained a full caseload of clients, working under strict deadlines.
  • Developed workable solutions for recurring problems for individuals and families.
  • Provided prenatal and other health related information.
  • Assisted and supported healthy parent-child relationships in clients homes on weekly and/or bi-weekly basis.
  • Proficient in Growing Great Kids developmental curriculum; developed lesson plans specific to families needs and interests.
  • Developed respectful, trusting relationships with clients.
  • Attended and participated in weekly staff meetings, community events, and training sessions.

Mental Health Technician

United States Air Force, RAF
Lakenheath, United Kingdom
07.2005 - 02.2006
  • Full time Mon-Fri 7:30-4:30 Charted and recorded information in client files.
  • Escorted at risk patients to off base inpatient facility in London on regular basis.
  • Interacted with clinical staff and external resources such as school or community personnel.
  • Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
  • Pulled patient charts for upcoming appointments.
  • Disseminated information to correct department, individual or outside location.
  • Maintained complete confidentiality in accordance with organization and legal requirements.
  • Kept department clean, organized and professional.
  • Wrote clear and detailed clinical phone messages for physicians.
  • Directed patient flow during practice hours, minimizing patient wait time.
  • Arranged and assisted with hospital admissions.
  • Scheduled patient appointments.
  • Completed registration quickly and cordially for all new patients.Ensured compliance with medical/legal requirements, JCAHO and HIPPA standards and United States Air Force regulations.

Mental Health Technician

United States Air Force, Travis AFB
, CA
04.2003 - 08.2005
  • Full time 12 hour shift work Assisted Family Advocacy Program by facilitating community play groups and sharing community information and educational parenting information Tracked client movement on and off the unit by documenting times and destinations of clients.
  • Checked facility for open windows, locked doors, malfunctioning smoke detectors and other safety hazards.
  • Quickly responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
  • Efficiently gathered information from families and social services agencies to inform development of treatment plans.
  • Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
  • Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.
  • Taught clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills and functional living skills.
  • Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.
  • Guided clients in understanding illnesses and treatment plans.
  • Executed appropriate risk-assessment and mitigation strategies.
  • Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
  • Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
  • Counseled and prepared residents for their transition back into the community.
  • Worked with severely mentally ill and dually-diagnosed adults to include active duty service members, their dependents, and veterans in one of the few inpatient facilities in the, Arranged and assisted with hospital admissions.
  • Provided administrative support for physicians.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Regulations by appropriately handling patient information.
  • Scanned incoming documentation.
  • Disseminated information to correct department, individual or outside location.
  • Maintained 100% compliance with all hospital and government regulations.

Education

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Thomas Edison State University
2018

Bachelors of Science - undefined

Psychology

Associate of Applied Science - Mental Health Services

Community College of The Air Force
2005

Business Administration

Champlain College
Burlington, VT

Skills

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Professional and mature Critical thinker Strong interpersonal skills Meticulous attention to detail Results-orientedundefined

Accomplishments

  • Global War on Terrorism Campaign Badge Armed Forces Service Badge Basic Military Training Badge Marksmanship Badge Outstanding Unit Badge Certified Critical Stress Management United States Air Force.

Timeline

Calvert County Public Schools
08.2016 - 04.2017

Mental Health Technician

Calvert Memorial Hospital
02.2016 - 10.2016

Substitute Teacher

Calvert County Public Schools
10.2015 - 06.2016

Family Support Worker

Healthy Families America
09.2014 - 09.2015

Mental Health Technician

United States Air Force, RAF
07.2005 - 02.2006

Mental Health Technician

United States Air Force, Travis AFB
04.2003 - 08.2005

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Thomas Edison State University

Bachelors of Science - undefined

Psychology

Associate of Applied Science - Mental Health Services

Community College of The Air Force

Business Administration

Champlain College

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