Carolyn Giddings Creary
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Seasoned Residential Counselor with a proven track record at Intercommunity Action, excelling in implementing residential treatment plans and mastering de-escalation techniques. Demonstrated success in enhancing resident welfare through effective crisis intervention and fostering positive behavior changes. Skilled in both client care and team coordination, ensuring comprehensive support and safety.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Counselor
Intercommunity Action
Philadelphia, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
- Made regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Completed daily resident welfare checks and coordinated with facility staff to meet resident needs.
Residential Counselor
Special People In Northeast
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
07.2009 - 09.2023
- Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
- Made regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Assisted with crisis intervention services when needed.
- Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.
- Maintained accurate records of client information including medical histories, medications administered, counseling sessions attended.
ICF Residential Manager/ ICF Counselor
Intercommunity Action
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
05.1998 - 02.2009
- Implemented strategies that promoted positive behavior changes among residents in accordance with their treatment plan goals.
- Coordinated adequate coverage for resident needs with organized staff schedules and assignments.
- Created quarterly reports detailing budgeting information, staffing requirements, quality assurance measures and any relevant updates concerning the facility's operations.
Residential Counselor
East Mount Airy Neighbors
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
08.1998 - 06.2003
- Provided appropriate feedback and information to help residents succeed in program.
- Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
- Assisted with crisis intervention services when needed.
- Developed and deepened relationships with residents and fellow staff.
Education
Data Entry /Word Processor
Palmers Business School
13 Th Market St05-1989
High School Diploma -
Germantown High / Bok High
Germantown Ave / South Philly06-1980
Skills
- Residential treatment plans
- De-escalation techniques
- Residential care
- Client transportation
Certification
- I am certified in first aide and CPR
Timeline
Residential Counselor
Intercommunity Action
01.2024 - Current
Residential Counselor
Special People In Northeast
07.2009 - 09.2023
Residential Counselor
East Mount Airy Neighbors
08.1998 - 06.2003
ICF Residential Manager/ ICF Counselor
Intercommunity Action
05.1998 - 02.2009
Data Entry /Word Processor
Palmers Business School
High School Diploma -
Germantown High / Bok High