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Celeste Smith
Residential Counselor
Manchester,NH
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Summary
Innovative educator and leader with significant experience at RCMHC, adept at curriculum development and fostering effective communication. Skilled in promoting autonomy and enhancing quality of life via customized lesson plans and engaging therapeutic activities. Expert in leading teams and managing time effectively, adept at crafting schedules, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing resident participation in varied settings.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Homeschool Teacher
At-home
09.2014 - Current
- Established curriculum for preschool through ninth grade education.
- Co-led FLL Robot Team, guiding prototype development, coding, and presentation preparation.
- Developed personalized lesson plans catering to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated engaging discussions fostering critical thinking and creativity.
- Implemented daily schedules to structure educational activities efficiently.
- Organized educational resources for streamlined access during lessons.
- Coordinated field trips and extracurricular activities to enhance educational experiences.
Residential Rehab Specialist
RCMHC
Concord
02.2005 - Current
- Supported residents with daily living activities to foster independence and community integration.
- Monitored vital signs and conducted routine procedures, including blood sugar checks and medication administration.
- Promoted participation in social and recreational activities to enhance rehabilitation and coping skills.
- Facilitated therapeutic groups focused on coping skills, arts and crafts, and nutrition education.
- Cultivated supportive relationships with clients and families to improve communication and trust.
- Coordinated recreational activities to boost residents' engagement and overall well-being.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized service plans tailored to resident needs.
- Managed daily operations of residential programs while ensuring compliance with all regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and treatment interventions.
- Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in developing safety training materials for new employees and ongoing education.
- Participated in safety meetings, sharing insights and recommendations for improvements.
- Performed safety inspections to identify potential hazards, evaluated emergency lights, and fire extinguishers.
- Trained staff on emergency response procedures and safety protocols.
- Coordinated monthly fire drills and evacuation exercises for all employees and residents.
- Maintained records of all reports related to fire prevention activities, including inspections and drills.
- Conducted thorough monthly petty cash reconciliations for verification of financial records.
- Managed documentation for compliance with state regulations and quality standards.
- Confirmed accuracy of all paperwork based on established state regulations, ensuring compliance during annual licensing inspection
Troop Leader
Girl Scouts of the USA
Weare
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Cultivated relationships with community leaders and organizations to enhance volunteer support.
- Organized and planned meetings, including field trips, to foster courage, confidence, and character in girls.
- Led troop meetings that promoted teamwork and community engagement among participants.
- Developed age-appropriate curricula for skill-building sessions in Outdoor skills, STEAM, Leadership, and Entrepreneurial skills.
- Mentored young girls in goal-setting and personal development to encourage growth.
- Facilitated discussions on diversity, inclusion, and social responsibility during troop activities.
- Oversaw troop funds in compliance with council policies and procedures for financial integrity.
- Supported fundraising efforts with community outreach campaigns to strengthen troop resources.
Psychiatric Technician
VISTA MEDICAL CENTER
Waukegan
03.2000 - 12.2004
- Assisted children, adolescents, and adults on Behavioral Health Unit under nursing and medical supervision.
- Monitored patient behavior, reporting changes promptly to nursing staff.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records consistently.
- Maintained accurate records of daily notes on moods, activities, and interactions.
- Ensured safety by adhering to established protocols and procedures.
Night Shift Leader
US NAVY
Great Lakes
10.1999 - 06.2000
- Produced reports on statistics, census sheets, meeting minutes, and medical evaluations.
- Administered psychiatric testing, conducted interviews, and diagnosed clients for Navy detainment.
- Served as Administrative Assistant at Mental Health Clinic, preparing reports for psychology staff.
- Certified in restraint training and instructed classes on effective restraint techniques.
- Led night shift operations, coordinating work assignments for eight to ten personnel.
- Mentored future corpsmen during their rotation at Recruit Evaluation Unit.
- Coordinated team schedules and assignments to enhance resource efficiency.
- Trained personnel in operational procedures and safety protocols.
Psychiatric Technician
US NAVY
Great Lakes
07.1997 - 10.1999
- Monitored patient behaviors and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients in daily living activities to improve comfort and quality of life.
- Implemented therapeutic activities that promoted mental health and well-being.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Utilized therapeutic techniques, including positive reinforcement, when managing agitated patients.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration, and behavioral assessments effectively.
- Organized recreational activities such as arts and crafts or outdoor games for patient engagement.
- Applied de-escalation techniques to manage instances of aggressive behavior.
General Duty Corpsman
US NAVY
Great Lakes
09.1994 - 07.1997
- Documented patient records accurately in accordance with established protocols.
- Assessed patient conditions through comprehensive history gathering and physical examinations.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring compliance with physician directives.
- Trained junior corpsmen on medical procedures and best practices for improved competency.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create tailored care plans for patients.
- Maintained precise records of treatments, medications administered, and test results obtained.
Education
Masters of Science - Human Services with a concentration in Organizational Leadership & Management
Springfield College
Springfield, MA04.2006
Bachelor's of Science - Human Services
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA12.2004
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Instructional materials creation
- Medication administration
- Therapeutic activities
- Effective communication
- Time management
- First aid and CPR
- Staff scheduling
- Team leadership
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- TESOL
- Illness Management & Recovery (IMR), 2006
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Troop Leader
Girl Scouts of the USA
09.2018 - 06.2019
Homeschool Teacher
At-home
09.2014 - Current
Residential Rehab Specialist
RCMHC
02.2005 - Current
Psychiatric Technician
VISTA MEDICAL CENTER
03.2000 - 12.2004
Night Shift Leader
US NAVY
10.1999 - 06.2000
Psychiatric Technician
US NAVY
07.1997 - 10.1999
General Duty Corpsman
US NAVY
09.1994 - 07.1997
Masters of Science - Human Services with a concentration in Organizational Leadership & Management
Springfield College
Bachelor's of Science - Human Services
Upper Iowa University