Christopher Stahling
Bronx
Summary
Dynamic Behavioral Health Associate at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center, skilled in crisis management and therapeutic facilitation. Successfully trained 2,000 employees in de-escalation strategies, enhancing patient care. Proven ability to lead workshops and mentor peers, fostering effective communication and organizational management in diverse environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Associate
Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center/ NYC Health and Hospitals Corp.
Bronx
11.2021 - Current
- Led individual and group therapy sessions to promote mental well-being.
- Delivered behavioral health interventions to support patients and staff at Lincoln.
- Conducted assessments and therapy services while monitoring patient progress to ensure effective treatment.
- Utilized approved strategies to prevent aggressive behavior and de-escalate volatile situations.
- Trained 2,000 employees in crisis management and de-escalation techniques.
- Led training and development team to enhance communication, safety skills, and therapeutic relationships.
- Facilitated skills development workshops including effective communication, positive social interactions, and anger management.
- Documented and communicated patient behaviors and moods on patient behaviors, moods, and general well-being.
BNY Mellon Pre-Professional/ Manuscripts Page
Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture/NYPL
New York
10.2011 - 02.2016
- Co-curated multiple dynamic exhibitions, enhancing community engagement and showcasing diverse narratives.
- Processed significant collections, facilitating research access to In the Life Archive, James Baldwin, Maya Angelou, and Marion and Clarissa Cumbo papers.
- Assisted curators and archivists in maintaining collections by organizing manuscript collections for patrons.
- Provided advanced reference research and support to staff, curators, and patrons.
- Managed administrative tasks by retrieving and organizing library research materials to streamline access for patrons.
- Evaluated resources to enhance library collections in collaboration with the information resource team.
- Organized research information from print and electronic databases effectively.
Lead Academic Success Peer Mentor
Stella & Charles Guttman Community College/CUNY
New York
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Supervised 20 peer mentors in leadership and service roles.
- Managed scheduling, timesheet coordination, and conflict mediation to support peer mentors effectively.
- Advised students on personal and academic issues to enhance their progress.
- Co-facilitated weekly workshops focused on goal-setting for academic success and financial management.
- Created visual aids and presentations to increase engagement in programs and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology; minor in Studio Art
City College/ CUNY
New York, NY06-2024
Associates of Arts - Liberal Arts
Hostos Community College/ CUNY
New York, NY06-2013
Skills
- Crisis management
- De-escalation strategies
- Therapeutic facilitation
- Organizational management
- Administrative support
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- Digital content creation
- Visual communication
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Therapeutic Relationships and Universal Safety Training - TRUS/OMH Trainer
- Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations - PMCS/OMH Trainer
- Communication and Safety Skills - CSS/OHM Trainer
Accomplishments
- 2026 Nursing Excellence Award - Partners in Excellence
Timeline
Behavioral Health Associate
Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center/ NYC Health and Hospitals Corp.
11.2021 - Current
Lead Academic Success Peer Mentor
Stella & Charles Guttman Community College/CUNY
08.2013 - 01.2015
BNY Mellon Pre-Professional/ Manuscripts Page
Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture/NYPL
10.2011 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology; minor in Studio Art
City College/ CUNY
Associates of Arts - Liberal Arts
Hostos Community College/ CUNY