Curtis Goodsky
Duluth,MN
Summary
Mental health professional with strong foundation in therapeutic techniques, crisis intervention, and patient assessment. Known for effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and adapting to evolving client needs. Specializes in utilizing evidence-based practices to deliver impactful mental health support while maintaining high standards of care. Renowned for reliability, empathy, and results-driven approach.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Mental Health Practitioner
Fresh Start, IRTS
04.2018 - Current
- Provided psychoeducation to clients, promoted understanding of mental health conditions and available resources
- Monitored and recorded patients' progress to determine success of treatments.
- Tailored therapeutic approaches based on Treatment Supervisors Diagnostic Assessment, and update Individual treatment goals based off of functional assessment interviews.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Provided referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franciscan Health Center
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to independently complete self-care tasks, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Nursing Assistant
West Wind Village
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Human Services Technician
Divine House Inc
07.2011 - 05.2016
- Supervised the safety and well being of adults with varying physical and mental disabilities at multiple locations
- Cooperated with house residents to devise activities and social interactions outside of the home
- Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills in daily interactions with house clients
- Responsible for medical administrations of house residents
- Trained in CPR and First Aid
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of best practices in human services field.
- Established positive relationships with recipients and assessed goals, working hard to address individual needs and tailoring services to suit them.
- Input information and obtained quantitative and qualitative data on client details to provide services requested.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology & Secondary Education
University of Minnesota Morris
Morris, MN05-2015
Skills
- Mental Health Advocacy & Support
- Suicide Risk Assessment utilizing CSSRS
- Development of treatment plans
- Relapse Prevention Planning & Review
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural Competence
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Psychoeducation Delivery
- Group therapy facilitation
- Mental health assessments
- Safety and risk assessments
- Crisis Intervention
- Discharge Coordination Planning
- Treatment Planning
- Self-Care Promotion
- Case Management Meeting Documentation
- Weekly Team Consult Documentation
Timeline
Lead Mental Health Practitioner
Fresh Start, IRTS
04.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franciscan Health Center
08.2017 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
West Wind Village
10.2016 - 07.2017
Human Services Technician
Divine House Inc
07.2011 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Biology & Secondary Education
University of Minnesota Morris
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