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Dakota Shaffett

Kentwood,LA

Summary

Dedicated mental health professional with youth focus and strong suite of computer skills. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities with a dedicated and detail-oriented mentality. Experience with coding and frontend AI for writing and art, game development experience in PC and VR mediums

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mobile Crisis Worker/Emergency Services Specialist

AMHC
Machias, Maine
09.2022 - Current
  • Supported family members by helping them develop healthy coping strategies when dealing with challenging behaviors from their loved one.
  • Organized recreational activities for children with behavioral problems.
  • Assisted clients in identifying community resources to support recovery efforts.
  • Evaluated potential risk factors associated with each client's situation to assess safety concerns.

Assistant Supervisor

Center for Autism and Related Disorders- Hammond
Hammond, LA
05.2019 - 09.2022
  • Oversaw employee supervision, client satisfaction, contract management and daily work.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Developed activity plans and instructional materials to assist with treatment.
  • Instructed team members on proper implementation of applied behavior analysis programs and interventions.

Registered Behavior Technician

CARD Hammond
Hammond, LA
05.2018 - 05.2019
  • Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday needs.
  • Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
  • Collected and analyzed data and monitored progress and efficacy of individualized treatment plans.
  • Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
05.2022

Skills

  • Project Planning
  • Performance Tracking and Evaluation
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Time Management
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Computer Skills

Certification

  • Mandt Relational: Building Healthy Relationships; Building Healthy Communication; Building Healthy Conflict Management Skills

Timeline

Mobile Crisis Worker/Emergency Services Specialist

AMHC
09.2022 - Current

Assistant Supervisor

Center for Autism and Related Disorders- Hammond
05.2019 - 09.2022

Registered Behavior Technician

CARD Hammond
05.2018 - 05.2019

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Southeastern Louisiana University
Dakota Shaffett