Danaja Long
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Mental and Behavioral Health professional with 8+ years of expertise in Therapeutic Staff Support, Personal Care Assistance, and Behavioral Health. Also, 4+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant, successfully handling responsibilities such as scheduling, bookkeeping, record-keeping, and client relations. Strong background in customer service and well-versed in OSHA and HIPAA laws. Proficient in Windows XP and the Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Worker
Quality Care Options
2021.05 - Current
- Ability to provide therapeutic patient care to mentally, emotionally and/or developmentally disable individuals
- Assist with daily living care, transporting to and from appointments while practicing different coping mechanisms
- Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress
Behavioral Health Associate
Einstein Hospital
2019.01 - 2022.10
- Assists RN in delivering care, observing patients’ behaviors and more
- Check facility for open windows, locked doors, and other safety hazards
- Report/ document any changes in patients’ mood or behaviors in a timely manner When on an assigned 1:1, records observation on sheet and gives verbal report to oncoming staff
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Sitter
NESC Staffing/ Einstein Hospital
2018.04 - 2019.01
- Bathe and dress patients, Take vital signs, Lift patients into beds, wheelchairs, exam tables, etc
- Clean and sanitize patient areas
- Change bed sheets and restock rooms with necessary supplies
Therapeutic Staff Support/Behavioral Health Worker
Resources for Human Development
2017.07 - 2018.04
- Provided emotional support to patients and family members
- Completed all patient paperwork in a timely and accurate manner
- Understood and implemented individual treatment plans, record patient behavior and provide a safe, supportive environment for patients
Personal Care Assistant/ Behavioral Health Worker
US Medical Staffing/ Wordsworth
2016.03 - 2017.07
- Assisted children and families with behavioral or mental health issues
- Documented the daily behaviors, participated in IEP meetings and ongoing trainings
- Designed strategies and interventions for clients
Home Health Aide
Blue Ridge Home Health Care
2016.01 - 2017.01
- Recorded physical and mental condition
- Collaborated with patience and family by teaching daily regimen
- Assist with hygiene upkeep and accu checks
Medical Assistant
Dr. Bruce Williams SR. DO
2014.09 - 2015.12
- Set up and manage paper filing system, recorded information, updating paperwork and checked vital signs
- Greet visitors and callers, handle inquiries or direct patients to appropriate persons
- Answered telephones or transfer calls to appropriate individuals
Residential Supervisor
The Kintock Group
2015.05 - 2015.10
- Enforced rules and regulations, Reads, initials, and dates shift reports within the first 60 minutes of shift
- Provided emergency first aid and summoned medical assistance when necessary
- Completes scheduled activities including, but not limited to intakes, random Alco-sensor tests, urine drug screens, dorm searches, pat downs, and emergency drills
Medical Assistant
Mint Condition/ Rising Sun Physical Therapy
2011.12 - 2014.08
- Set up and manage filing systems, record information, update paperwork, or maintain documents
- Greet visitors and callers
- Cleaned and organized work area
Driver Aide
Pennsylvania Transit Company.
2008.10 - 2011.12
- Provided safe transportation
- Provided direct/indirect supervision to special needs children: autistic, ADHD, ODD…etc
- Assist with different coping mechanisms
Education
Medical Assistant -
Lincoln Technical Institute
01.2014
Bachelor of Science - pending
Lincoln University
01.2009
Skills
- Security procedures knowledge
- Self-Harm Prevention
- Documentation skills
- Dual Diagnosis Treatment
- Substance abuse experience
- Crisis Intervention
- Suicide Prevention
- Assessment reports and other documentation
- Client coping mechanisms
- Medication Management
- Group Counseling
- Behavioral Health
Timeline
Behavioral Health Worker
Quality Care Options
2021.05 - Current
Behavioral Health Associate
Einstein Hospital
2019.01 - 2022.10
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Sitter
NESC Staffing/ Einstein Hospital
2018.04 - 2019.01
Therapeutic Staff Support/Behavioral Health Worker
Resources for Human Development
2017.07 - 2018.04
Personal Care Assistant/ Behavioral Health Worker
US Medical Staffing/ Wordsworth
2016.03 - 2017.07
Home Health Aide
Blue Ridge Home Health Care
2016.01 - 2017.01
Residential Supervisor
The Kintock Group
2015.05 - 2015.10
Medical Assistant
Dr. Bruce Williams SR. DO
2014.09 - 2015.12
Medical Assistant
Mint Condition/ Rising Sun Physical Therapy
2011.12 - 2014.08
Driver Aide
Pennsylvania Transit Company.
2008.10 - 2011.12
Medical Assistant -
Lincoln Technical Institute
Bachelor of Science - pending
Lincoln University
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