Danielle Benyo
Bangor,PA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a profound understanding of human behavior and exceptional empathetic abilities to support individuals in crisis. With ten years of experience in the mental health field, a commitment to personal growth has fostered enhanced skills for effective service to a diverse community. Expertise transcends mental health, providing a well-rounded perspective that bolsters leadership and advocacy efforts. Driven by a genuine desire to uplift those in need, dedicated to making a positive impact in every interaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
ShadowCare, Inc
02.2024 - Current
- Oversee residential home operations for individuals with autism, ensuring a safe environment.
- Facilitate staff meetings to address and resolve staff and resident concerns effectively.
- Implement scheduling systems to optimize staff availability and resident care.
- Monitor individual progress and adapt care strategies to meet evolving needs.
- Foster a collaborative environment, enhancing team communication and resident satisfaction.
- Mentored and developed team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and company policies.
Intensive Case Manager
Pa Mentor (Sevita)
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Facilitate access to essential services for mental health clients, enhancing their quality of life.
- Provide crisis intervention and coping strategies, ensuring client stability and well-being.
- Coordinate with agencies for housing and benefits, improving client resource accessibility.
- Developed individualized care plans to address client needs and improve overall well-being.
- Coordinated access to community resources to support client independence and recovery goals.
- Developed individualized service plans to address client needs and goals.
Direct Support Staff
Abilities Personified for Life Enhancement
08.2020 - 11.2023
- Support adults with IDD, Autism, Bipolar, Down syndrome, enhancing daily living skills.
- Administer medications accurately, ensuring health and safety compliance.
- Assist with feeding and bathing, promoting dignity and independence.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to improve client well-being.
- Implement care strategies, achieving positive behavioral outcomes.
Assistant Director
Person Directed Supports
12.2016 - 08.2020
- Supported individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and independence.
- Counseled clients to improve behavior, achieving personal growth and stability.
- Managed schedules, appointments, and medication, ensuring seamless support operations.
- Provided comprehensive support to adults and children with diverse mental disabilities, fostering independence and personal growth.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and improve team performance.
- Developed training programs for staff to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Counseling
Moravian University
Bethlehem, PA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
DeSales University
Center Valley, PA05-2019
High School Diploma -
William Allen High School
Allentown, PA06.1999
Skills
- Trained in CPR techniques
- Effective team leadership
- Strong verbal communication
- Emotional intelligence
- Proficient in delegating tasks
- Crisis management
- Effective conceptualization
- Coaching and guidance
- Goal-focused
- Relationship building
- Policy enforcement
- Conflict resolution
- Detail-oriented approach
- Facilitating group support
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Timeline
Supervisor
ShadowCare, Inc
02.2024 - Current
Intensive Case Manager
Pa Mentor (Sevita)
04.2022 - 02.2024
Direct Support Staff
Abilities Personified for Life Enhancement
08.2020 - 11.2023
Assistant Director
Person Directed Supports
12.2016 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Clinical Counseling
Moravian University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
DeSales University
High School Diploma -
William Allen High School