Darnette Brown
Boston,MA
Summary
Experienced personal support professional with good understanding of safety, documentation and behavior support needs. Consistently helps patients develop and improve daily living skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/HHA
Senior Helper
Newton
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided compassionate care, fostering positive relationships with patients and families.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices effectively.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Implemented improvements in patient care processes, enhancing overall service quality.
Mental Health Counselor
Bournewood Hospital
Brookline, MA
11.2023 - Current
- Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution.
- Continually updated professional knowledge by attending conferences, trainings, and workshops related to advancements in the field of mental health counseling.
- Reduced crisis intervention needs by proactively monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches as necessary.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
- Maintained detailed documentation of clinical notes, tracking patient progress throughout the course of treatment.
- Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
- Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders and effects of employment and housing issues on mental health.
Direct Care Counselor
Walker Therapeutic &Educational Programs
Needham, MA
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Documented activities and behaviors
- Prepared healthy foods based on personalized nutrition plans.
- Arranged and helped with medications according to established schedule.
- Managed schedules and transported individuals to doctor appointment and activities.
- Assisted patients with completing personal grooming tasks such as bathing and dressing.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Laborer
Laborer’s Union Local 151
Cambridge
2017 - 2024
- Operated heavy machinery to complete construction projects efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain site safety and compliance standards.
- Assisted in training new laborers on proper tool usage and safety protocols.
- Executed tasks independently, ensuring timely project completion and quality standards.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency across job sites.
- Monitored inventory levels of materials and tools, facilitating smooth operations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
Dietary Aide
Halkeem Assisted Living Home
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Assisted in meal preparation, ensuring adherence to dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Delivered meals to residents, fostering positive interactions and addressing individual dietary needs.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining areas, upholding sanitation standards and enhancing dining experience.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food service operations and improve workflow efficiency.
- Monitored food inventory levels, assisting in ordering supplies to minimize waste and ensure availability.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to address special dietary requirements for residents' health needs.
- Implemented feedback systems from residents regarding meal quality, driving improvements in menu offerings.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
Education
CNA Certification -
Boston HealthCare Institution
Boston, MASome College (No Degree) - Health Care /Nursing
Quincy College
Quincy, MAHigh School Diploma -
Brighton High School
Brighton, MA05.2010
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Building rapport
- Individual Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Suicide Prevention
- Clinical Documentation
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Mental health evaluations
- Patient Advocacy
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Intake Screening
- Dual diagnoses expert
Timeline
CNA/HHA
Senior Helper
02.2024 - Current
Mental Health Counselor
Bournewood Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Direct Care Counselor
Walker Therapeutic &Educational Programs
03.2023 - 03.2024
Dietary Aide
Halkeem Assisted Living Home
06.2016 - 04.2017
Laborer
Laborer’s Union Local 151
2017 - 2024
CNA Certification -
Boston HealthCare Institution
Some College (No Degree) - Health Care /Nursing
Quincy College
High School Diploma -
Brighton High School