David Lewis
Decatur,IL
Summary
At Crossing Healthcare, I excelled as a Behavioral Health Specialist, leveraging my expertise in substance abuse counseling and exceptional interpersonal communication to enhance patient care. I championed patient advocacy and community resource coordination, significantly improving client reintegration success rates. My commitment to professional development and team collaboration has consistently driven positive outcomes in complex cases.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Specialist
Crossing Healthcare
Decatur, IL
12.2019 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to ethical standards in all interactions with patients and their families.
- Attended continuing education courses related to behavioral health topics.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Provided guidance regarding available community resources for further assistance.
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss happenings in life to help develop insight into themselves or relationships.
- Provided guidance and support for patients transitioning back into the community or workplace after long term sober living
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers, to ensure cohesive patient care.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws governing the practice of Behavioral Health Specialists.
- Advocated for patients' needs and rights within the healthcare system and in community settings.
- Educated patients on healthy lifestyle choices that can improve physical and mental wellbeing.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss cases and review clinical decisions.
- Participated in case conferences and team meetings to discuss complex cases and share insights with colleagues.
- Assisted patients in developing personal goals and strategies for improving their quality of life.
- Acted as client advocate, coordinating required services and resolving emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Guided clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with the latest research and best practices in behavioral health.
- Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
University of Illinois At Rockford
Rockford, IL12-1986
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- Community resource coordination
- Mental health awareness
- Case management
- Team collaboration
- Professional development
- Substance abuse counseling
- Relapse prevention
- Motivational interviewing
- Excellent communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED
- Client goal planning
- Tracking client progress
Certification
- CRSS July 24,2024
Timeline
Behavioral Health Specialist
Crossing Healthcare
12.2019 - Current
M.D. - Medicine
University of Illinois At Rockford
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