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David White

Lansing,IL

Summary

Caring professional prepared to deliver case management and client advocacy. Dedicated to helping others achieve progress toward goals and meet specific needs. Wide-ranging knowledge of applicable services and professionals appropriate for clients.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Tech

Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital
01.2023 - Current
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to over 100 peoples to establish patients' well-being.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
  • Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
  • Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
  • Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.

Behavioral Health Counselor

Holy Cross Hospital
04.2017 - 11.2022
  • Provide counseling services
  • Crisis prevention
  • Supplied referrals to housing providers to place clients in supportive housing.
  • Developed, coordinated and organized contingency plans and programs to address needs of clients and families.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary staff meetings to implement research-based changes and assess treatment plans.
  • Identified useful resources and coordinated referrals.
  • Helped over 200 clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
  • Coordinated with different service providers to meet clients' individual needs.
  • Tracked service activities and outcomes against outlined plans and goals.
  • Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.

Barista

Starbucks
06.2016 - 04.2017
  • Pleasantly interacted with dozens of customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Film and Media

Governors State University
University Park, IL
06.2017

Associate of Arts - Arts of Science

Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL
06.2014

High School Diploma -

Alan B.Shepard
Palos Heights
06.2011

Skills

  • Family Relations Expertise
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills
  • Crisis Resolution
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Community Outreach
  • Critical Thinking
  • Excel Expertise
  • Data Reporting
  • Presentation Materials
  • Crisis Communications
  • Speech Writing
  • Strategy Implementation

Certification

CPI-Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training

Timeline

Mental Health Tech

Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Behavioral Health Counselor

Holy Cross Hospital
04.2017 - 11.2022

Barista

Starbucks
06.2016 - 04.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Communications, Film and Media

Governors State University

Associate of Arts - Arts of Science

Moraine Valley Community College

High School Diploma -

Alan B.Shepard
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