Dennisha Richards
Lynnwood,WA
Summary
Professional with significant experience in mental health care, ready to contribute effectively. Strong skills in patient assessment, therapeutic interventions, and crisis management. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and achieving outcomes in dynamic settings. Dependable, empathetic, and skilled in maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Specialist
Seattle Children's Hospital
09.2024 - Current
- Provided direct behavioral support to patients in crisis situations
- Facilitated therapeutic group sessions promoting social skills and coping strategies.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic health records accurately.
- Ensured safety of patients through close observation during high-risk situations such as suicidal ideation or self-harm behaviors.
- Provided compassionate support during times of crisis or acute distress while maintaining professional boundaries and ethical standards.
Behavior Technician
Action Behavior Centers
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Provided feedback during team meetings to refine therapy approaches and improve service delivery.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop and modify individualized treatment plans.
Behavior Technician
Maxim Healthcare
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Implemented individualized treatment plans to enhance client behavior and communication skills.
- Documented behavioral data accurately to ensure compliance with treatment protocols.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Meadowdale High School
Lynnwood, WACriminal Justice
Sno Ilse Tech
Everett, WA06.2019
Skills
- Self-esteem building
- Post-traumatic stress disorder treatment
- Stress management strategies
- Self-harm prevention
- Time management strategies
- Goal setting and achievement
- Developing relationships
- Crisis intervention
- Autism spectrum support
- Building rapport
Certification
CNAR, BLS, CBT,RBT
Timeline
Mental Health Specialist
Seattle Children's Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Behavior Technician
Action Behavior Centers
03.2023 - 06.2024
Behavior Technician
Maxim Healthcare
09.2021 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Meadowdale High School
Criminal Justice
Sno Ilse Tech