Desarae Magness
Spokane,WA
Summary
Dynamic behavioral health professional with expertise in individualized service planning and dual diagnosis treatment at Royal Life Centers. Proven ability to enhance patient engagement through evidence-based techniques and effective de-escalation strategies. Strong collaborator, skilled in clinical documentation and fostering trust, leading to improved client outcomes and satisfaction.
Experienced with patient care and therapeutic interventions, focusing on improving mental health outcomes. Utilizes evidence-based practices and collaborative approaches to support patient recovery. Track record of crisis management and empathetic patient interactions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Behavioral Health Techni
Royal Life Centers
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation services, ensuring safety of all involved parties.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized behavioral treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to create comprehensive treatment plans for clients.
- Increased client engagement by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress for accurate reporting and effective communication among the treatment team.
- Conducted regular risk assessments on clients to ensure early identification of potential concerns or crises.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to foster healthy communication and coping skills among clients.
- Supported clients in developing skills for daily living, encouraging independence and overall wellbeing.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in behavioral health treatment methodologies.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, establishing trust and encouraging open dialogue about their experiences and challenges.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment approaches as needed to optimize outcomes.
Team Crew Member
Dicks
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Promoted teamwork through active listening and open communication, fostering a positive work culture among crew members.
- Restocked customer and crew areas with necessary supplies and rotated stock as required.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by consistently providing friendly, efficient service during peak hours.
- Developed time management skills to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail under pressure.
- Accepted money and processed customer payments with high accuracy and efficiency.
Drafter
Design Services Northwest
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Delivered accurate and efficient conversions of sketches to digital files, streamlining the design process for all team members.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering high-quality, detailed drawings that accurately represented their vision and requirements.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and ongoing skill development workshops.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop accurate and precise technical drawings for various projects.
- Adapted quickly to changing client specifications or project requirements while maintaining consistency in overall design quality.
- Reduced production costs through optimizing material usage in designs and identifying potential manufacturing challenges early in the process.
- Developed expertise in various CAD programs, increasing efficiency when switching between different software platforms for different projects.
- Maintained organization of digital files and folders, ensuring easy access to current and past project drafts for all team members.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously without compromising attention to detail or missing deadlines.
- Expanded company portfolio with diverse projects across multiple industries, showcasing versatility and adaptability in design skills.
- Supported project managers by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining open lines of communication regarding design progress.
- Assisted in the development of innovative products through close collaboration with product designers and engineers on prototype designs.
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane04-2026
No Degree - Certificate in Auto CAD
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA06-2017
GED -
Adult Education Center
Spokane, WA01-2009
Skills
- Individualized service planning
- Clinical documentation
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Mental health counseling
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior modification
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved conflict resolution by implementing by group mediation with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved behavioral concerns which led to productive group outcomes.
Certification
- Lead team member Training - 2 weeks
Languages
English
Timeline
Lead Behavioral Health Techni
Royal Life Centers
03.2020 - 02.2021
Team Crew Member
Dicks
01.2020 - 03.2020
Drafter
Design Services Northwest
02.2017 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Spokane Falls Community College
No Degree - Certificate in Auto CAD
Tacoma Community College
GED -
Adult Education Center
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