Diane Brooks
White Oak,PA
Summary
Goal-Oriented candidate seeking a position as Program Manager, that will successfully supports and contributes to the well-being of students, families as well as the corporation. Motivated to utilize my skills in team collaboration with education to promote the organization as a leading impact in the community.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Success Coach Specialist
Penn State University
McKeesport, PA
11.2023 - Current
- Created weekly sessions highlighting tips/preparation related to higher education opportunities and work force skills.
- Facilitated group session for life skills, peer conflict, self Esteem, Mental Health Awareness, DBT,PTSD.
- Weekly progress notes to track student progress over time and implement interventions accordingly. Monitored student grades, attendance, and behavior to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed workshops aimed at increasing parental involvement in the education process.
- Fostered relationships between staff, faculty, community partners and in order to create an environment conducive to student success.
- Provided crisis intervention services with students dealing with difficult time at school when needed including referrals for mental health services as appropriate.
- Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
- Identified potential funding sources available for underprivileged families seeking assistance with college expenses or daily necessities.
- Mentored youth by providing guidance on personal development issues such as self-esteem and communication skills.
- Developed, implemented and monitored individualized success plans for students tracking goals academically and personal.
- Facilitated workshops on study skills, stress management, time management and career exploration interview skills, professional and personal development.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to ensure successful transition for students into college or the workplace.
- Provided financial literacy including budgeting.
- Assisted students in navigating crisis and traumatic and difficult situations and provided methods to improve familial and professional relationships.
Entrepreneur/Franchise Owner
Brooks Cleaning Services
01.2018 - Current
- Serve as owner and operator of Brooks Cleaning Services
- Maintain and manage 2 Medical buildings daily
- Conduct monthly inventory and replenish needed products
- Hire and train employees on how to effectively clean and care for each business we service.
Milieu Therapist 3
Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic
01.2007 - Current
- Provide a variety of direct care services to psychiatrically, behaviorally, and emotionally impaired adults and adolescents
- Develop lesson plans to facilitate in-patient group therapy and conduct psycho educational groups
- Observe patients per unit, in 5, 15, and 30-minute increments per given status
- Maintain daily vital signs, dietary logs, and assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
- Manage crisis situations effectively utilizing positive intervention skills
- Coordinate and plan unit activities
- Assign staff of seven (7) daily assignments
- Train new employees and comply with monthly competency training guidelines
- Complete daily progress notes in our Cerner Power Chart database to track and share patient updates
- Encourage and assist approximately twenty (20) patients daily with developing safety plans and daily goals
- Supervise patients, provide recreational experiences, observe behavior, implement behavioral programs and interventions
- Meet with Doctor on staff weekly to develop Treatment Plans and review with patients
- Assist with the implementation of Crisis Safety Plans for each patient transitioning out of the clinic.
Education
B.S Rehabilitation - Services, Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
Skills
- Proven adaptability and capacity to learn quickly
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, meet deadlines, and produce high-quality work
- Ability to lead projects and people
- Excellent problem solving and motivational skills
- Ability to make quick rational decisions and prioritize immediate care needs
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Career Development
- Coaching Strategies
- Group facilitation
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Leadership Development
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Educational Success Coach Specialist
Penn State University
11.2023 - Current
Entrepreneur/Franchise Owner
Brooks Cleaning Services
01.2018 - Current
Milieu Therapist 3
Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic
01.2007 - Current
B.S Rehabilitation - Services, Psychology
Pennsylvania State University