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Dianne Childers

Summary

Mental Health Technician with 5 years of experience with children and adolescents with severe and complex psychiatric and behavioral difficulties with co-occurring psychiatric diagnosis. Experience as a Campus Supervisor, developed strong leadership skills to employ trauma-sensitive technique that promotes protections, support and empowerment . Also working with children and adolescents with acute mental illness and autism spectrum disorder. Strong knowledge of general counseling methods, crisis interventions skills, community resources and cultural differences to fosters effective treatment solutions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Campus Supervisor

Laurel Heights Hospital
07.2021 - 02.2024

● Participates in the development of unit goals and objectives; develops unit procedures and policies; ensures compliance of unit procedures and policies
●Schedules, assigns and oversees the work of a multi-shift unit including direct supervision of all shifts
●Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions Enhanced patient care by providing emotional support and
implementing personalized treatment plans.
●Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and streamlined care processes. Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions

● Enhanced patient care by providing emotional support and implementing personalized treatment plans.

● Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and streamlined care processes.

Unit Coordinator

Sandy Pines Residential Treatment Center
09.2020 - 07.2021

● Responsible for up to 27 age from 5 to 17 year old residents and up to 7 staff on the unit, to ensure safety, needs of the facility and team work is upheld

● In charge of managing all paperwork related to the residents, breaking down/discharging patient charts and filing patient paperwork. Consistent chart auditing and training for employees to ensure chart maintenance is upheld.

● Received physicians and visitors on unit, identifying, acknowledging and responding to patient, physician and staff needs to meet operational and care needs of parties.

● Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.

● Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.

● Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.

● Maintained professional, organized and safe environment for employees and patrons.

● Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.


Mental Health Technician

Sandy Pines Residential Treatment Center
04.2018 - 09.2020

● Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.

● Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.

● Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.

●Escort patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.

● Conducted client rounds to check on residents. Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.

● Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.

● patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.

● Chart on each patient daily.

● Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.

● Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.

● with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.

● Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.

● Supervise visitation with families and DCS case workers.

Education

Nursing Assistant -

Institute of Healthcare Professions
West Palm Beach, FL

High School Diploma -

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence High School
Townsend, GA

Skills

  • Safety Management
  • Incident Reporting
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Campus Operations
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal Skills Development
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Behavioral Health
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills
  • Team Meetings
  • Patient Intervention

Certification

  • CPR/ First Aid
  • SAMA/ CPI
  • Handle with care
  • Certified Nursing Assistant License
  • Trauma Informed Care Training

Timeline

Campus Supervisor

Laurel Heights Hospital
07.2021 - 02.2024

Unit Coordinator

Sandy Pines Residential Treatment Center
09.2020 - 07.2021

Mental Health Technician

Sandy Pines Residential Treatment Center
04.2018 - 09.2020

Nursing Assistant -

Institute of Healthcare Professions

High School Diploma -

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence High School
Dianne Childers