Donte Adamson
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QMHP-A/c
Marage Homes LLC
05.2018 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Direct Support Specialist
Abilities Beyond Disabilities
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Delivered comprehensive, client-focused care by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of each individual''s specific health concerns and modifying support strategies accordingly.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Served as an advocate for clients during interactions with external providers or agencies ensuring fair treatment and access to necessary resources or accommodations.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and non-violent crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
- Administered medication to clients according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to guidelines.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
TDT Counselor
Compasion LLC
09.2012 - 05.2018
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute distress or dangerous situations.
- Contributed to a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge, resources, and new findings within the counseling field.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA12.2007
Skills
- MS Office
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Word
- Social Perceptiveness
- Critical Thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organizational Skills
- Decision-Making
Certification
- QMHP-A/c License - 2018-Present
- Crisis Intervention Training for Adults and Children- 2023
- First Aid/CPR- 2022
- Therapeutic Options- 2024
Timeline
Direct Support Specialist
Abilities Beyond Disabilities
08.2018 - 08.2019
QMHP-A/c
Marage Homes LLC
05.2018 - Current
TDT Counselor
Compasion LLC
09.2012 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Norfolk State University
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