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Enola Thompson

Summary

Insurance Specialist “Impacting the lives of those in need” Experienced mental health professional with over 10 years of knowledge in strategies for reintroducing calm to emotionally charged crisis situations. Skilled in reflective listening, relationship-building, and collaborative problem-solving. Dedicated to offering meaningful assistance to members of our community.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

988 Crisis Specialist

Solari
08.2022 - Current
  • Managed over 30 calls per day into the crisis center
  • Evaluated risk to clients or others by gathering information and conducting risk assessments based on acuity scale
  • Used daily active listening and collaborative problem-solving skills to connect with caller
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to increase client engagement to stabilized crisis situation.
  • Counseled and helped to stabilize caller and caregivers in crisis situations
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to preserved life, and diffuse tensions
  • Maintained client records to document assessment, and interaction with crisis contact center
  • Documented risk to caller, duty to warm, child/Adult protective Authority and file mental health petition

Mental Health Technician

Oceans Behavioral Health Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention
  • Collaborated with a coalition of hospital personnel in providing exceptional psychiatric care to Dementia and Alzheimer patients 45 years and older
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
  • Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
  • Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
  • Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.

Insurance Coordinator

Fresenius Dialysis
03.2018 - 05.2019
  • Verified patient insurance coverage and benefits per dialysis treatment
  • Obtained data such as patient, insurance ID, insurance provider, and medical codes to properly file insurance claims
  • Achieved revenue goals by managing employee group coverage and COBBRA insurance to maintain treatment and clinic revenues
  • Assembled, prepared, and distributed clinic-specific status reports for 14 dialysis clinics throughout southeastern Arizona
  • Identified and improved target matrix portfolios and increased clinic revenues by 85%
  • Provided culturally and linguistically appropriate services to patients according to CLAS standards.
  • Assist patient with filing applications for sate and community health insurance assistance

Behavioral Health Technician

Southwest Behavioral And Health Services
10.2010 - 04.2019
  • Performed client intake procedures according to policy standards for new admissions
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients
  • Taught clients how to complete basic household chores and prepare food
  • Completed documentation for every incident
  • Recognized individuals under the- influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each
  • Extensive knowledge working with adults diagnosed under DSM-IV-V, along with a substance abuse disorder in residential and community living settings,
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
  • Collaborated with psychiatrist, probation officers, medical/mental health case management team and patient to develop an individual treatment plan

Education

Master - Public Administration

Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT
06.2000

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Proficient
  • Slack
  • Google Workspace
  • Mental health assessment
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Crisis Intervention Training
  • Critical Thinking
  • Customer Experience
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

988 Crisis Specialist - Solari
08.2022 - Current
Mental Health Technician - Oceans Behavioral Health Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2021
Insurance Coordinator - Fresenius Dialysis
03.2018 - 05.2019
Behavioral Health Technician - Southwest Behavioral And Health Services
10.2010 - 04.2019
Grand Canyon University - Master, Public Administration
Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Enola Thompson