Elgin Spruill
Brockton
Summary
To demonstrate ability to embrace ethnic and racial differences, validate respect for cultural diversity, and show the capacity for working effectively with diverse client populations. Determine commitment and skills in the promotion of social justice and equality and the elimination of racism, sexism, classism, homophobia, ageism, and other forms of oppression. Establish effective oral, written, and technological communication skills in the use of self with diverse clients, colleagues, and community members Exhibit the capacity to utilize the generalist perspective as the foundation for building advanced knowledge and skills in a field of social welfare practice. Experienced with patient care and mental health support, providing compassionate and effective assistance. Utilizes crisis intervention techniques and treatment planning to enhance patient well-being. Track record of building strong therapeutic relationships and maintaining supportive environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Associate
Pembroke Hospital
06.2023 - 04.2026
- Assists in the admission process under the direct supervision of the RN. Completes non-clinical assignment tasks related to the Admission, transfer and discharge process. Ascertains the need for and assists patients aged 12 and up with a variety of psychiatric and substance abuse diagnoses in meeting immediate needs with the ultimate goal of self-maintenance under the direction of a RN. Assists patients in carrying out their established treatment programs by collaborating with other team members and by participating in ongoing multidisciplinary team meetings with RN to assist in reporting of patients' progress. Documents and reports patient progress/regression. Follows procedures which adhere to policies and practices prescribed by the hospital, Inpatient Services Program, and Nursing Services. Utilizes opportunities for continuing education within or outside the hospital, which have implications for the care of patients, or which otherwise foster professional growth and development. Meets hospital attendance policy as described in Personnel Policy manual. Holds groups/activities as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned/required
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Recovery from Addictions Program RTW II
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Responsibilities include management of staff and facility, hospital-based treatment for adults, family support, mentoring, academic support, and other therapeutic interventions. Overnights monitoring for safety.
ASSISTANT PROGRAM MANAGER
CHILD AND FAMILY
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Responsibilities include management of staff and facility, home based treatment for youth, family support, mentoring, residential respite, targeted case management, academic support, family therapy, and other therapeutic interventions.
Residential Staff
Whitney Academy
09.2021 - 10.2020
- Responsibilities include home based treatment for youth, family support, mentoring, residential respite, targeted case management, academic support, family therapy, and other therapeutic interventions. Overnights monitoring of sexual based trauma youth boys.
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR
CHILD AND FAMILY
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Responsibilities include home based treatment for youth, family support, mentoring, residential respite, targeted case management, academic support, family therapy, and other therapeutic interventions.
Recreational Staff
SOUTH PROVIDENCE RECREATION CENTER
07.2006 - 12.2019
- Head Staff, responsibilities include Child Care, prepared Lunches for children in program, maintenance work, stocking gym supplies, Front desk coverage meeting and greeting guests.
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR
BECKET FAMILY SERVICES
10.2014 - 11.2017
- Responsibilities include home based treatment, family support, mentoring, residential respite, targeted case management, academic support, family therapy, and other therapeutic interventions.
Community worker
CASEY FAMILY SERVICES YOUTH EDUCATIONAL EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
10.2006 - 07.2008
- Community worker: responsibilities include cleaning of the community, senior citizen help, and stocking of fridge.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI01-2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology Minor Social Welfare
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA01-2017
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Fisher College
Boston, MA06-2026
Skills
- CPR Certified
- Handle with Care Certified
- MADIT Restrains Trainer
- Patient observation
- Psychosocial rehabilitation
- Ethical practice
- Social Services II Certification DCYF RI
- Defensive Driving Certified
- Trained in Blood-borne Pathogens, Confidentiality and HIPPA, Infection Prevention, and Sexual Harassment/Discrimination Prevention for Employees by Relias Learning
- Diversity and inclusion trained
- CANS certified
- Ability to approach problems from multiple perspectives
- Relapse prevention
CONTACT
- PHONE: 401-212-6169
- EMAIL: Spruillin21@aol.com
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mental Health Associate
Pembroke Hospital
06.2023 - 04.2026
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Recovery from Addictions Program RTW II
10.2021 - 06.2023
Residential Staff
Whitney Academy
09.2021 - 10.2020
ASSISTANT PROGRAM MANAGER
CHILD AND FAMILY
12.2019 - 12.2020
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR
CHILD AND FAMILY
03.2017 - 12.2019
RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR
BECKET FAMILY SERVICES
10.2014 - 11.2017
Community worker
CASEY FAMILY SERVICES YOUTH EDUCATIONAL EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
10.2006 - 07.2008
Recreational Staff
SOUTH PROVIDENCE RECREATION CENTER
07.2006 - 12.2019
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Community College of Rhode Island
Bachelor of Science - Psychology Minor Social Welfare
Bridgewater State University
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Fisher College