Everly Soyka
Round Hill,VA
Summary
With a proven track record at Grafton Integrated Health Network, I excel in behavioral support and therapeutic communication, enhancing patient well-being through crisis intervention and fostering meaningful connections between myself and clients. My expertise in de-escalation techniques and emotional intelligence significantly contributes to team efforts and optimizes care outcomes. I am outgoing and compassionate with a strong passion for mental health support and patient care. I posses foundational knowledge in psychology and therapeutic techniques, coupled with skills in patient observation and record-keeping. I am committed to making positive impact on patient well-being through dedicated and empathetic care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician III
Grafton Integrated Health Network
09.2023 - Current
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members, contributing valuable insights to optimize patient care and outcomes.
Group Facilitator
Hoos Connected - University of Virginia
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Facilitated conversations between a diverse group of students to foster connections and make meaningful connections.
- Implemented curriculum to guide conversations regarding what brings us together and keeps us apart from one another and the commonalities we share.
- Utilized skills to navigate microaggressions and differences of opinions in the discussion of social issues that keep us apart, with an emphasis on acknowledging the damage that is done to connections when we don't show respect to one another.
- Collaborated with team members and supervisors in weekly meetings on program planning, incorporating evidence-based approaches for optimal results.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05-2023
High School Diploma -
Woodgrove High School
Purcellville, VA06-2019
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Detail-orientated
- Conflict Resolution
- First Aid/CPR
- Therapeutic communication
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Collaborative treatment planning
- Patient Advocacy
- Emotional Intelligence
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Ukeru Certification
- Mandt Certification
- Virginia Driver's License
Timeline
Mental Health Technician III
Grafton Integrated Health Network
09.2023 - Current
Group Facilitator
Hoos Connected - University of Virginia
07.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Virginia
High School Diploma -
Woodgrove High School
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