George Hewitt Jr.
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Over 7 years of experience in the field of behavioral health. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication and social skills.
Over 2 years experience in EVS and Custodial management seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Loving Care Family Services
11.2023 - Current
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
Registered Behavior Technician in Training
Positive Behavior Supports
10.2023 - Current
- 40 hr RBT Credential Training Course Complete
- RBT Competency Exam Complete
- RBT examination scheduled for 1/9/24
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive treatment planning and optimal outcomes.
- Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Conducted functional assessments to identify triggers and develop targeted interventions for challenging behaviors.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
- Provided parent training on ABA techniques to support consistency in care across home, school, and community settings.
- Increased client independence through the teaching of daily living skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household chores.
- Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
EVS Assistant Director
HHS
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Assists the director in executing team member training and development
- Creates and manages team member assignments and schedules
- Communicates regularly with administration and other departments to set clear expectations and to align goals
- Utilizes HHS' electronic maintenance management system to track repairs, equipment installation, updates, and compliance checks
- Performs daily inspection rounds and provides coaching opportunities as needed
- Analyzes data and makes adjustments to meet facility goals, budget, and compliance requirements
- Manages vendor communications and ordering
- Implements team-building initiatives to create a positive work environment
- Recruits quality team members who reflect HHS' values.
Assistant Custodial Manager
Aramark
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Develop and execute facility solutions by leading operations of facility accounts
- Identify and engage top talent and develop team members to their fullest potential within the organization
- Plan and lead team management meetings
- Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations
- Establish and maintain effective client and customer rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
- Identify client needs and communicate operational progress
- Facilitate and support new business and retention activities
- Develop programs (facilities, custodial, energy, grounds or maintenance) to meet client and customer demands and specifications
- Build revenue and manage budget which includes cost controls with regard to labor, supply, and inventory.
Guest Experience Coach
State Farm Arena
11.2014 - 09.2021
- Lead the team via demonstration of company cultural values and exemplify authentic leadership principles
- Create an environment of genuine care in order to empower employees to bring all of their skills, talents and abilities to their work
- Provide evaluations, continuous feedback, and coaching to part time team members
- Manage disciplinary actions when necessary and assist with the development of policies and procedures
- Develop and implement strategies that demonstrate that each individual team member matters and are valued by the organization
- Regularly review and analyze guest service data to generate action plans that address service deficiencies/goals to help develop process improvements and/or training plans to enhance team member performance
- Partner with teams throughout the organization to standardize the team member experience for all departments.
Behavioral Health Assistant
Fulton County Government Atlanta
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Case Management position responsible for interviewing clients for intake information, including obtaining and documenting client's history, maintaining client's charts, and determining client's eligibility based on the results of the interview
- Screens, evaluates, and trains potential clients to determine which behavioral health services should be provided, including developing crisis plans and/or referring clients to other agencies for services
- Performs telephone triage and provides crisis intervention as required
- Organizes structured program activities to help clients acquire new skills in developing a positive self-image and in solving problems
- Plans and conducts activity therapy groups using crafts
- Intervenes in crisis situations
- Conducts home visits and performs other outreach activities to link clients with community resources, such as food assistance and housing.
Training Center Instructor
Fulton County Government
02.2014 - 01.2020
- Perform operational duties related to training, instructing, and taking care of behavioral health clients in an assigned location including assisting skills trainers in proper care/instruction techniques, preparing lesson plans, and maintaining and preparing various reports.
Wound Care Office Manager
Wesley Medical Center
08.2006 - 08.2013
- Maintained a constant and consistent workflow between patients, nurses, and physicians by scheduling patient visits with adequate patient to nurse ratio, maintaining physician monthly payroll and work schedule, medical transcription, answering multi-line phones, insurance verification and pre-certification, filing, faxing, and all duties of an office coordinator.
Education
Nursing Assistance -
Pearl River Community College
Hattiesburg, MS01.2002
Mass Communication -
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS01.1998
Skills
- Mental / Behavioral Health Treatment
- Care Plan Assessment
- Telephone and in-person counseling
- Behavioral Interventions
- Clinical documentation
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Staff Coordination
- Team leadership
- Task delegation
- Cleaning Techniques
- Employee Evaluations
- Customer Service-Focused
- Staff Coordination
- Event planning
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Loving Care Family Services
11.2023 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician in Training
Positive Behavior Supports
10.2023 - Current
EVS Assistant Director
HHS
06.2022 - 09.2023
Assistant Custodial Manager
Aramark
07.2021 - 06.2022
Behavioral Health Assistant
Fulton County Government Atlanta
01.2020 - 07.2021
Guest Experience Coach
State Farm Arena
11.2014 - 09.2021
Training Center Instructor
Fulton County Government
02.2014 - 01.2020
Wound Care Office Manager
Wesley Medical Center
08.2006 - 08.2013
Nursing Assistance -
Pearl River Community College
Mass Communication -
Alcorn State University
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