Gerri McCullough
Joliet,IL
Summary
Experienced with supporting classroom activities and administrative tasks. Utilizes strong organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities effectively. Knowledge of classroom management techniques and educational software.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psych Rehabilitation Services Assistant
Joliet Terrace
08.2023 - Current
- Responsible for group and individual psychosocial rehabilitation and case management services to adults within a long term care/nursing home setting.
- Facilitated group sessions to promote peer support and enhance coping strategies among participants.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Direct Care Staff
NORTH AMERICAN FAMILY INSTITUTE
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided compassionate support to children and adolescents that are new to the welfare system, or in temporary unstable placement.
- Developed individualized care plans to support emotional and behavioral needs of children and youth.
- Implemented therapeutic activities promoting social skills, self-esteem, and conflict resolution.
Patient Care Technician / Mental Health Technician
Baycare Health SYS. Winter Haven Hospital
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Responsible to perform direct and indirect patient care tasks under the direction of a RN.
- Provides ongoing monitoring and observation of patients to ensure safety and well-being.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and dignity in care delivery.
Team Technician / Phsyc Technician
Peace River Center
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Provide supportive counseling for clients and their families.
- Provide documentation and feedback based on observations and interactions with clients on assigned clients.
- Participate in care planning, and discharge planning reviews of assigned clients.
Youth Leader
Smart Start Kid Care
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Before and after school childcare. Filing, charting, collecting and documenting payments.
- Developed engaging activities that promoted teamwork and collaboration among participants.
- Trained junior staff on best practices for youth engagement and program delivery techniques.
Receptionist/Office Assistant
Joliet Terrace Nursing / Mental Health and Rehabilitation
06.2013 - 08.2018
- Managed front desk operations, greeting visitors and answering inquiries with professionalism.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling for clients and staff, ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, families, and medical personnel to foster trust.
Personal Assistant
Patricia Greer
11.2011 - 04.2013
- Managed schedules and coordinated appointments for executive meetings.
- Improved time management of the executive through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.
- Aided executive in personal tasks such as scheduling appointments or running errands when needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Receptionist
Joliet Terrace Nursing / Mental Health and Rehabilitation
09.2004 - 02.2010
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, meal monitoring, dressing and grooming. Encourage and assist with restorative programming to prevent decline.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Educated patients and families on health management and rehabilitation processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL01.2003
General (Diploma) -
Joliet West High School
Joliet, IL06.1999
Skills
- Time management
- Communications Skills
- Youth programs
- Experience with children
- Team collaboration
- Administrative duties
Certification
- CNA
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- CPI Certification
Timeline
Psych Rehabilitation Services Assistant
Joliet Terrace
08.2023 - Current
Direct Care Staff
NORTH AMERICAN FAMILY INSTITUTE
04.2022 - 12.2022
Patient Care Technician / Mental Health Technician
Baycare Health SYS. Winter Haven Hospital
04.2021 - 04.2022
Team Technician / Phsyc Technician
Peace River Center
01.2020 - 02.2022
Youth Leader
Smart Start Kid Care
08.2018 - 06.2019
Receptionist/Office Assistant
Joliet Terrace Nursing / Mental Health and Rehabilitation
06.2013 - 08.2018
Personal Assistant
Patricia Greer
11.2011 - 04.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant/Receptionist
Joliet Terrace Nursing / Mental Health and Rehabilitation
09.2004 - 02.2010
High School Diploma -
Joliet Junior College
General (Diploma) -
Joliet West High School