Gloria Belekwa
Aurora,CO
Summary
Dedicated professional adept at fostering meaningful relationships with clients and families through exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Proven experience working with diverse cultural and religious backgrounds, delivering effective crisis intervention strategies to support individuals during traumatic experiences. Known for strong customer service orientation, multitasking capabilities, and time management proficiency, ensuring a positive experience for every client. Committed to ongoing professional development in client advocacy and support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Provider
Right At Home Senior Care
Greenwood Village, CO
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation.
- Provided personal care and companionship to elderly clients in their homes.
- Participated in recreational activities with clients including reading, playing games, going for walks or attending social events.
- Assessed client needs on an ongoing basis and reported any changes to the supervisor or case manager promptly.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working with clients in their home environment.
- Observed behavioral changes in clients and reported them to the appropriate personnel immediately.
Mental Health Counselor
Third Way Center
9100 E. Lowry Blvd
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
- Employed methodologies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, to assist patients.
- Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
- Presented case history material to review and discuss with other staff members.
- Facilitated a smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine the nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral, or mental health issues.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and the effects of employment and housing issues on mental health.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
- Encouraged patients to discuss their experiences in group and individual settings.
- Document clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients struggling with mental health issues.
Childcare Assistant
The Baby Haven
Denver, CO
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces, to prevent the spreading of germs.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Maintained a child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
- Engaged with children individually to encourage physical activity and academic curiosity.
- Read and tell stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Supervised free play, and other activities, to keep children safe.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Documented behavior, development, and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving, and social skills.
- Read stories, sang songs and taught basic skills such as color recognition and counting numbers.
- Provided guidance on social interaction among peers within the group setting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Colorado Denver
Aurora, CO05.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Community College of Aurora
Aurora, CO05.2020
Skills
- Clinical interventions
- Community resources specialist
- Cultural Sensitivity
- PTSD specialist
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent Communication
- Lesson Plan Development
- CPR training
- CDA License
- Active listener
- Emotionally supportive
- Cheerful and energetic
- Child psychology knowledge
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Stress management techniques
- Health communication
- Adaptability
- Cultural Competency
- Reliability
- Crisis Intervention
- Diversity and Inclusion
Timeline
Care Provider
Right At Home Senior Care
06.2024 - Current
Mental Health Counselor
Third Way Center
09.2023 - 11.2024
Childcare Assistant
The Baby Haven
10.2021 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Colorado Denver
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Community College of Aurora
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