Graisyn Sobczak
Oak Creek,WI
Summary
Dedicated individual with mental health knowledge and training in crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies. Delivers top-notch compassionate care to patients with mental and/or behavioral challenges. Excels in recordkeeping, time management and patient observation. Connects well with others, builds relationships and handles tasks with minimal oversight.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Rogers Behavioral Health
04.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
MSW Clinical Intern
American Behavioral Clinics
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Helped facilitated AODA therapy groups to empower clients with knowledge about their conditions, promoting sobriety and harm reduction skills.
- Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment.
- Implemented self-care practices for personal wellbeing and modeled healthy coping strategies for clients to emulate in their own lives.
MSW Clinical Intern
Granite Hills Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments to identify individual strengths, needs, preferences, and goals for treatment planning purposes.
- Collaborated with external providers to ensure continuity of care for clients receiving services from multiple agencies.
- Facilitated psychoeducation groups on relevant topics such as stress management, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation to empower participants in their daily lives.
Case Management Paid Intern
United Community Center
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximize benefits of programs.
- Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
- Helped social workers build, coordinate and lead programs supporting individuals with AODA and mental health concerns.
Volunteer Tutor
Catholic Charities
10.2021 - 08.2022
- One on one tutoring sessions with an immigrant and/or refugee to help them study for the US citizenship test
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
Companion Volunteer
Compassus
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Provide one on one in home care for the patient and/or family
- Supported families through difficult transitions and answered questions.
Volunteer Tutor
Summit Educational Association
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
Nanny
Private Residence
04.2015 - 03.2023
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Guide
Hospital, Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.
- Reported patient requests, concerns and other observations to staff.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI12.2022
Oak Creek High School
Oak Creek, WI06.2019
Skills
- Case Management Tools
- Crisis Intervention
- Psychoeducation Delivery
- Client Intakes
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Discharge Planning
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Rapport Building
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Additional Information
- Mandated Reporter, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, ALICE Training, CBRF First Aid and Choking Training, CBRF Standard Precautions Training, CBRF Fire Safety Training, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Timeline
MSW Clinical Intern
American Behavioral Clinics
01.2024 - 08.2024
MSW Clinical Intern
Granite Hills Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
Mental Health Technician
Rogers Behavioral Health
04.2023 - Current
Case Management Paid Intern
United Community Center
01.2022 - 08.2022
Volunteer Tutor
Catholic Charities
10.2021 - 08.2022
Companion Volunteer
Compassus
10.2021 - 01.2022
Volunteer Tutor
Summit Educational Association
10.2019 - 05.2021
Guide
Hospital, Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
04.2017 - 08.2017
Nanny
Private Residence
04.2015 - 03.2023
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Oak Creek High School
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