Knowledgeable Health Educator focused on improving health in individuals and specific groups by using education and public awareness strategies. Effective teacher with strong communication and relationship building skills. Prepared to bring years 7 experience to a challenging new role with growth potential.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recovery Support Specialist
Gateway Homes LTD.
Chantilly, VA
07.2022 - Current
Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions.
Assisted with discharge planning for those transitioning out of residential treatment programs.
Maintained accurate documentation of client encounters in electronic health records system.
Assisted clients with developing life skills such as budgeting, job search strategies, and socialization techniques.
Offered emotional support and guidance to clients experiencing difficulty navigating their recovery journey.
Adhered to ethical standards set forth by professional organizations while working with vulnerable populations.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care was provided to all clients served.
Provided crisis intervention services when necessary to manage acute episodes of mental illness or substance abuse symptoms.
Case and Contact Interviewer
Institute For Public Health Innovation
Fairfax, VA
11.2021 - Current
Gathered, recorded and transcribed interview questions and responses and performed data analysis using computer programs and other systems.
Developed practical and comprehensive lines of questioning to encourage communication with subject of interview.
Interacted sensitively, effectively, and professionally with individuals from diverse cultural, socioeconomic and educational, sexual, gender, and religious orientations and backgrounds.
Maintained confidentiality when addressing sensitive information with tact and diplomacy.
Communicated clearly and listened attentively throughout interview process to facilitate exchange of information.
Registered Behavior Technician
Attain ABA
Vienna, VA
10.2020 - 12.2021
Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions and maintain relationships.
Planned and implemented individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plans.
Instructed team members on proper implementation of applied behavior analysis programs and interventions.
Mental Health Technician
Mary Washington Hospital
Fredericksburg, VA
01.2021 - 05.2021
Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
Documented observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Verified patient health history and contact information for chart accuracy.
Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
Delivered counseling services, including one-on-one, group therapy and to average of 10 patients per day.
Behavior Technician
NewHope Behavioral Analysis
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2018 - 10.2020
Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
Nurturing clients social skills
Collect data to monitor the progress and effectiveness of the individualized treatment plan
Provide regular written and verbal progress updates on treatment goals
Direct Support Professional
Heritage House
Stafford, VA
06.2018 - 09.2018
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
Assisted client with personal hygiene, mobility and transportation.
Served meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating.
Assistant Supervisor
Riverview Baptist Day School
Woodbridge, VA
04.2015 - 04.2017
Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
Filed paperwork and submitted reports to upper management.
Managed receptionist area, including greeting visitors and responding to telephone and in person request for information
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Germanna Community College
Locust Dale, VA
04-2025
Public Health
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
08.2021
Skills
ABA techniques
Positive and negative reinforcements
Data collection
Behavior management
Report writing
Organization
Computer skills
PPE use
Behavioral conditions
Active listening
Relationship building
Certification
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
FEMA ( An Introduction to the National Incident Management System)
FEMA ( Introduction to Incident Command System)
CyberSecurity Awareness HIPPA Training
Timeline
Recovery Support Specialist
Gateway Homes LTD.
07.2022 - Current
Case and Contact Interviewer
Institute For Public Health Innovation
11.2021 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Mary Washington Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021
Registered Behavior Technician
Attain ABA
10.2020 - 12.2021
Behavior Technician
NewHope Behavioral Analysis
08.2018 - 10.2020
Direct Support Professional
Heritage House
06.2018 - 09.2018
Assistant Supervisor
Riverview Baptist Day School
04.2015 - 04.2017
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Germanna Community College
Public Health
George Mason University
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
FEMA ( An Introduction to the National Incident Management System)
FEMA ( Introduction to Incident Command System)
CyberSecurity Awareness HIPPA Training
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