Janyha Ell
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Bellingham
Summary
Knowledgeable, professional, bringing well-developed planning and problem-solving abilities developed over four years of related experience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BH Peer Mentor
Lummi Behavioral Health
Bellingham, WA
10.2023 - Current
- Developed mentees' life skills such as time management and communication.
- Provided holistic support to assist with academic, emotional and social challenges.
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
Bellingham LEA Project Manager
Lummi Behavioral Health
Bellingham, United States
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Increase awareness of mental health issues among school-aged youth by providing training for school personnel and other adults who interact with school-aged youth.
- Conduct outreach and engagement with school-aged youth and their families to increase awareness and identification of mental health issues and to promote positive mental health.
- Connect families, schools, and communities to increase engagement and involvement in planning and implementing school and community programs for school-aged youth.
Healing Lineage Coordinator/Peer Counselor
Lummi Behavioral Health Project A.W.A.R.E
Bellingham, WA
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Align the Systems of Care core values and conduct core values and principles to create an individualized service plan for the individual, utilizing a strength-based, culturally sensitive, family focused approach.
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Front Desk Attendant
Lummi Fitness Center
06.2019 - 02.2021
- Welcomed guests to front desk and engaged in friendly conversations while conducting check-in process
- Managed front desk, greeting students and visitors
- Answered phones, responded to customer inquiries and transferred calls to appropriate staff members.
Education
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Northwest Indian College
Bellingham, WABachelor of Arts - Human Services
Northwest Indian College
Bellingham, WAMaster of Arts - Social Work
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06.2026
Skills
- Case management
- Certified peer counselor
- Provide services to youth with behavioral health
- Planned and facilitated events and online webinars
- Managed and kept accurate case records and attended weekly clinical meetings
- Conduct youth and family to resources based on client needs
- Collaborated with the team to develop outreach events
- Worked with youth and teachers to develop an educational plan and provide tutoring as needed
- Time management and experience in scheduling
- Multitasking
Certification
- Certified Peer Counselor
- HIPPA Certified
- Bloodborne Pathogen Certified
- Agency Affiliated Certified
- CPR/First Aid Certified
Timeline
BH Peer Mentor
Lummi Behavioral Health
10.2023 - Current
Bellingham LEA Project Manager
Lummi Behavioral Health
10.2022 - 10.2023
Healing Lineage Coordinator/Peer Counselor
Lummi Behavioral Health Project A.W.A.R.E
04.2021 - 10.2022
Front Desk Attendant
Lummi Fitness Center
06.2019 - 02.2021
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Northwest Indian College
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Northwest Indian College
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Washington