Javion Whitehead
SOUTHWESTERN BEHAVIORAL STEPPING STONE
Evansville,IN
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Developed skills in supportive and high-pressure environment, demonstrating ability to remain calm and effective. Excel at communication and teamwork, with a focus on providing empathetic and practical support. Seeking to transition into a new field where these abilities can contribute to meaningful outcomes.
Work History
Recovery Assistant
1 Year- Engaged individuals in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders, fostering motivation and resilience.
- Developed client's coping skills and routines, strengthening their commitment to goal-oriented recovery activities.
- Employed trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques to effectively manage behavioral and crisis situations.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to support individualized treatment and recovery plans.
- Facilitated individual recovery plans, collaborating with clients to enhance personal goals and objectives.
- Collaborated with clients to create individualized recovery plans, aligning personal goals with actionable objectives.
- Documented client behaviors, progress, and incidents in accordance with agency standards.
Grant Writer & Case Manger Intern
9 Months- Facilitated intake processes for families experiencing homelessness, conducting needs assessments and connecting them with essential services.
- Contributed to fundraising planning, including event preparation and donor-support tasks.
- Assisted families experiencing homelessness with intake processes, needs assessments, and service referrals.
- Coordinated intake processes, collecting necessary documentation and providing support to new residents.
- Supported case management activities by observing assessments, goal planning, and service coordination.
- Streamlined intake processes by collecting necessary documentation and offering support to new residents, ensuring a smooth transition into housing.
Direct Support Professional
1 Year 10 Months- Facilitated daily living and independent-living skills for individuals with disabilities and mental health needs, enhancing their quality of life.
- Documented progress notes, incident reports, and daily logs to ensure compliance and track individual development.
- Delivered emotional support while implementing crisis-intervention and behavior-management techniques to stabilize challenging situations.
- Provided personalized support to individuals with developmental disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and independence.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and consistent engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
- 4.0 GPA
Associate of Science - Human Services
Social Work Concentration
- Dean's List 2024-2026
- Honor Roll 2024-2026
- 4.0 GPA
- cum laude graduate
- summa cum laude graduate
- magna cum laude graduate
Skills
Trauma-Informed Care
Crisis Intervention
Behavior management
Behavioral support
Documentation
Client Support
Goal Setting
Mental health awareness
Professional boundaries
Adaptability
Community Engagement
Problem-Solving
Certification
- CPSP - Certified Peer Support Specialist
- Certification in Mental Health Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Recovery Assistant
SOUTHWESTERN BEHAVIORAL STEPPING STONE
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Grant Writer & Case Manger Intern
OZANAM FAMILY SHELTER
08.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Direct Support Professional
RESCARE
10.2023 - 08.2025Read More
University of Southern Indiana
Bachelor of Science from Social Work
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Ivy Tech Community College
Associate of Science from Human Services
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