Jeffrey K. Osei
East Hartford
Summary
Experienced in mental health support, actively listening to clients' concerns and providing empathetic responses during therapy sessions. Skilled in assessing mental health conditions to create individualized treatment plans and facilitating group therapy for various mental health challenges. Proficient in implementing behavior modification techniques for children with autism spectrum disorder and managing behavioral plans to address challenging behaviors. Knowledgeable in supporting individuals with co-occurring substance abuse and mental health issues, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and medication management.
Empathetic mental health counselor proficient in applying various methodology skills to facilitate client mental health. Bilingual with expertise in applying therapeutic approaches to promote patient health and growth. Offering several years' experience the field field.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
7East Caps/ABC Mental Health Worker
Trinity Health of New England
Hartford
08.2024 - Current
- Actively listened to clients' concerns while providing empathy and understanding during therapy sessions.
- Assessed clients' mental health, abilities and disabilities to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma and other mental health issues.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques designed to improve communication skills among children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
- Implemented behavioral management plans to address challenging behaviors.
- Provided support for individuals struggling with substance abuse in conjunction with mental health issues.
Mental Health Worker
Mount Sinai Rehab Hospital
Hartford
08.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Adult Psych Unit 7 West
- Assisting patients with daily tasks such as eating, bathing, and getting dressed.
- Ensuring that patients follow treatment plans and take the necessary medication.
- Alleviating duties from the patients' families.
- Creating treatment plans for patients.
- Adult Psych Unit 7 West
Psych Technician Per Diem
Rockville Hospital
Vernon
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Company Overview: Eating Disorder Unit
- My job is to assist patients with coping with their meals and monitoring how much meals is consumed along with communicating with the nurses on the daily behaviors being demonstrated.
- Observe patients' behavior, listen to their concerns, and record their condition.
- Lead patients in therapeutic and activities.
- Eating Disorder Unit
Dietary Aide
Kimberly Hall North
08.2013 - 01.2020
- Planned, directed and monitored the clinical functions of the dietary department.
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee the preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
Behavior Manager
Lincoln Elementary School
New Britain
08.2019 - 10.2019
- My job was to be responsible for assessing students with behavior issues, collecting data on the students, working with teachers, counselors and school psychologists to devise a behavior plan for the student and evaluating the effectiveness of the plan.
Behavior Manager 1:1
Jumoke Academy
Hartford
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Company Overview: Charter School
- My job was help coordinate Functional Assessments of Behavior and Behavior Intervention Plan that address students' inappropriate behaviors and provide a means to help the students become more academically successful.
- Charter School
Adult Probation Internship
Judicial Branch
Hartford
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Develop and maintain an understanding of and commitment to the Probation Office purposes, policies, functions, and procedures.
- Assist officers in performing local record checks for probation of all types (i.e. collaterals, presentence, post-sentence, violations, etc.).
- Secure arrest reports or court documents from the Courts.
- Assist officers with monitoring of low risk caseload, which may entail writing routine Court correspondences.
Dietary Aide
Hartford Hospital
Hartford
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee the preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
- Established and maintained thorough nutritional records and information.
- Maintained automated systems for menu management and nutritional data.
Education
B.A. - Criminology & Minoring in Strategic Communication
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT05.2019
High School Diploma -
East Hartford High School
East Hartford, CT06-2011
Skills
- English
- I am fluent in the language Twi (Ghana Native Language)
- I am a people person
- I have patience
- Very good work ethic
- Stronger leadership skills
Timeline
7East Caps/ABC Mental Health Worker
Trinity Health of New England
08.2024 - Current
Mental Health Worker
Mount Sinai Rehab Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Psych Technician Per Diem
Rockville Hospital
12.2019 - 06.2020
Behavior Manager
Lincoln Elementary School
08.2019 - 10.2019
Behavior Manager 1:1
Jumoke Academy
03.2019 - 06.2019
Adult Probation Internship
Judicial Branch
08.2018 - 12.2018
Dietary Aide
Kimberly Hall North
08.2013 - 01.2020
Dietary Aide
Hartford Hospital
08.2008 - 08.2012
B.A. - Criminology & Minoring in Strategic Communication
Central Connecticut State University
High School Diploma -
East Hartford High School