Jennifer Lees
Red Lion,PA
Summary
Client-centered work using 3+ years of experience working with mentally ill, neurologically challenged and substance abuse users in various settings. Seeking a part-time position as a Mental Health Advocate. Experience in working in nursing homes, a group home environment and two substance abuse inpatient facilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Heath Technician
WellSpan Philhaven Behavioral Health
11.2025 - Current
- Monitored patients' mental and emotional well-being, providing timely interventions and support in crisis situations.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
- Documented patient progress and behaviors accurately, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment strategies and improve patient outcomes.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Recovery Specialist
The Gatehouse
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Led Psycho-educational groups
- Monitored clients during leisure activities and mealtimes
- Conducted room searches
- Used re-direction techniques
- Medication administration
Activities Assistant
Spirit Trust Lutheran
10.2014 - 03.2015
- Planned and led mentally stimulating and creative activity programs for residents with Alzheimer’s Disease and Parkinson’s Disease
- Maintained HIPPA compliance
- Led leisure activities such as music therapy, cognitive games and physical exercises
- Documented attendance, types of participation and any behavioral issues
- Redirection and distraction techniques were used often
Activities Assistant
ManorCare (at two York locations)
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Organized and led therapeutic activities for those with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease
- Had daily one- to- one visitations with bedridden patients using tactile stimulation
- Closely monitored and documented acute symptoms and reported them to nursing staff
Residential Assistant
Northwestern Human Services (Now Merakey)
06.2006 - 05.2007
- Led activity groups which included relaxation techniques and physical exercises and used behavioral modification and de-escalation
- Thorough documentation and monitoring skills
- Drove clients to doctor appointments
- Encouraged ADL skills
- Maintained HIPPA compliance
Education
Medical Assistant Certificate - undefined
Ultrasound Diagnostic School (Now Sanford Brown Institute)
Garden City, NY01.1998
AA Liberal Arts - psychology, sociology
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY01.1996
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Oceanside High School
Oceanside, NY01.1989
Skills
Active listening
Certification
CPR- June of 2024
Timeline
Behavioral Heath Technician
WellSpan Philhaven Behavioral Health
11.2025 - Current
Recovery Specialist
The Gatehouse
01.2021 - 05.2023
Activities Assistant
Spirit Trust Lutheran
10.2014 - 03.2015
Activities Assistant
ManorCare (at two York locations)
01.2010 - 01.2011
Residential Assistant
Northwestern Human Services (Now Merakey)
06.2006 - 05.2007
Medical Assistant Certificate - undefined
Ultrasound Diagnostic School (Now Sanford Brown Institute)
AA Liberal Arts - psychology, sociology
Nassau Community College
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Oceanside High School