Jenny Smith

Provided support and encouragement as needed to clients throughout the session, promoting a positive therapeutic environment

• Assisted occupational therapists in providing therapy services to clients, following established treatment plans
• Assisted in the setup and maintenance of therapy equipment and tools used during treatment sessions.

• Facilitated group therapy sessions for youth in behavioral health settings.
• Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Implemented crisis intervention strategies to ensure client safety and well-being.
• Provided mentorship and support to junior counselors during client interactions.
• Conducted regular assessments to monitor progress and adjust treatment approaches.
• Organized recreational activities to promote social skills and emotional expression.
• Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and treatment progress.
• Engaged with families to foster communication and reinforce therapeutic goals.
• Provided crisis intervention services when necessary.
• Monitored residents' progress towards goals set forth in their treatment plans.
• Organized field trips and outings as part of therapeutic programming activities.
• Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss cases and develop strategies for interventions.
• Developed and implemented behavior management plans for residents with mental health challenges.
• Acted as a role model for youth by displaying appropriate behavior during interactions with them.
• Provided guidance and support to youth in a residential setting.
• Conducted individual and family counseling sessions to address behavioral issues.
• Motivated residents to participate actively in therapy sessions by providing incentives where applicable.
• Assessed the needs of each resident and created individual treatment plans accordingly.
• Supervised staff members who were responsible for carrying out day-to-day operations within the facility.
• Attended workshops and seminars related to youth development topics such as substance abuse prevention and conflict resolution skills.
• Led discussions about life skills such as goal setting, time management, decision making.
• Facilitated group activities for social, recreational, and educational purposes.
• Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers to ensure successful outcomes for residents.