Jessica Baker
Anderson,SC
Summary
Energetically contributed at New Foundations Home for Children, excelling in mental health assessment and fostering trust with clients through exceptional social skills. Spearheaded therapeutic activity planning and skill-building exercises, significantly enhancing functional improvements in individuals with multiple emotional and social disabilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Counselor
New Foundations Home for Children
Anderson , South Carolina
02.2021 - Current
- Provided direct care to individuals with mental health and and or developmental disabilities in residential settings.
- Developed relationships based on trust and respect with clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Organized and dispensed medications on schedule.
- Participated in regular case reviews with interdisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate level of care is being provided.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Allen University
Columbia, SC05-2012
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
Anderson, SC05-2007
Skills
- Social skills training
- Self-care strategies
- Functional improvements
- Skill-building exercises
- Intellectual disability care
- Mental health assessment
- Therapeutic activity planning
- Anxiety management
- Assertiveness training
- Documentation requirements
- Family support
- Life skills coaching
- Individual counseling
Affiliations
Community involvement: "The Village community" outreach a program established about Five years ago. Our mission is to provide comfort and inclusion through providing Food on a daily "First come first serve" bases. Providing small bags of toiletries, health products and snacks on the go to those dealing with poverty or homelessness.
Investing in the youth with a program geared towards building self esteem, confidence and pride in making good life decisions.
Former Girls scouts of America troop leader 2018-2020
Accomplishments
- Star Awards within the company of NF for leadership and commitment for doing whatever it takes to get things done for the clients.
Certification
- CPR certified
- Certification in allied health
- Certified in emotional support coaching
- Certified in some ASL
Timeline
Direct Care Counselor
New Foundations Home for Children
02.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Allen University
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
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