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Jocelyn Hillmeyer

York,PA

Summary

As a Bachelors level mental health worker that aspires to earn a masters in counseling, I am driven to provide all of my patients with a safe, listening ear and to facilitate their recovery in the best possible at that I can. As a mom of two, one with special needs, I am driven to provide families going through a hard time with the resources and education they need to pull through , better than before. I am determined to continue learning and improving as I gain more experience, and believe I could be an asset to any team I am given the pleasure of being put on.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Health Counselor Ll

Eating Recovery Center
Hunt Valley, Maryland
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on assessment of their needs.
  • Provided counseling services to individuals, couples and families with mental health issues.
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments to identify areas of need and develop appropriate interventions.
  • Educated clients on healthy coping strategies, stress management techniques and lifestyle modifications.
  • Developed crisis intervention plans to respond to emergency situations.
  • Advised caregivers on how best to support their loved ones during recovery process.
  • Maintained accurate records of client visits, treatments provided and outcomes achieved.
  • Encouraged participation in activities outside the office setting that promote socialization, independence or self-care skills.
  • Addressed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Actively listened to patients' stories without judgment while providing empathy and understanding.
  • Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health.
  • Collaborated with mental health professionals and other staff members to perform clinical assessments or develop treatment plans.
  • Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
  • Acted as client advocate, coordinating required services and resolving emergency problems in crisis situations.
  • Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
  • Counseled family members to assist in understanding, dealing with or supporting clients or patients.
  • Collected information about clients through interviews, observation, or tests.

Conducted regular safety checks during the course of the day to ensure client safety

  • Created therapeutic relationships with patients In my care, and offered an empathetic, listening ear when they needed
  • Worked with multiple disciplines to ensure patients were being given the best care in line with their plan of treatment
  • Performed deescalation techniques when patients were having a crisis , and learned crisis intervention techniques

Behavior Health Technician

Behavior Interventions
Elizabethtown , Pennsylvania
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress and behaviors.
  • Monitored clients' physical and emotional wellbeing.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, eating, and grooming.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans for each client.
  • Observed changes in client behavior and reported any concerning trends to supervisor or psychiatrist.
  • Educated clients on healthy lifestyle habits, including proper nutrition and exercise regimes.
  • Provided crisis intervention services as needed during times of distress or agitation.
  • Provided 1, 1 intervention for clients with autism spectrum disorder, following the specific guidelines of their individualized behavior plans.
  • Monitored and documented client progress using data collection systems such as ABC charts, frequency counts, and latency measures.
  • Assisted in developing positive behavior support plans to promote desired behaviors and decrease problem behaviors.
  • Implemented interventions outlined in behavior plans with precision and accuracy.
  • Collaborated with other professionals including BCBAs, teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists to ensure best practices are being implemented for each client.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss client progress and plan further interventions when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of data collected during sessions and wrote detailed reports regarding client's progress.
  • Provided verbal prompts, physical guidance, or visual cues as needed to facilitate learning opportunities for clients.
  • Observed clients throughout sessions to identify potential triggers of problem behaviors or areas needing improvement.
  • Utilized a variety of positive reinforcement techniques such as praise, rewards, tangible items, activity privileges, to reinforce appropriate behavior.
  • Ensured safety of all individuals involved in the treatment process by implementing safety protocols.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Attended workshops and trainings related to Applied Behavior Analysis.
  • Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
  • Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
  • Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Counseling And Human Services

Stevenson University
Stevenson, MD
05-2022

Skills

  • Treatment Plans
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Intellectual function assessment
  • Family therapy
  • Recovery strategies
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Cognitive behavior therapy
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Behavior Modification
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Individual Counseling
  • Self Motivation
  • Time management abilities
  • Written Communication
  • Stress management techniques
  • Adaptability
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Patient Education
  • Therapeutic Interventions
  • Active Listening
  • Goal Setting
  • Tracking client progress
  • Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Team building
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Timeline

Behavioral Health Counselor Ll

Eating Recovery Center
10.2023 - Current

Behavior Health Technician

Behavior Interventions
08.2023 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Counseling And Human Services

Stevenson University
Jocelyn Hillmeyer