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
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