KarNeisha Butler
Denton,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Coordinator
Denton County MHMR Center
Denton , TX
2021.11 - Current
- Maintained accurate client records in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Coordinated with other health professionals to develop individualized plans of care for patients.
- Educated clients on available resources and services within their communities.
- Maintained communication between the family and caregiver and other involved parties regarding the patient's condition.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Conducted initial assessments and evaluations of patient's needs.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources such as housing, transportation, employment opportunities.
- Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care and conditions which might hinder patient well-being.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Actively participated in staff meetings discussing best practices in patient care coordination.
Crisis Residential QMHP
Denton County MHMR
Denton , TX
2020.12 - 2021.11
- Evaluated client needs and provided appropriate referrals to community agencies or mental health professionals.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need of emotional support and guidance.
- Responded quickly and effectively when emergency situations arose; managed high stress environments with professionalism.
- Facilitated group sessions to assist clients in developing coping mechanisms for dealing with crisis situations.
- Maintained accurate records of all case notes, progress reports, and other documentation related to client care.
- Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to the specific needs of each client.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and primary care physicians to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Created educational materials designed to help individuals identify signs of distress within themselves or others.
- Developed safety plans to minimize crisis risk and intervene with specific procedures.
- Applied abilities in techniques like active listening and collaborative problem-solving to make positive impact.
- Collected and documented information from clients about concerns and available contextual details.
- Facilitated weekly group sessions focused on various issues to help groups and individuals.
- Compiled community resources for housing to assist patients with mental health or substance abuse recovery.
Direct Support Professional
Denton State Supported Living Center
Denton , TX
2015.07 - 2020.12
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX2018-12
Skills
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Process Improvements
- Documentation proficiency
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Care Coordinator
Denton County MHMR Center
2021.11 - Current
Crisis Residential QMHP
Denton County MHMR
2020.12 - 2021.11
Direct Support Professional
Denton State Supported Living Center
2015.07 - 2020.12
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Texas Woman's University
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