Katherine Williamson
St. Louis ,MO
Summary
Dedicated In-Service Trainer with expertise in training delivery, problem-solving, and mentoring. Committed to enhancing staff competency and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In-Service Trainer
St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center
07.2019 - Current
- Developed training materials to enhance staff competency.
- Conducted trainings to improve staff skills and adherence to safety standards.
- Mentored new trainers, fostering a collaborative learning environment for staff development.
- Analyzed performance data to identify areas for improvement and tailored training accordingly.
- Identified patterns and trends that resulted in undesirable outcomes or compromised program compliance and developed corrective action plans.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning by encouraging employees to seek out additional educational opportunities outside of formal company-provided trainings.
- Conducted regular SMART (crisis response practices) drills, making recommendations for improvements where needed.
- Maintained accurate records of employee progress throughout the duration of their training experience.
- Identified key areas that could use improvement and implemented new processes, which increased efficiency.
- Evaluated employee performance during training sessions, offering constructive feedback to aid in skill development.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by staying up-to-date on relevant regulations and incorporating updates into existing training materials and facility policies accordingly.
Senior Support Care Assistant
St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center
07.2019 - 08.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing overall well-being and independence.
- Implemented individualized care plans, ensuring alignment with therapeutic goals and client preferences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate client progress and adjust treatment strategies.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client care and safety protocols, fostering a supportive environment.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Advocated for clients' needs, ensuring compliance with facility policies and maintaining a respectful atmosphere.
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in caregiving techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL06-1996
Skills
- Customer assistance
- Relationship building
- New hire training
- Coaching techniques
- Training delivery
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Data entry
Certification
- Certified BLS CPR Instructor, St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center - 2003-present
- SMART Summit Training, St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center - 2024-present
- Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor, St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center - 2024-present
- Certified BJH Training Center Faculty, St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center - 2024-present
Timeline
In-Service Trainer
St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center
07.2019 - Current
Senior Support Care Assistant
St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center
07.2019 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Southwestern Illinois College