Kayla Dayton
Woodland Hills,CA
Summary
Results-driven management professional with proven track record of leading successful programs and initiatives. Known for fostering collaboration and achieving impactful outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in strategic planning and team leadership.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Director
Vogue Recovery Center
03.2022 - 03.2025
- Led interdisciplinary case conferences, fostering collaboration among team members for better client outcomes
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior
- Facilitated psychoeducational and Life skill groups
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes
- Administered patient medications and tracked dosages
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment approaches as needed to optimize outcomes
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to create comprehensive treatment plans for clients
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress for accurate reporting and effective communication among the treatment team
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients
- Charted on each patient daily
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation services, ensuring safety of all involved parties
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Collaborated closely with executive leadership to develop strategic plans for long-term growth.
- Designed customized training programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills in key areas of responsibility.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Novo Detox
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Served as a liaison between the treatment team, clients'' families, schools, employers, and other relevant stakeholders for seamless coordination of services.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved client self-management and reduced disruptive behaviors.
- Facilitated family support groups, providing education on mental health conditions and empowering families to advocate for their loved ones'' needs effectively.
- Supervised and mentored junior Behavioral Health Technicians for professional development and skill improvement.
- Promoted a positive therapeutic environment by consistently modeling appropriate behaviors and interactions with clients.
- Increased client engagement by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to individual needs.
- Led interdisciplinary case conferences, fostering collaboration among team members for better client outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation services, ensuring safety of all involved parties.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, establishing trust and encouraging open dialogue about their experiences and challenges.
- Assisted in coordinating community outreach events, raising awareness about mental health issues affecting local populations.
- Supported clients in developing skills for daily living, encouraging independence and overall wellbeing.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the organization by identifying areas of opportunity based on client feedback and evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized behavioral treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in behavioral health treatment methodologies.
- Conducted regular risk assessments on clients to ensure early identification of potential concerns or crises.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress for accurate reporting and effective communication among the treatment team.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to foster healthy communication and coping skills among clients.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment approaches as needed to optimize outcomes.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
Brake Operator
Best Buy Metals
01.2019 - 02.2021
- My job responsibilities included manufacturing metal roofing trim, assisting in design of custom trim, utilizing and maintaining automated machinery, as well as customer service, shipping and receiving, forklift operations and occupational data entry
- Spotted [Number] locomotives to rearrange and switch per [Timespan]
- Uphold quality standards by conducting visual and dimensional inspections of finished products before dispatching them to customers
- Performed quality checks on parts using tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures and squares
- Conducted detailed inspections of locomotives to identify malfunctions or damages
- Prioritized railcars to spot, switch and load by reviewing rail track list
Behavioral Health Technician
Oasis Recovery Centers, Oasis Addiction Counseling
09.2015 - 12.2018
- My other duties included administrative and patient assessment tasks
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies
- Facilitated group sessions, fostering a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and discuss coping strategies
- Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety
- Enhanced patient engagement in their treatment plan through active listening and empathetic communication skills
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, enabling effective adjustments to treatment plans as needed
- Implemented psychoeducational activities that promoted skill-building, self-awareness, and healthy coping mechanisms
- Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians joining the team, sharing best practices and helping them acclimate quickly to their new role responsibilities
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic health record systems for efficient data entry and retrieval purposes related to clinical documentation requirements within the field of behavioral health
- Utilized creative problem-solving abilities to address complex patient needs and overcome barriers to treatment success, all while maintaining a high level of professionalism and ethical conduct
Education
Addiction Studies Associate - Addiction Studies
Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA05-2026
Skills
- Relationship building
- Effective leader
- Program leadership
- Staff development
- Strategic leadership
- Organizational leadership
- Policy implementation
- Operations oversight
- Strategic planning
- Task delegation
- Group and individual instruction
- Budgeting and financial management
- Compliance management
- Staff management
- Training and development
- Recruitment and hiring
- Coaching and mentoring
- Staff training
- Documentation and reporting
Certification
- RADT- R1605510325
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Program Director
Vogue Recovery Center
03.2022 - 03.2025
Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Novo Detox
03.2020 - 02.2022
Brake Operator
Best Buy Metals
01.2019 - 02.2021
Behavioral Health Technician
Oasis Recovery Centers, Oasis Addiction Counseling
09.2015 - 12.2018
Addiction Studies Associate - Addiction Studies
Pierce College
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