Kcy Tavernier
Coos Bay,OR
Summary
Dynamic mental health professional with proven expertise in crisis intervention and mental health services. Excelled in employing CBT and DBT techniques, demonstrating exceptional empathy and communication skills. Achieved notable improvements in client quality of life and employability, leveraging critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IIBHT/MRSS Skills Trainer
Coos Health and Wellness
03.2023 - Current
- Worked as part of mental health treatment team providing in-home and crisis based mental health services to high acuity youth in local community.
- Connected with youth and families to identify mental health needs and incorporate them into treatment plan goals for reducing negative mental health symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Collaborates with other mental health providers to routinely evaluate health, safety risks, and administer appropriate crisis planning and intervention.
- Utilized techniques based in CBT and DBT to teach youth skills ranging from behavioral intervention and emotional management to communication and personal development.
Employment Specialist
Mental Health Association of South Western Oregon
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Effectively managed a case load of job seeking clients with mental health conditions.
- Assisted clients with completing job applications and submitting resumes to improve interview chances.
- Established strong relationships with local employers to match clients with suitable job opportunities.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance for clients during their job search, leading to increased confidence and motivation.
- Enhanced client employability by conducting thorough assessments and identifying individual strengths and weaknesses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06-2019
Skills
- Ability to be empathetic towards and understanding of all circumstances relating to human condition
- Ability to learn and implement different mental health treatment tools based on client needs
- Ability to evaluate efficacy and statistical significance of research studies
- Responds to criticism with eagerness to learn
- Communication Effectiveness
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Qualified Mental Health Associate
Timeline
IIBHT/MRSS Skills Trainer
Coos Health and Wellness
03.2023 - Current
Employment Specialist
Mental Health Association of South Western Oregon
12.2021 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Oregon
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