Keisha Boone
Jackson,NC
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. Caring Residential Counselor with experience supporting independence through daily living skills coaching. Diligent when enhancing residents' mental health and social needs. Focused on meeting resident life plan goals by teaching positive habits, safety tips, and time management. Dedicated to encouraging well-suited hobbies and leisure activities. Personable, amiable and open communication style paired with excellent interpersonal, critical thinking,g, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Counselor
JAckson Feild Behavorial Health Services
Jarratt, VA
08.2021 - Current
- Responded to crises quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine the level of assistance needed.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss updates on client progress as well as strategies for improvement.
- Developed therapeutic relationships by providing emotional support and positive reinforcement to clients.
- Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
- Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
- Conferred with medical personnel to understand the backgrounds and needs of residents.
- Conducted regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Conferred with medical personnel to better understand the backgrounds and needs of individual residents.
- Provided information on resident progress and development of case plans.
- Adhered strictly to confidentiality policies regarding client information at all times.
- Fostered relationships with residents and worked with new residents to optimize acclimation and ease the transition to the new living environment.
- Collaborated with other counselors to develop programs that address the needs of residents.
- Developed and deepened relationships with residents and fellow staff.
- Assisted with crisis intervention services when needed.
- Implemented behavioral interventions designed to modify or reduce problematic behaviors.
- Enforced rules and regulations for the smooth and orderly operation of residential programs.
- Mediated interpersonal problems between residents.
- Facilitated group meetings, activities, and workshops for clients to help them develop social and interpersonal skills.
- Made regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Responded promptly to any emergencies that may arise within the residence.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Elizbeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Kept classrooms clean, tidy and well stocked with supplies while ensuring they met health standards.
- Provided a safe, secure and nurturing environment for the children.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime including setting up equipment and organizing games or crafts.
- Kept class space organized, clean and learning-focused for optimal student development.
- Monitored children in classroom spaces, common areas and on playground to maintain optimal safety.
- Encouraged students to interact positively and calmly solve disputes.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance and direction when necessary.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Provided individual attention to each child based on their needs using appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Modeled good behaviors for students and maintained classroom discipline.
- Encouraged creative thinking through art projects, storytelling and music appreciation activities.
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities for children to learn new skills.
- Instructed children in personal hygiene habits such as hand washing, toileting, teeth brushing.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Assisted in preparing nutritious snacks and lunches according to dietary guidelines.
- Read books aloud to encourage language development while helping students understand story structure.
- Respected cultural and familial backgrounds of different children with personalized approach to childcare.
- Enhanced student learning by teaching foundational skills in letter, number and color recognition.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Maintained safety and security of up to eight children, reducing minor mishaps with stringent supervision and basic safety protocols.
- Attended to lunch periods to help children open food packages and monitor activities
- Tutored and mentored school children to provide additional learning opportunities.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Enhanced academic, social and emotional learning with use of structured playtime and unstructured free play.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Chowan University
Murfreesboro, NC05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NCSkills
- Safety Management
- Patient Education
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Crisis Management
- Effective Communication
- Incident Reporting
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Group Activities
- Behavioral Intervention Plans
- Life Skills Development
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- CPR
- First Aide
- Mant Certification
Affiliations
- Gym
- Reading
- Self-Care
Timeline
Residential Counselor
JAckson Feild Behavorial Health Services
08.2021 - Current
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Elizbeth City State University
02.2016 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Chowan University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Elizabeth City State University
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