Kendrick Swanigan
Clyde,TX
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient outcomes, my tenure at Abilene State Supported Living Center honed my expertise in individualized treatment planning and emotional regulation. Leveraging cognitive behavioral therapy and exceptional communication skills, I've significantly improved patient care standards. My approach, blending critical thinking with empathy, has consistently fostered trust and psychological well-being in a challenging behavioral health environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Health Assistant
Abilene State Supported Living Center
03.2019 - Current
- Enhanced patient progress by implementing tailored behavioral plans and strategies.
- Maintained safety within the facility by closely monitoring patient interactions and intervening when necessary.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through active listening, empathy, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, facilitating optimal patient care.
- Conducted thorough observations of patient behavior, documenting findings for clinical review and treatment planning purposes.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay current on best practices in behavioral health intervention techniques.
- Assisted in reducing disruptive behaviors by providing consistent support and intervention techniques.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Assisted with patient restraint and scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Conducted regular training sessions for clients'' staff on life safety procedures, boosting knowledge and confidence in handling emergencies.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of all completed projects, facilitating smooth transitions between phases or handoffs between team members.
Behavior Coach
Abilene State Supported Living Center
08.2015 - 03.2019
- Promoted emotional regulation skills through mindfulness exercises and stress management techniques.
- Improved behavior by implementing tailored coaching strategies and interventions.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in behavioral coaching, resulting in consistent improvements across key metrics such as attendance and academic achievement.
- Conducted workshops management and conflict resolution for strengthening their ability to handle challenging situations.
Direct Care Worker
Abilene State Supported Living Center
03.2011 - 08.2015
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
Education
GED -
Dream Academy
Mineral Wells, TXSkills
- Emotional regulation
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Mental health support
- Individualized treatment planning
- Suicide prevention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Behavioral assessment
- Geriatric behavioral health
- Problem-solving
- Trauma-informed care
- Behavior observation
- Relationship building
- Case documentation
- Behavior management
- Crisis intervention
- Data confidentiality
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Basic computer skills
- Construction safety
- Electrical safety
- Safety audits
- Hazard identification
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Personal protective equipment
- Incident investigation
- Accident prevention
- Emergency response planning
- Fire alarm systems
- Building codes
- Workplace safety inspections
- Project coordination
- Safety hazards analysis
- Trend analysis
- Information security
Timeline
Behavior Health Assistant
Abilene State Supported Living Center
03.2019 - Current
Behavior Coach
Abilene State Supported Living Center
08.2015 - 03.2019
Direct Care Worker
Abilene State Supported Living Center
03.2011 - 08.2015
GED -
Dream Academy
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