Kenlee Wescott
Denver,CO
Summary
Competent and knowledgeable student eager to learn more about Psychology, patient care, psychiatric disorders, and therapeutic treatment. Skilled Mental Health technician with a commitment of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Hardworking and passionate student with strong organizational skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Highlands Behavioral Health System
04.2023 - Current
- Improve patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies. Assisting patients with their trauma, urges or emotions.
- Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
- Facilitate psychoeducational groups, fostering a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and discuss coping strategies.
- Above all I ensure patient safety by completing patient observation rounds, knowledge of patient precautions, and environmental checks.
- Worked with as many as 30 patients at a time,
Victim's Advocate
Alternatives To Violence
01.2022 - 04.2023
- After completing 250 hours of an unpaid internship from July to December, I was hired to work as a victims advocate with Alternatives to Violence. Working with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
- Supported victims, family members and witnesses through law enforcement, healthcare and social services.
- During my time there I took over the safe house group, once a week working with clients who were willing to come, listen and share.
- Worked with families with children as a youth advocate. I had the pleasure of working with many demographics and socioeconomic levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical/Counseling Psychology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.2023
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Intervention
- Empathetic
- Conflict De-Escalation
- Self-Regulation
- Inquisitive
- Exceptional Work Ethic
- Thrive in a structured and high-stress environment
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Highlands Behavioral Health System
04.2023 - Current
Victim's Advocate
Alternatives To Violence
01.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Clinical/Counseling Psychology
Colorado State University
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