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Keyasia D. Smith

Willingboro

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate psychiatric aide with a proven track record of excelling in crisis intervention and patient assessment. Skilled in facilitating engaging group discussions and advocating for mental health awareness, I am dedicated to enhancing patient recovery through emotional support and effective behavior management strategies.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psyciatric Aide

Buttonwood Behavioral Hospital
Pemberton
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Facilitated group discussions among psychiatric patients about relevant topics such as coping mechanisms and stress management techniques.
  • Assisted psychiatrists in preparing reports regarding patient status and progress toward recovery goals.
  • Doing vitals on all patients.
  • Conducting routine room evaluations, logging patient belongings into the system, and doing 1:1 observations and security for high-risk patients.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to individuals struggling with mental health issues.
  • Acted as an advocate for the rights of individuals living with mental health conditions.

Certified Medical Assistant

Balance Choice Care
Brooklyn
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examination.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.

Volunteer Activity Aide

Active Day Adult Day Care
Hamilton
04.2022 - 01.2024
  • Developed creative ways to engage residents who had difficulty focusing on specific tasks.
  • Organized special events such as birthday celebrations and holiday parties.
  • Promoted socialization among the elderly by facilitating interactive games and engaging conversations.
  • Helped residents find meaningful hobbies that could be pursued at their own pace.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that the needs of all participants are met.
  • Kept detailed records of each participant's progress throughout the program period.
  • Assisted with planning and implementing activities for elderly residents, including art classes, music therapy, and physical exercise.

Education

High School Diploma -

Nottingham Highschool North
Hamilton , NJ
06-2020

Some College (No Degree) - Psychobiology Mental Health Counciling

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH

Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Patient assessment
  • Mental health advocacy
  • Emotional support
  • Group facilitation
  • Activity planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Mental health awareness
  • Vital signs documentation
  • Direct patient care
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Family education
  • Psychosocial rehabilitation
  • Suicide risk assessment

Certification

  • Cpr Certified

Timeline

Psyciatric Aide

Buttonwood Behavioral Hospital
10.2024 - 05.2025

Certified Medical Assistant

Balance Choice Care
05.2024 - 07.2024

Volunteer Activity Aide

Active Day Adult Day Care
04.2022 - 01.2024

High School Diploma -

Nottingham Highschool North

Some College (No Degree) - Psychobiology Mental Health Counciling

Southern New Hampshire University

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