KHRISTAL E. BARNETT
Los Angeles,CA
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.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Worker
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
Los Angeles, USA
01.2018 - Current
- Provide client support services while assisting supervisors and program staff with administrative and operational activities supporting behavioral health program services.
- Enter and maintain client and program data in the Integrated Behavioral Health Information System (IBHIS) and review documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental procedures.
- Generate operational reports, including the IBHIS 270 report, and compile program statistics used by supervisors to monitor service delivery and program activities.
- Collect, track, and compile unit operational data such as staff mileage logs and assist supervisors with preparing reports used for program oversight and administrative review.
- Maintain and organize program files, records, and logs by scanning, uploading, and managing documentation within electronic systems to support records management and program reporting.
- Coordinate meetings, maintain schedules, and assist with communication among supervisors, program staff, and partner departments.
- Assist with development and implementation of the Maternal Mental Health Program, including reviewing client records to determine program eligibility and ensure compliance with program guidelines.
- Assist with program planning and preliminary budget development for maternal mental health services supporting pregnant women experiencing mental illness.
- Collect and compile program information and prepare reports and correspondence related to program activities and services for supervisory review.
- Supported daily office operations by answering phones, directing inquiries, and assisting staff.
- Supported psychiatric social workers in case management by linking clients to community resources and coordinating referrals to essential support services.
- Provide advocacy and resource coordination for clients experiencing mental health and physical health challenges.
- Provide support and referrals for expecting mothers and families receiving behavioral health services.
- Facilitated weekly support groups for mothers with postpartum depression, fostering a supportive environment for sharing experiences and coping strategies.
- Provide rehabilitation support to clients including budgeting assistance, social skills development, and modeling appropriate interactions with employers, educators, and housing providers.
- Augustus F. Hawkins Mental Health Center
Paraeducator
Los Angeles County Office of Education
Los Angeles, USA
01.2005 - 01.2017
- Provided individualized academic and behavioral support to students with disabilities including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, and physical impairments.
- Assisted teachers with classroom instruction and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Collected student performance data and provided feedback to instructional staff.
- Assisted with preparation of instructional materials and classroom resources.
- Maintained classroom records and operated office and audio-visual equipment.
- Knob Hill Adult School
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA06-2027
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Data management
- Program coordination
- Community outreach
- Report preparation
- Individualized support
Timeline
Community Health Worker
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
01.2018 - Current
Paraeducator
Los Angeles County Office of Education
01.2005 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, Dominguez Hills