Kimberlee Burke
Topeka,KS
Summary
Experienced in crisis intervention for over 15 years, consistently providing timely and effective support to clients navigating mental health crises. Expertise in utilizing strong communication and de-escalation skills to effectively manage high-stress situations. Natural ability to display empathy and problem-solving skills, always ready to tackle new challenges and advance skill set to better serve those in need.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Crisis and Recovery Shift Supervisor
Family Service and Guidance Center
09.2023 - Current
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Schedule and interview prospective employees.
- Provided ongoing support to employees during challenging situations, offering guidance on problem-solving techniques for improved efficiency outcomes.
- Reduced employee turnover rate by fostering a positive work environment and addressing staff concerns promptly.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Enhanced client stability by providing immediate crisis intervention and assessment services during emergency situations.
Crisis Attendant Care Provider
Family Service And Guidance Center
06.2014 - 09.2023
- Provide one on one support for clients experiencing psychiatric crisis.
- Assist client with learning skills established by current treatment team.
- Complete clinical documentation daily.
- Maintain client confidentiality.
- De-escalation support to assist client in stabilization and return to baseline.
- Adhere to policies and procedures
- Assist client in finding and utilizing their own coping skills and reaching their personal goals.
Lead Teacher Toddler Room
First Christian Church Child Care Center
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for all children.
Paraprofessional, Special Education
Capital City High School
08.2009 - 10.2016
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to behavioral students to enable positive learning.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted in maintaining a respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Tailored lesson plans for students.
- Ran a BASR room in a locked down area for students who were unable to maintain in their assigned classroom.
- Provided a calm therapeutic environment where students felt relaxed and able to return to baseline.
- Supervised students in after school detention then drove them home.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Topeka West High School
Topeka, KS1992
Skills
- Effective Communication Skills
- Multitasking and Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Dependable Team Member
- Employee training
- Staff management
- Team Motivation Strategies
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Scheduling coordination
- Continuous improvement
- Shift reporting
- Problem-solving
- Staff supervision
- Role modeling
- Team-building activities
Accomplishments
I have been recognized multiple times for going Above and Beyond my job duties.
Certification
MAB certification- focus on proper restraints and verbal blending. Re-certification yearly.
CPR/AED certification- Re-certification every 2 years on the hands on portion but yearly on first aid and CPR.
MANDT certification- similar to MAB and was certified from August 2009-Aug 2017.
Timeline
Youth Crisis and Recovery Shift Supervisor
Family Service and Guidance Center
09.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher Toddler Room
First Christian Church Child Care Center
11.2018 - 07.2019
Crisis Attendant Care Provider
Family Service And Guidance Center
06.2014 - 09.2023
Paraprofessional, Special Education
Capital City High School
08.2009 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Topeka West High School
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