Kimberlyn Shelton
Bay Shore,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with a background in mental illness and developmental disabilities seeking a challenging position as a Treatment Team Leader at a Mental Health facility. Experienced in providing person-centered care, developing individualized treatment plans, and leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure the well-being and quality of life of individuals with complex needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Residential Services
OMH - State of New York Office Of Mental Health
04.2023 - Current
- Lead a team of clinicians, therapists, and support staff in providing comprehensive care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities and mental illness
- Provided clinical supervision and mentorship to staff members, ensuring adherence to best practices and ethical guidelines
- Identifying program adversity using databased tools
- Work in collaboration with the clinical team to ensure guidance is developed for the health of the organization
- Facilitate education and trainings
- Established and maintained partnerships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and regulatory agencies
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
- Led efforts to enhance program effectiveness and client outcomes through continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Residential Program Manager 2
OMH - State of New York Office Of Mental Health
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Monitor program site to ensure that program policies and procedures are followed, and New York State certification is maintained
- Supervise household management and budgeting in accordance with program standards and guidelines
- Ensure that all staff are following suicide and safety care protocols and safety plans
- Follow data and reporting tools to assess the client needs.
Residential Program Specialist
OMH - State of New York Office Of Mental Health
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Take the lead in coordinating the admission and discharge planning process including entering data electronically
- Ensure resident understanding of program requirements and monitors compliance
- Provide behavioral intervention, case and crisis management with follow-ups as needed
- Participate in planning and evaluation of service plans
- Notify program manager or program director of all emergencies.
Residential Program Assistant 2
OMH - State of New York Office Of Mental Health
07.2016 - 10.2018
- Maintaining all care records following company policy and auditing care records to ensure accuracy
- Responding to medical or safety issues as needed
- Communicating any problems or issues to the family members of the residents
- Making sure all residents take medications as directed by the physician.
Mental Health Therapy Aide
OMH - State of New York Office Of Mental Health
04.2016 - 07.2016
- Reporting concerns about resident’s behavior or mental state to their supervisors
- Monitoring residents’ behavior to make sure they are safe
- Helping residents with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and other personal care.
Direct Support Assistant
OPWDD - New York State Long Island Developmental Disabilities Services Office
04.2002 - 04.2016
- Assist individuals with personal hygiene care, toileting, lifts and transfers, dining, dressing, and meal preparation
- Coach and encourage individuals to develop daily living skills.
Education
Master of Art Psychology -
NORTHCENTRAL UNIVERSITY
10.2021
Bachelor of Science Healthcare Administration -
BRIARCLIFFE COLLEGE
08.2013
Skills
- Fast learner
- Motivated to learn and teach
- Excellent communicator
- Team player
- Ability to work well independently
Crisis Management
Resident Engagement
Certification
Opioids overdose prevention
Person Centered Care
Supporting Recovery with Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT)
Timeline
Assistant Director of Residential Services
OMH - State of New York Office Of Mental Health
04.2023 - Current
Residential Program Manager 2
OMH - State of New York Office Of Mental Health
12.2021 - 04.2023
Residential Program Specialist
OMH - State of New York Office Of Mental Health
10.2018 - 12.2021
Residential Program Assistant 2
OMH - State of New York Office Of Mental Health
07.2016 - 10.2018
Mental Health Therapy Aide
OMH - State of New York Office Of Mental Health
04.2016 - 07.2016
Direct Support Assistant
OPWDD - New York State Long Island Developmental Disabilities Services Office
04.2002 - 04.2016
Master of Art Psychology -
NORTHCENTRAL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science Healthcare Administration -
BRIARCLIFFE COLLEGE
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