Krista Metz
Amazonia,MO
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Specialist
Family Guidance Center
Saint Joseph, MO
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided case manager services to caseload of clients, including administering initial assessments and aiding with access of community resources
- Provided psychoeducation to clients about healthy coping skills, consequences of maladaptive coping behavior and medication adherence
- Participated in crisis interventions
- Assisted clients with job searches, budgeting, parenting skills, housing resources and other social services as needed
- Participated in daily/weekly team meetings to discuss case management strategies and review progress towards established goals
- Collaborated with various departments within and outside of the agency to provide optimal care to clients
Mental Health Technician
Northwest Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center
Saint Joseph, MO
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Aided patients with activities of daily living
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate quality care for clients
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior
- Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary
- Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Group Leader
Family Guidance Center
Saint Joseph, MO
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Taught at-risk youth life skills in an after-school program
- Administered medication to children in program and documented administration
- Safely transported children aged 4-12 to their homes using the company bus
- Collaborated with co-workers to develop and implement lesson plans and behavioral interventions
- Participated in staff meetings and integrated insights from those sessions into daily tasks
- Wrote daily progress notes on each child in the program for agency and insurance purposes
- Facilitated meetings with parents to discuss child's progress and to address any concerns on behalf of staff and/or parents
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO12-2015
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KSReferences
References available upon request.
Timeline
Community Support Specialist
Family Guidance Center
02.2023 - 08.2023
Mental Health Technician
Northwest Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center
10.2022 - 02.2023
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Group Leader
Family Guidance Center
01.2016 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Northwest Missouri State University
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Fort Hays State University
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