Lauren Becraft
Port Jervis,NY
Summary
Dynamic Community Habilitation Worker with a proven track record at Access Supports For Living, adept at developing behavior intervention plans and facilitating client transitions. Skilled in client advocacy and social skills training, I enhance individual well-being through personalized support and effective communication, ensuring safety and promoting independence for at-risk individuals.
Experienced with providing compassionate and effective care in community settings. Utilizes strong interpersonal and organizational skills to support individuals in achieving personal milestones. Track record of fostering positive relationships and promoting independence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COMMUNITY HABILITATION WORKER
Access Supports For Living
08.2005 - Current
- Developed effective behavior intervention plans with clinical staff, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate client progress and update habilitation plans.
- Facilitated client transitions between care levels by coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
- Performed risk assessments in residential settings to identify hazards and recommend safety modifications.
Residential Counselor
Rehabilitation Support Services
06.1999 - 05.2013
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
- Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of all residents while adhering to established protocols.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to provide additional support services.
- Coordinated recreational activities for residents, fostering social interaction and positive group dynamics.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans, improving residents'' progress.
- Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Rockland High School
Stony Point, NY01-1980
Skills
- Transportation assistance
- Client advocacy
- Social skills training
- Individualized support
- Meal planning
- Community integration
- Recreational activities
- Disability awareness
- Nutrition
- Personal care assistance
- Adaptive equipment use
- Housekeeping assistance
Certification
Renewal Certification for 1st Aide and CPR IN 02/25.
JMHCA Distinguished Service Awards in Mental Health Services on 10/14/ 2022
Assisted consumers with developing and utilizing advocacy and problem solving skills. Encouraged consumers to practice coping skills to assist them with managing upsets and symptoms of anxiety via modeling technique's .
Timeline
COMMUNITY HABILITATION WORKER
Access Supports For Living
08.2005 - Current
Residential Counselor
Rehabilitation Support Services
06.1999 - 05.2013
High School Diploma -
North Rockland High School
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