Leslie Kline
Cabot,PA
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Over seven years of experience in the field of behavioral analysis. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication and social skills. Specialties include teaching coping skills and early intervention with emotional support that can prevent a crisis .
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL English Teacher
Vipkid Online Teaching-Beijing, China
10.2017 - Current
- Made learning grammar fun by involving problem-solving and language play.
- Required spoken and written student responses to contexts to increase reading comprehension.
- Guided students to write for varied purposes and audiences to develop writing skills.
- Designed clear and creative learning materials to promote student engagement in pronunciation exercises.
Psychiatric Technician
Merakey
Russellton, PA
01.2008 - 10.2015
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Educated family members on effective strategies for supporting loved ones dealing with mental health issues.
- Assisted psychiatrists in the assessment of patient behavior and provided feedback to the treatment team.
- Utilized therapeutic techniques such as positive reinforcement or distraction methods when working with agitated patients.
Education
Master of Arts - Creative Writing/Poetry
Chatham University
Pittsburgh, PA12-2015
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ-online Classroom05-2008
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Mental Health Support
- Direct Patient Care
- De-Escalation Techniques
Affiliations
I am very close with my family and friends. I also love animals and live on a farm. I enjoy reading, writing poetry, traveling, and playing games.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ESL English Teacher
Vipkid Online Teaching-Beijing, China
10.2017 - Current
Psychiatric Technician
Merakey
01.2008 - 10.2015
Master of Arts - Creative Writing/Poetry
Chatham University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
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