Lorraine Nelson
Youth Care Specialist
Lawton,Oklahoma
Summary
Compassionate professional focused on mental health support and behavior management. Experienced in facilitating training sessions and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective care strategies that promote individual growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Care Specialist
Marie Detty
Lawton, OK
04.2020 - Current
- Facilitated daily activities and group sessions for youth, promoting engagement and social skills development.
- Implemented behavior management strategies, utilizing positive reinforcement techniques to support individual growth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored care plans addressing each youth's unique needs.
- Monitored and documented behavioral observations, ensuring accurate records for assessments and progress tracking.
Unit Coordinator
Marie Detty
Lawton, OK
04.2020 - Current
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and collaboration among staff.
- Managed scheduling and resource allocation for efficient unit operations and patient care delivery.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to improve workflow efficiency and compliance.
- Trained new staff on protocols, policies, and software systems to ensure operational consistency.
Health Care Coordinator
Searchlight
Lawton, OK
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Coordinated patient care services to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery.
- Developed and implemented care plans in collaboration with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes.
- Streamlined communication processes among interdisciplinary teams to improve patient information flow.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff on best practices in patient coordination and care management.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Cameron University
Lawton, OK05-2025
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
Lawton, OK05-1994
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Self-care techniques
- Positive reinforcement
- Mental health support
Certification
I am a certified Medication Tech., also certified in basic CPR and life support. I am certified in MAB training(Managing Aggressive Behavior).
Timeline
Youth Care Specialist
Marie Detty
04.2020 - Current
Unit Coordinator
Marie Detty
04.2020 - Current
Health Care Coordinator
Searchlight
01.2015 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science -
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Cameron University
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School