Megan Uczynski
Shillington,PA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated graduate counseling student with extensive experience in mental health intervention and substance use support. Skilled in conducting risk assessments, responding to crises, and forming strong therapeutic alliances with clients. Demonstrates advanced cultural competence and excels in building rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Highly motivated to take on new challenges and contribute meaningfully to a clinical team, bringing strong communication, collaboration, and reflective practice skills to both staff and client interactions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Acadia/Tower Behavioral Health
05.2023 - Current
- Deliver compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability.
- Contributes to continuous quality improvement initiatives within the facility, enhancing overall service and patient satisfaction levels.
- Supports patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
- Manages crisis situations effectively, deescalating conflicts and maintaining a calm atmosphere within the facility.
Residential Treatment House Manager
Thornbury Farmhouse
02.2019 - 11.2023
- Improved communication between treatment teams by facilitating regular meetings focused on sharing updates and discussing challenges collaboratively.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to a create safe and supportive environment.
- Educated families on mental health conditions and available resources, empowering them to better support their loved one’s journey towards wellness.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA05-2027
Bachelor Of Arts - Psychology
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA05.2008
High School Diploma -
Governor Mifflin Senior High School
Shillington, PA06.2004
Skills
- Mental Health Support
- Group facilitation
- Case Documentation
- Therapeutic Treatment
- Needs Assessment
- Rapport Building
- Active Listening
- Handle with Care Deescalation
- Goal Setting
- Issue and Complaint Resolution
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Inducted into the National Counseling Honor Society - Chi Sigma Iota April 2025
- Vice President of Millersville University’s Student Senate ‘07-‘08
- Recording Secretary of Millersville University’s Student Senate ‘04-‘05
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Acadia/Tower Behavioral Health
05.2023 - Current
Residential Treatment House Manager
Thornbury Farmhouse
02.2019 - 11.2023
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor Of Arts - Psychology
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Governor Mifflin Senior High School
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