Melissa Stissi
Massapequa
Summary
Experienced Behavioral Aide at South Oaks Hospital, skilled in crisis intervention and behavioral assessment. Excelled in fostering therapeutic relationships and implementing behavior modification strategies, enhancing patient outcomes by 30%. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating strong problem-solving aptitude and effective written communication. Proficient in de-escalation techniques and patient documentation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Aide
South Oaks Hospital
09.2012 - 08.2025
- Provided individualized support to patients, fostering therapeutic relationships and promoting emotional well-being.
- Assisted in implementing behavior modification strategies tailored to patient needs and treatment goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and review care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient behavior, documenting changes and reporting significant developments to clinical staff.
- Implemented crisis prevention techniques to de-escalate challenging situations, maintaining safety for all involved parties.
- Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
Education
Babylon High Schoo;
Babylon, NY01-2010
Skills
- Behavioral assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Patient documentation
- Treatment planning
- Restraint implementation
- Patient restraint protocols
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Patient assessment
- Written communication
- De-escalation techniques
Timeline
Behavioral Aide
South Oaks Hospital
09.2012 - 08.2025
Babylon High Schoo;