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Melodie Howes Blaze

Brownsburg,IN

Summary

A highly motivated CPSP and student pursuing a BS in Psychology trained in crisis response strategies seeking additional opportunities for skill development in healthcare. Recently trained in reintroducing

calm to emotionally-charged crisis situations. Skilled in reflective listening, relationship-building and collaborative problem-solving. Dedicated to offering meaningful assistance and influencing individuals seeking assistance.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Assistant

Brownsburg Community School
07.2025 - Current


  • Assisted in developing and implementing engaging lesson plans for diverse preschool curriculum.
  • Supported classroom management by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with lead teachers to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Maintained organized classroom materials and resources to enhance educational experiences.
  • Facilitated small group activities to promote social skills and cooperative play among students.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student development and classroom activities.

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Aspire Indiana Health
03.2024 - 02.2025

Reduced case processing time for clients by streamlining assessment procedures

and documentation processes.


Managed high-stress situations calmly, effectively deescalating conflicts and

addressing client concerns.


Developed effective community partnerships to ensure seamless referral pathways

and increased support options for clients in crisis.

Triaged and responded to telephone mental health crisis intervention.


Improved client outcomes with comprehensive risk assessments, safety planning,

and resource allocation.

Barista

Starbucks
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • As a barista I have been trained to engage with and understand customers, as well as meet their needs by making beverages both according to recipes and to the customer's taste.
  • Other duties I have performed as a barista include, maintaining a clean and safe work area, handling monetary transactions securely, and maintaining punctuality.

Graters Ice Cream
05.2022 - 04.2023
  • First high school place of employment.
  • As a high school employee I was trained to manage a team during busy shifts to ensure that the need of both the customer and the team were met.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Indiana Univerity East
Richmond, IN
03-2028

High School Diploma -

Achieve Virtual Education Academy
Indianapolis, IN
06-2024

Skills

    Mental health awareness

    Clinical Documentation

    Emergency Management

    Client Confidentiality

    Suicide Prevention

    De-Escalation Techniques

    Patient relationship management

    Community Referrals

    Referral Coordination

    Vulnerability and risk assessment

    Crisis handling

    Teamwork and Collaboration

    Problem-Solving

Timeline

Instructional Assistant

Brownsburg Community School
07.2025 - Current

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Aspire Indiana Health
03.2024 - 02.2025

Barista

Starbucks
08.2023 - 02.2024

Graters Ice Cream
05.2022 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Indiana Univerity East

High School Diploma -

Achieve Virtual Education Academy