Hi, I’m
Melvina Dismuke
Chicago,IL
Summary
Skilled Behavioral Health Technician proficient in best practices and requirements of behavioral health programs, as well as successful support strategies and skill-building exercises. Dedicated to assisting clients with improving daily living through avoidance of harmful substances and ongoing support. Dependable and ethical with superior work ethic. Seasoned Social Worker specializing in situational assessments, conflict resolution and effective communication. Services clients to promote optimum mental, emotional and behavioral health in collaboration with other members of health care team. Demonstrates psycho-social assessment, treatment planning and advocacy skills. Team-oriented collaborator with reliability and focus on equitable task distribution through group projects and motivation to accomplish mutually held goals. Process-oriented student with detailed approach to project completion and subject exploration. Enthusiastic Student with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Addus Home Health CareChicago, IL
Behavioral Health Technician
01.2021 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Documented behavioral incidents thoroughly to keep accurate records.
- Followed standard admissions procedures and documentation requirements for all client intakes.
- Educated clients on important life skills, including housekeeping and food preparation.
- Maintained all client and employee areas in good working order and with adequate supplies.
- Completed patient reports daily and submitted to management for evaluation.
- Effectively managed daily charting for each patient.
- Communicated with clients and families in professional and respectful manner, effectively building lasting relationships.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Interviewed clients to conduct behavioral health assessments.
- Developed and deepened relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss life events in order to help each person develop personal and relational insights.
- Collected, recorded and summarized data on client behavior and assisted family with applying treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
- Maintained and completed required documentation and reports to comply with clinical programming.
- Maintained objective session notes and accurate records to organize, model and review behavior as well as progress information.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans to motivate and help clients reach highest potential.
- Maintained safe, organized and therapeutic environment to enhance patient comfort.
- Incorporated Applied Behavior Analysis therapy interventions and techniques to support individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
- Visited client home, school or social setting to run discrete trials or shape verbal behavior while recording real-time data using technology platform.
- Liaised with colleagues and staff to understand client case history, identify specific treatment needs and coordinate implementation of treatment related activities.
- Administered direct client care using intensive teaching and natural environment training to follow and apply prescribed behavioral skill acquisition.
- Assessed and evaluated client needs to deliver appropriate level of care in treatment continuum.
- Collaborated with cross-functional treatment team to develop and facilitate skill acquisition and behavior reduction assessments to establish care plan.
- Attended insightful in-service training, workshops, seminars and other learning experiences to develop and maintain professional and clinical skills.
- Accurately documented all observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Community Care Systems, Inc.Homewood, IL
Direct Support Professional
08.2019 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Trinity Healthcare CenterJoliet, IL
Activity Aide
09.2017 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Visited with residents to enhance sensory stimulation and reality orientation and meet individual needs as outlined in activity care plan.
- Planned and implemented activity programs, special events and outings for residents to improve cognitive functions and emotional and mental health.
- Encouraged full participation in activities from all attendees, which helped drive excitement.
- Assisted resident with maintaining personal hygiene and grooming to optimize dignity and self-esteem.
- Reported hazardous conditions to supervisor or nurse to maximize safety and well-being of residents.
- Documented daily activities and intake in nursing notes, care plans and communication books to fulfill state requirements.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing and grooming, allowing residents to maintain independence and dignity.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises to help residents regain strength and mobility.
- Administered medications and gave reminders to manage resident health and wellbeing.
Education
University of PhoenixTempe, AZ
Associate Degree In Nursing from Nursing Science
01.2027
Skills
- Incident reporting
- Log updating
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Work ethic
- Leadership
- Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Observation
- Social skill development
- Behavioral Support Plans
- Self-management
- Client goal planning
- Tracking client progress
- Concise time management
- Superior communication skills
- Creative problem solving
- POS system expertise
- Problem resolution
- MS Office
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Personable
- Data gathering
- Behavior monitoring
Certification
- DCA - Direct Care Aide
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Addus Home Health Care
01.2021 - 01.2023
Direct Support Professional
Community Care Systems, Inc.
08.2019 - 12.2021
Activity Aide
Trinity Healthcare Center
09.2017 - 07.2019
University of Phoenix
Associate Degree In Nursing from Nursing Science