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Naheema Bass

Jersey City,NJ

Summary

Compassionate Mental Health Worker with strong dedication to helping individuals needing mental health support. Skilled in providing patient-centered care and evidence-based interventions. Possesses a deep understanding of mental health and behavioral sciences with the ability to utilize knowledge to assist individuals in managing mental health challenges.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Worker

RWJ Barnabas Health
09.2020 - Current
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.

Receptionist

LIV Unltd
03.2018 - 03.2020
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.
  • Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
  • Kept front desk and lobby clean, clutter-free and orderly to present attractive atmosphere.
  • Recorded equipment, facility and janitorial issues to facilitate maintenance.
  • Monitored check-ins to identify residents

Sales Associate

New York & Company
11.2017 - 03.2018
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.

Consultative Sales Associate

Sears Home Improvement
08.2016 - 11.2016
  • Identified prospects' needs and provided information on suitable products and services.
  • Upsold warranties and maintenance plans to customers purchasing merchandise.
  • Researched inventory to determine if requested products were available.
  • Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.

Education

Master of Science - Human Services

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
09.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Kean University
Jersey City, NJ
05.2020

High School Diploma -

County Prep High School
Jersey City, NJ
06.2015

Skills

  • Therapeutic Intervention
  • Patient Observation
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Taking and Recording Vital Signs
  • De-escalation Techniques
  • Adapt to Diverse Groups
  • Multi-Tasking Strength
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Compassionate Caregiving

Timeline

Mental Health Worker

RWJ Barnabas Health
09.2020 - Current

Receptionist

LIV Unltd
03.2018 - 03.2020

Sales Associate

New York & Company
11.2017 - 03.2018

Consultative Sales Associate

Sears Home Improvement
08.2016 - 11.2016

Master of Science - Human Services

Walden University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Kean University

High School Diploma -

County Prep High School
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