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Naquan McAllister

Ewing

Summary

Dedicated and empathetic mental health worker with over 10 years of experience supporting diverse populations across educational, clinical, and community settings. Recognized for strong leadership and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively. Adept at team building, time management, and strategic prioritization to consistently meet organizational goals and deadlines. Committed to fostering inclusive environments and empowering individuals through compassionate, goal-oriented guidance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Penn Medicine Princeton Health
12.2024 - Current
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
  • Monitored and documented patient behavior, promptly reporting significant changes to the RN to support accurate records and informed care planning.

Lead Counselor

Captial Health
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices, continuously enhancing professional skills to better serve clients.
  • Provided strategies to the team for handling crisis situations during

emergencies

  • Mentored junior counselors, sharing expertise in therapeutic interventions and best practices within the field.

Counselor

Captial Health
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients
  • Facilitated daily therapeutic groups addressing goals/objectives specified by individualized behavioral plans
  • Accurately documented patients' daily behaviors to show progress and completed other required paperwork

Paraprofessional

Foundation Academy
09.2019 - 01.2020
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.

Program Coordinator

Princeton YMCA
10.2018 - 02.2019
  • Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
  • Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
  • Planned scholarly programs for students in grades 6-12

Mental Health Support Worker

Foundation Stones
11.2017 - 08.2018
  • Reduced patient anxiety through active listening, problem-solving, and crisis intervention techniques.
  • Supported patients in achieving personal goals through goal-setting exercises and step-by-step guidance.
  • Recognized and responded to signs of potential self-harm or suicide risk, utilizing appropriate intervention strategies and resources to ensure patient safety.
  • Enhanced patient well-being by providing empathetic and compassionate support in daily activities.
  • Documented client progress using the BRIP note forma

Mentor

Strategic Therapy Associates
06.2017 - 03.2018
  • Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
  • Worked with over 40 children and teenagers, ages 3-17
  • Served as role model for clients by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
  • Guided clients in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.

Mentor

Horizon Behavioral Health
09.2013 - 01.2016
  • Helped 60 children develop strategic problem-solving skills
  • Assisted 100 children with their educational studies
  • Acted as a mediator and point of contact for children daily

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Social Work

Rutgers University
05-2027

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Virginia University of Lynchburg
Lynchburg
05-2016

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Penn Medicine Princeton Health
12.2024 - Current

Lead Counselor

Captial Health
01.2024 - 12.2024

Counselor

Captial Health
09.2023 - 12.2024

Paraprofessional

Foundation Academy
09.2019 - 01.2020

Program Coordinator

Princeton YMCA
10.2018 - 02.2019

Mental Health Support Worker

Foundation Stones
11.2017 - 08.2018

Mentor

Strategic Therapy Associates
06.2017 - 03.2018

Mentor

Horizon Behavioral Health
09.2013 - 01.2016

Master of Science - Clinical Social Work

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Virginia University of Lynchburg
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