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Natalie Bernard

Abbeville,LA

Summary

Dependable and punctual, enthusiastic team player committed to delivering quality care seeking to obtain a position to provide a higher level of mental health care to clients. Driven to achieve exceptional patient outcomes as a key member of a mental health agency.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Career Coach

Eckerd Connects
Abbeville, LA
03.2023 - Current
  • Developed individualized action plans with clients to set goals for achieving desired career objectives.
  • Provided guidance to help clients identify and pursue career paths that match their interests and abilities.
  • Conducted assessments of client aptitudes, skills, values, interests and personality traits to assist in the career exploration process.
  • Collaborated with employers to build relationships for potential job leads for clients.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of labor market trends, industry developments and new technologies impacting employment opportunities.
  • Monitored progress towards goal achievement by providing regular feedback and motivation.
  • Reviewed intake, service plan and supported documentation to assist participants.
  • Worked with individuals to complete application documents for relevant vocations.
  • Screened referrals to identify program and service options.

Lead Teacher

Prime Time Head Start at Dodson
New Iberia, LA
01.2020 - 11.2022
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • Monitored classroom instruction on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and collaboration with teachers.
  • Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
  • Engaged in collaborative planning sessions with colleagues in order to design effective curricula for various grade levels.
  • Implemented appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary while ensuring compliance with school policies and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.

Physical Therapy Tech

Abshire Chiropractic Sport Center
Lafayette
09.2015 - 03.2019
  • provided therapeutic care on patients under the direct supervision of the Doctor of Chiropractic
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and ordering supplies.
  • Observed patients during treatment to report any changes or concerns to the therapist.
  • Prepared treatment areas with necessary items such as linens, weights, bands.
  • Applied hot packs, cold packs and electrical stimulation according to therapist instructions.
  • Checked vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate before beginning a session.
  • Provided emotional support to encourage patient participation in rehabilitation activities.
  • Maintained a clean, safe and organized therapy environment.
  • Set up equipment for physical therapy treatments as instructed by the therapist.

Mental Health Tech

Oceans Behavioral Hospital
Broussard
04.2014 - 11.2014
  • provided timely, professional care to geriatric patients in a hospital setting
  • Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
  • Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
  • Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
  • Bathed, fed and dressed patients based on individual abilities.
  • Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.

Mental Health Tech

New Directions Treatment Facility
Broussard, LA
08.2007 - 11.2009
  • provided inpatient treatment for adolescent male sex offenders
  • Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
  • Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems when appropriate.
  • Supervised visitors entering the facility according to established security protocols.
  • Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
  • Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.

Paraprofessional

Vermilion Parish School board
Abbeville, LA
08.2007 - 11.2009
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
  • Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
  • Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
  • Distributed pencils, paper, textbooks and workbooks to students.
  • Took class attendance and recorded absences.

Substitute Teacher

Vermilion Parish School board
Abbeville, LA
08.2005 - 08.2006
  • Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
  • Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
  • Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
  • Monitored student progress throughout the day.
  • Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
  • Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.

Education

Diploma -

Abbeville High School
05.1999

BA Human Services w/concentration in Child and Family Services -

Southern New Hampshire University

Physical Therapy Technician -

Unitech Training Academy

Associate Degree in Mortuary Science -

Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education (uncompleted) -

South LA Community College

Skills

  • Quick learner
  • Hard worker
  • Follows directions
  • Team Player
  • Self starter
  • Monitored treatment progress of patients
  • Track and record patients' mental status
  • Keep documented records of all patients interactions
  • Provided crisis intervention when necessary
  • Assess patients mental status
  • Make referrals to other services
  • Provide case management
  • CPR certified

References

Available Upon Request

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Career Coach

Eckerd Connects
03.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher

Prime Time Head Start at Dodson
01.2020 - 11.2022

Physical Therapy Tech

Abshire Chiropractic Sport Center
09.2015 - 03.2019

Mental Health Tech

Oceans Behavioral Hospital
04.2014 - 11.2014

Mental Health Tech

New Directions Treatment Facility
08.2007 - 11.2009

Paraprofessional

Vermilion Parish School board
08.2007 - 11.2009

Substitute Teacher

Vermilion Parish School board
08.2005 - 08.2006

Diploma -

Abbeville High School

BA Human Services w/concentration in Child and Family Services -

Southern New Hampshire University

Physical Therapy Technician -

Unitech Training Academy

Associate Degree in Mortuary Science -

Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education (uncompleted) -

South LA Community College

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