Niuoleava Tasi
Henderson,NV
Summary
Compassionate Behavioral Specialist/Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive cognitive care. Over 15 years of experience in the field of behavioral analysis. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication and social skills. Specialties include Spiritual Counseling and personal Crisis Intervention.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Specialist / Mental Health Technician
Integris Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
09.2008 - 10.2015
- Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
- Provided education about mental illness symptoms and causes to family members of patients.
- Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed to ensure safety of staff and students.
- Coached students in developing adaptive coping skills to manage stressors in their lives.
Mental Health Counselor
Saint Anthony's Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
07.2007 - 09.2008
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients struggling with mental health issues.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups on topics such as stress management, coping skills, and relapse prevention.
- Assisted in crisis intervention when needed to provide immediate support for clients in distress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human & Family Services
Southwestern Christian University
Bethany, OK06-2011
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Family support and assistance
- Health plan benefits
- Excellent customer service skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Bilingual in Native Samoan language
- Patient Safety Management
- Grief counseling
Affiliations
- Traveled as a member of a mission team in the South Pacific Region providing Spiritual hope and compassionate care for people. (1997-1999)
- 1997-1998 Project manager of a Small group in Hawaii
* 1990 Member of a Red Cross Hurricane Crisis team
- (2001-2008) Visited Nursing Homes providing Spiritual comfort music & prayers for the elderly.
Accomplishments
- 1997 South Pacific Missions acknowledgment for reaching groups of young people and bringing them the message of Hope.
- 2001-2004 Youth Leader in Oklahoma City Faith Church
- Acknowledged By Word of Life Hawaii (1997-1999) for conducting Outreaches to reach Drug pushers & users,troubled teens,etc.
Timeline
Behavioral Specialist / Mental Health Technician
Integris Hospital
09.2008 - 10.2015
Mental Health Counselor
Saint Anthony's Hospital
07.2007 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Human & Family Services
Southwestern Christian University
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