RaeSheena Adams
Kankakee,IL
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Over 10 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. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Department of Human Services
Park Forest, IL
07.2017 - 06.2023
- Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Engaged clients in therapeutic groups to promote coping skills, education and life skills.
- Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
- Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
- Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients.
- Bathed, fed and dressed patients based on individual abilities.
- Conducted or assisted in treatment and rehabilitation of mental health patients by performing basic assessment procedures.
- Verified patient health history and contact information for chart accuracy.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
Business Owner/Operator
Sheena's Daycare
Kankakee, IL
06.2014 - 06.2017
- Made financial and logistics decisions in best interest of company.
- Took care of escalated customer concerns to increase satisfaction.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Instilled discipline and maintained order with children by using simple and commanding directives.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts and music lessons.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
Home Health Aide
Community Care Systems, Inc.
Joliet, IL
12.2012 - 05.2014
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nures Aide
Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, ILSkills
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Problem-Solving
- Crisis Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Mental Healthcare
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Office
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Employee Training
- Interpersonal Skills Development
- Rapport Building
- Physical Condition Assessments
- Active Listening
- Behavior Observation
- Coordinating Care
- Developmental Disability Rehabilitation
- Needs Assessment
- Clerical Functions
- Decision Making
- Encouragement and Motivation
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Assistance
- Patient and Family Education
- Group Therapy
- Medical Records Maintenance
- Psychological Therapy Treatments
- Patient Restraint
- Behavioral Health
- Care Coordination
- HIPAA Requirements
- Treatment Planning
- Recreational Activity Planning
- Nursing Assistance
- Treatment History Review
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Department of Human Services
07.2017 - 06.2023
Business Owner/Operator
Sheena's Daycare
06.2014 - 06.2017
Home Health Aide
Community Care Systems, Inc.
12.2012 - 05.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nures Aide
Kankakee Community College
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