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Rajeeyah James

New Haven,CT

Summary

Summary: To utilize my work experience , education and skills to make a positive commitment to the company.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor, BS

Recovery Network Program
03.2018 - Current

Conduct Screening , intake, orientations and multi assessment of clients to obtain information concerning substance abuse, and medical History. Implements therapeutic treatment using approved methods of planning, counseling, case Management, and crisis intervention to assist clients in overcoming substance abuse disorders and helping. Provides information and education to individual and groups concerning substance abuse and Mental Health disorder. Refer clients to supportive services to supplement treatment Counseling , and conducting groups.

Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.

Residential Monitor

Project Moore Virginia Wells
04.2020 - 04.2023
  • Participated in team meetings focused on enhancing overall residential services provided at the facility.
  • Trained new Residential Monitors in policies and procedures, contributing to an efficient onboarding process for incoming staff members.
  • Developed strong relationships with residents based on trust and respect, supporting their journey toward self-improvement.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between residents and case managers through timely reporting of significant developments or concerns that arose within the residential community setting.
  • 22 Bed Facility Program which provides women 18 years old and older to provide a structured and systematic process to reintegrate ex- offenders into the community and to provide this service to work with individuals on parole, probation , bail , and those released from prison. Also transport client to their Methadone appointment, Probation, doctors appointment. Take clients food shopping to have them get their necessary things.


Night Monitor

Recovery Network Program
01.2020 - 01.2023

Started assisting the Program during the time of Covid Crisis, and been helping out covering shift for the past 3 years.


Remains always awake and alert to tend to need of the unit, and Responsibility of the Night Monitor, Perform hourly rounds, completes head counts and confirms it is in accordance with the current census Ensures the whereabouts of each client through direct observation. Acknowledge any behavior on the part of any clients that is considered inappropriate or a cause for concern. Utilizes crisis intervention techniques and back up assistance wherever necessary based on the clients need and staff assessment. Documents necessary communication in Night Shift logbook, utilize appropriate methods to provide effective Night Monitoring which includes video surveillance, random hourly rounds and walk threw the unit including both the 3rd and 4th floor , or sometimes both, and to check bathrooms, corridors, medication room, Laundry room and dining area. Assist clients with their Diabetic Testing, give Medication as needed for Nighttime

Demonstrated adaptability in crisis situations by following established emergency protocols calmly and efficiently while maintaining clear communication lines with relevant personnel.

Instructional Assistant

Delta T Group
09.2017 - 12.2019
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
  • Works directly with server handicapped students to assess students needs daily and design individualized instructional task using discrete instructional and other means.
  • Assist teachers in adapting instruction to meet behavioral and Cognitive needs of students and communicates regularly with classroom and special education teachers, Psychologist, counselors, occupational therapist and Speech pathologist.

Patient Care Associate

Yale New Haven Hospital
09.1999 - 11.2014
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Assisted with various diagnostic procedures such as drawing blood samples, obtaining EKG readings, and collecting urine specimens for laboratory testing.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by communicating pertinent patient information during detailed handoff reports.
  • The patient Care Associate is under the supervision of the Clinical Nurse which performs all the duties that support patient care. blood Cultures, Blood sugar, and Patient ADL's.
  • These duties include direct and indirect care activities which are essential to providing comprehensive care to the patient.

Business Associate

Yale New Haven Hospital
05.1994 - 03.1999
  • Business Associate job has a wide range of secretarial and date entry duties and coordinates a multitude of office procedure in support of the activities of the patient care unit.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts-Psychology, Public Health, Management

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
05.2017

Associate of Science - General Studies

Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT
05.2016

Office Administration -

Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT
05.1994

Timeline

Residential Monitor

Project Moore Virginia Wells
04.2020 - 04.2023

Night Monitor

Recovery Network Program
01.2020 - 01.2023

Counselor, BS

Recovery Network Program
03.2018 - Current

Instructional Assistant

Delta T Group
09.2017 - 12.2019

Patient Care Associate

Yale New Haven Hospital
09.1999 - 11.2014

Business Associate

Yale New Haven Hospital
05.1994 - 03.1999

Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts-Psychology, Public Health, Management

Southern Connecticut State University

Associate of Science - General Studies

Gateway Community College

Office Administration -

Gateway Community College
Rajeeyah James