Rehana Mena
Amityville
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Therapy Aide with hands-on experience providing therapeutic care to individuals grappling with various mental health disorders. Known for implementing effective treatment plans and utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at promoting overall wellness. Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building trustful relationships with patients and effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Previous work has resulted in improved patient outcomes and enhanced well-being.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mental Health Therapy Aide
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
Brentwood
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted therapists in implementing patient treatment plans and therapy sessions.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to clinical staff promptly.
- Supported patients with daily living activities to enhance their quality of life.
- Developed positive relationships with clients through active listening and empathy.
- Assisted with daily living tasks including meal preparation, bathing, dressing.
- Assisted in the development of safety plans for individuals at risk of self-harm or suicide attempts.
- Monitored patient progress and documented changes in behavior or attitude.
- Provided emotional support to clients in crisis situations.
- Served as an advocate for clients' rights within the healthcare system.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health.
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
Teachers aide
The Center for Developmental Disabilities
Woodbury
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials for various learning activities.
- Supported students with developmental disabilities during classroom lessons and activities.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to promote a positive classroom environment.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
General Manager
Checkers Rally's
Lindenhurst
07.2017 - 05.2022
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient service and high customer satisfaction.
- Managed staff schedules, optimizing labor resources for peak hours.
- Implemented training programs, enhancing team performance and service quality.
- Monitored inventory levels, coordinating supply orders to meet demand.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY 09.2023 - 11.2025
Amityville Memorial High School
Amityville, NYSkills
- Patient advocacy
- Behavioral monitoring
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Special education support
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Intellectual disability support
- Therapeutic communication
- Developmental disability care
- Autism support
- Self-care promotion
Timeline
Mental Health Therapy Aide
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
05.2025 - 09.2025
Associate of Science - Biology
Suffolk County Community College
09.2023 - 11.2025
Teachers aide
The Center for Developmental Disabilities
05.2023 - 05.2025
General Manager
Checkers Rally's
07.2017 - 05.2022
Amityville Memorial High School