Rocnie Jovendel Galang Felipe
Ewa Beach,HI
Summary
Compassionate and solution-focused graduate student pursuing a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling currently with a 4.0 GPA and a strong belief in the power of mindset and personal growth. Passionate about helping individuals develop resilience, self-awareness, and healthy behaviors through strength-based and action-oriented counseling. Skilled in empathetic yet direct communication, detailed case analysis, and creating structured plans for client accountability. Dedicated to integrating Christian values and Positive Psychology into counseling to support holistic mental well-being. Aspires to work in private practice or community settings, guiding individuals toward self-mastery and meaningful change.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
CARE Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
10.2022 - 10.2023
- 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.
- 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.
- Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients.
- Used thermometers or blood pressure gauges to take and record measures of patients' physical condition.
- Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Maintained accurate records regarding treatments provided, medication administration and patient progress notes.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Supervised visitors entering the facility according to established security protocols.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician or psychiatrist.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Instructed new employees on protocols to use when interacting with psychiatric patients.
- Administered oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
Teacher's Assistant
Lanakila Baptist High School
Ewa Beach, HI
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being.
- Instructed students in classroom settings on specific exercises, team sports concept and overall safety to avoid injuries.
Assistant Coach
Lanakila Baptist High School
Ewa Beach, Hawaii
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Created and utilized training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Notified head coach of problems with discipline, performance and other decision-making areas.
- Oversaw rigorous practice sessions to enhance individual skills and team gameplay.
- Applied evaluation techniques and personal knowledge to assess abilities to assign players to correct positions on team.
- Collaborated with individual team members to devise personalized exercise plans focused on specific areas for improvement.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Aided in developing athletes at varying levels from beginner to elite.
- Assisted coach in organizing practices at home and away.
- Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
- Encouraged athletes, fellow coaches and parents to engage in good sportsmanship with competitors.
Asset Protection Customer Host
Walmart
Waipahu, HI
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Maintained safety and security of premises, visitors and employees.
- Produced well-written reports detailing shoplifting and attempted theft.
- Identified potential shoplifters and alerted management.
- Offered friendly greetings and assistance to incoming customers.
- Watched entering and leaving guests for suspicious behavior.
- Maintained safe and professional entry areas for positive appeal to every customer.
- Looked in carts and bags to check merchandise against receipts.
- Provided assistance to front-line cashiers during busy time periods.
- Provided assistance to handicapped and disabled customers.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Provided every customer with comprehensive assistance upon entering store through merchandise selection and completion of purchases.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2021
High School Diploma -
Lanakila Baptist High School
Ewa Beach, HI05.2018
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Counseling and Mental Health Support: Peer counseling, individual counseling, crisis intervention, risk assessments, emotional awareness, behavior observation, progress monitoring, and crisis prevention
- Communication and relationship building: active listening, verbal and written communication, rapport building, mediation, conflict resolution, and teamwork
- Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Analytical thinking, problem-solving, planning, and decision-making
- Training and Leadership: Employee training, team management, behavior management, motivation, and mentorship
- Patient and client care: crisis de-escalation, medication administration, safety monitoring, and intervention planning
- Health and Wellness Coaching: Stress management, behavior standards, designing exercises, and individualized training
- Documentation and Reporting: Report writing, progress documentation, and case tracking
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
CARE Hawaii
10.2022 - 10.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Lanakila Baptist High School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Assistant Coach
Lanakila Baptist High School
10.2021 - 02.2022
Asset Protection Customer Host
Walmart
06.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
High School Diploma -
Lanakila Baptist High School
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
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