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SADIE VEST

SADIE VEST

Lake Charles,LA

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Specialist

Louisiana Methodist Children Home
08.2023 - Current
  • Ensured the safety of 7 - 28 patients at a time through close observation during high-risk situations such as psychiatric hallucinations or self-harm / homicidal behaviors.
  • Provided compassionate support during crisis intervention or distress while maintaining moral, ethical, and professional boundaries.
  • Worked with other mental health specialists to provide consistent care and minimize the overstimulation of patients.
  • Maintained detailed records relating to the clinical treatment plans of 7 patients per day, such as progress notes, patient productivity, and other required documentation.

Preschool Teacher

Kid's Place Daycare
10.2018 - 05.2024
  • Maintained an organized, fun, and interactive classroom of 8 children to help them feel valued, seen, and respected.
  • Developed strong relationships with caregivers by providing regular updates on their child's academic and social skills progress while proactively addressing any concerns.
  • Developed 2 to 5 creative activities daily along with weekly lesson plans of 2 core topics per week to ensure academic growth was consistent across all areas of development.
  • Strengthened preschooler's communication skills through daily routine by practicing social dialogue techniques.
  • Pursued modeling behavior as an engagement tactic to help students understand the lesson.

Therapy Technician

Hope Therapy Center
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Maintained communication with 1 to 2 therapists per appointment concerning patient care and updates, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
  • Supported 1-2 patients per session compassionately, addressing emotional needs throughout the therapy sessions while prioritizing safety and comfort and encouraging successful individualized goals.
  • Managed inventory of all speech, occupational, and physical therapy supplies and equipment, securing availability for scheduled therapy sessions.
  • Upheld strict alignment with HIPAA regulations to protect patient information at all times.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA
12-2023

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
  • Relationship counseling
  • Client goal planning
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • CPR AED-certified

Timeline

Mental Health Specialist

Louisiana Methodist Children Home
08.2023 - Current

Therapy Technician

Hope Therapy Center
06.2023 - 02.2024

Preschool Teacher

Kid's Place Daycare
10.2018 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

McNeese State University
SADIE VEST