Shannon Flynn
Nanuet,NY
Summary
Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills in community-focused environment, effectively managing and supporting individuals with diverse needs. Demonstrates problem-solving abilities and capacity to create and implement individualized plans. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging skills in maintaining a therapeutic environment, fostering positive relationships and achieving meaningful outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Habilitation Specialist
Hawthorne Foundation Inc.
03.2025 - Current
- Enhance client independence by developing personalized habilitation plans and setting achievable goals.
- Improve community integration for individuals with disabilities through participation in social activities and events.
- Assess client safety concerns regularly, implementing risk reduction strategies as necessary while promoting the least restrictive environment possible.
- Promote a safe and supportive environment by implementing behavior management strategies and addressing challenging behaviors effectively.
- Establish rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication to better understand their needs and preferences.
Patient Safety Attendant
Montefiore Nyack Hospital
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Reduced risk of falls by assisting patients with mobility and providing appropriate support during transfers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through consistent communication and coordination of care plans.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working with diverse populations, including patients with varying cognitive abilities, physical limitations, or cultural backgrounds.
- Contributed to the prevention of hospital-acquired infections through diligent hand hygiene practices and use of personal protective equipment.
- Utilized effective de-escalation techniques when encountering agitated or distressed patients, prioritizing safety for all involved parties.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient interactions, ensuring accurate records for continuity of care purposes.
Education
No Degree - Social Sciences- Psychology
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PABachelor of Arts - Social Sciences- Psychology
Dominican University New York
Blauvelt, NY05-2025
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Positive reinforcement
- Client advocacy
- Individualized support planning
- Organized and detail oriented
- HIPAA guidelines
- Health promotion
- Emotional support
- Documentation and recordkeeping
Certification
- AHA Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) Certified- May 2024-Present
Timeline
Community Habilitation Specialist
Hawthorne Foundation Inc.
03.2025 - Current
Patient Safety Attendant
Montefiore Nyack Hospital
06.2024 - 09.2024
No Degree - Social Sciences- Psychology
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences- Psychology
Dominican University New York
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