ShaQuandria Wright
Saint Augustine,Florida
Summary
Highly Motivated Counseling student dedicated to providing exceptional care via creativity and effective treatment plans to successfully treat children and adolescents, dealing with mental health issues. Strong interest in spiritual integration in the therapeutic session.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Daisy Adams Center
05.2019 - Current
- Utilized indirect and open ended questioning with clients.
- Utilized active listening, reflective listening, summarizing, and paraphrasing skills.
- Conducted therapeutic sessions with adults.
- Observed and utilized mild confrontation with clients.
- Utilized minimal self-disclosure with clients when it was considered beneficial.
- Studied and utilized the DSM-V when diagnosing clients.
- Completed Medicaid Intakes.
- Identified and formulated correct diagnoses.
- Developed and maintained a good rapport with clients due to active listening skills and exhibiting empathy.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation services, ensuring safety of all involved parties.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress for accurate reporting and effective communication among the treatment team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to create comprehensive treatment plans for clients.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to foster healthy communication and coping skills among clients.
Direct Support Professional
Adams Acres
05.2018 - Current
- Developed crisis intervention strategies for challenging behaviors or situations in accordance with established guidelines while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored support in areas such as mobility training, communication skills development, and community integration activities.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks and proactive maintenance reporting.
- Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Served as a knowledgeable advocate for clients during interactions with external agencies or service providers ensuring their rights, preferences, and needs were respected.
- Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
- Facilitated clients'' participation in recreational activities and community events to promote social engagement and inclusion.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of client needs in order to adjust care plans accordingly or bring attention to potential issues requiring further evaluation from healthcare providers.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL04.2025
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL04.2017
Skills
Social perceptiveness
Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
Active Listening
Culturally Sensitive/Open Minded
Interpersonal Communication
Time Management
Organizational Skills
DSM-V Knowledge
Affiliations
- Member, Youth Professional Development, Saint Paul AME Church
Timeline
Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Daisy Adams Center
05.2019 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Adams Acres
05.2018 - Current
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Nova Southeastern University
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Keiser University
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
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