Shariffer Swain
Palatine,IL
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Mental Health Technician with a proven track record at Chicago Behavioral Hospital, adept in crisis intervention and behavior management. Successfully enhanced patient well-being through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and strong rapport-building, fostering trust and promoting positive mental health outcomes. Committed to delivering exceptional care and support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Chicago Behavioral Hospital
08.2025 - Current
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
Registered Behavior Technician
By Your Side - Autism Therapy Services
01.2023 - 07.2025
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Utilized technology tools for data collection and analysis, streamlining the process of monitoring client progress and informing treatment plan adjustments.
- Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
Teacher's Assistant
Kiddie Academy
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and areas for growth, ultimately contributing to improved home-school partnerships.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
- Improved student comprehension by implementing innovative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL08-2026
Associate of Arts - General Education
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL08-2024
Skills
- Anxiety management
- Behavior observation
- Problem-solving
- Case documentation
- Patient safety management
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavior management
- Clinical documentation
- Crisis intervention
- Autism spectrum
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Chicago Behavioral Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
By Your Side - Autism Therapy Services
01.2023 - 07.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Kiddie Academy
08.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Northern Illinois University
Associate of Arts - General Education
William Rainey Harper College