Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Group Facilitation
Mentoring
Timeline
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Shayla Johnson

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Demonstrated expertise in cultivating relationships and leading group sessions, significantly enhancing client engagement and support.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

IRIS Consultant

Milwaukee Center For Independence
Milwaukee, WI
03.2023 - Current

Managed client cases and files, ensuring accurate documentation.

Educated clients on Long Term Care benefits and services.

Performed data entry to protect and maintain client information.

Coordinated well checks and meetings with clients for ongoing support.

Procured necessities such as food and toiletries for client assistance.

Developed accident reports for clients following incidents.

Assisted team members and supervisors in duties and claim processing.

Monitored deadlines for calls, orientations, and assigned tasks to ensure timely completion.

Community Mentor

Running Rebels Community Organization
Milwaukee, WI
03.2019 - 03.2023

Interacted with youth regularly to establish rapport and facilitate referrals to unit staff and human rights officer.

Contributed to treatment planning by promoting alternative interventions based on youth interests and needs.

Provided training for staff on incorporating youth perspectives into treatment practices.

Attended meetings, groups, and activities focused on youth care initiatives.

Exercised sound judgment in maintaining harmonious working relationships among team members.

Established rapport with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds, including those with mental health challenges.

Para-Professional

Milwaukee Public School
Milwaukee, WI
11.2015 - 06.2019
  • Supported teachers in classroom management and lesson delivery.
  • Assisted students with individualized learning plans and academic support.
  • Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive classroom environment.
  • Monitored student behavior and provided guidance during activities.
  • Organized educational materials and resources for classroom use.

Behavior Health Tech

Aurora Psychiatric Hospital
Milwaukee, WI
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Monitored patient behaviors and provided support in therapeutic settings.
  • Assisted with daily living activities to promote patient independence.
  • Documented patient progress and communicated observations to the healthcare team.
  • Implemented treatment plans as directed by licensed professionals.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to encourage peer interaction and support.
  • Maintained a safe environment by following safety protocols and procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
10-2023

Associates of Business -

University of Phoenix
Milwaukee, WI
10.2021

Medical Assistant Diploma -

Kaplan College
Milwaukee, WI
05.2009

High School Diploma -

Milwaukee Spectrum H.S.
Milwaukee, WI
06.2004

Skills

  • Data entry and file management
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Crisis intervention and case management
  • Group facilitation and mentoring
  • Interpersonal communication skills
  • Leadership development and consulting
  • Time management and judgment
  • Cultural competence and capacity development
  • Assessment and engagement tracking

Group Facilitation

  • Highlighting needs pertaining to capacity development.
  • Perceiving which requirements are amenable to facilitation.
  • Pinpointing existing programs or formulating bespoke courses for use.
  • Selecting accompanying test materials.
  • Encouraging respect for ideas voiced during facilitation.
  • Steering conversations about the learning material.
  • Extracting varied insights from participants.
  • Administering and reviewing progress on assessments.
  • Tracking and conveying attendees' engagement to applicable figureheads.

Mentoring

  • Interacts with youth on a regular basis to establish rapport and refers youth to unit staff and the human rights officer when appropriate.
  • Participates in the development of treatment planning which encourages alternative interventions based on the interests and needs of the youth.
  • Participates in training of staff related to the youth perspective of treatment
  • Attends meetings, groups, and activities related to youth care
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, establish and maintain harmonious working relationships
  • Ability to establish rapport with persons from different ethnic, cultural, and/or economic backgrounds as well as individuals with mental illness

Timeline

IRIS Consultant

Milwaukee Center For Independence
03.2023 - Current

Community Mentor

Running Rebels Community Organization
03.2019 - 03.2023

Behavior Health Tech

Aurora Psychiatric Hospital
08.2016 - 06.2017

Para-Professional

Milwaukee Public School
11.2015 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science -

University of Phoenix

Associates of Business -

University of Phoenix

Medical Assistant Diploma -

Kaplan College

High School Diploma -

Milwaukee Spectrum H.S.
Shayla Johnson