Sheena Sivels
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a diverse background in education and healthcare, including impactful roles at Maryville Behavioral Hospital. Excelled in crisis intervention and lesson planning, leveraging strong public speaking skills and a culturally sensitive approach to foster significant improvements in client and student outcomes. Demonstrated excellence in collaborative environments, driving positive change and development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Natatorium Instructor
Chicago Park District Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.2006 - Current
- Provide swim lessons for infants, children and adults.
- Responds to crowd control and emergency situations by following established procedures, such as administering first aid and CPR and notifying the proper authorities.
- Promoted safe swimming habits through lectures and demonstrations.
- Gives daily guarding assignments to beach or pool crew.
- Monitored pool activities to prevent accidents and provide assistance when needed.
- Reported any unsafe conditions or suspicious activity to management immediately.
- Maintained constant surveillance of pool or body of water to appropriately react to emergency situations.
Home Care Aide
Addus Health Care Inc
Chicago, IL
11.2011 - 09.2019
- Developed trust-based relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction from physician.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
Teacher's Assistant
Camelot of Oak Park
Oak Park, IL
10.2014 - 09.2016
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and support as needed.
- Enforced rules regarding student conduct while promoting respect for diversity among classmates.
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
Mental Health Counselor
Maryville Behavioral Hospital
Des Plaines, IL
12.2009 - 06.2014
- Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans, and modified them when needed.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' levels of functioning.
- Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Manage aggressive behaviors through progressive techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
East West University
Chicago, IL06-2008
Skills
- Strong public speaker
- Culturally sensitive
- Excellent organizational skills
- Collaborative team player
- Adaptable teaching approach
- Expertise in crisis intervention techniques
- Lesson planning
Certification
- Lifeguard Instructor
- Water Safety Instructor
- Safety Training for swim Coaches
- First Aid/ AED/ CPR Instructor
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Camelot of Oak Park
10.2014 - 09.2016
Home Care Aide
Addus Health Care Inc
11.2011 - 09.2019
Mental Health Counselor
Maryville Behavioral Hospital
12.2009 - 06.2014
Natatorium Instructor
Chicago Park District Chicago
06.2006 - Current
- Lifeguard Instructor
- Water Safety Instructor
- Safety Training for swim Coaches
- First Aid/ AED/ CPR Instructor
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
East West University
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