Sherice Payton
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Compassionate Child Development Specialist with many years' experience in helping children exposed to risk factors such as violence in the home or limitations in physical or mental abilities. Proficient at putting together intervention plans, curriculums, and developmentally-appropriate activities to promote skill development. Knowledgeable case management professional successful at performing assessments and conducting wellness checks on children to provide early intervention services. Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent planning, problem-solving and communication skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Development Specialist
Child Haven
Las Vegas, NV
01.2023 - Current
- Assessed children's developmental needs and designed individualized intervention plans.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss current cases or develop new programs tailored towards helping children reach their fullest potential.
- Facilitated daily activities to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of the children.
- Built trust and rapport with victims of violent crimes by remaining calm and compassionate in variety of situations.
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Behavioral Health Center
Las Vegas, NV
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained accurate records of client progress in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the development of recovery goals and objectives for clients in treatment programs.
- Created educational materials about addiction for use by counselors and patients alike.
- Provided individual and group counseling for clients with substance abuse issues.
- Led therapeutic activities designed to help clients develop healthy coping mechanisms.
- Engaged in outreach activities designed to raise awareness about the dangers of substance abuse.
Qualified Mental Health Associate
Empowerment
Las Vegas, NV
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for clients.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving clients exhibiting signs of distress or suicidal ideation.
- Provided referrals for additional support services when needed such as housing resources or job placement assistance.
- Adhered to ethical standards set forth by professional organizations such as HIPAA regulations.
- Implemented evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during therapy sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV05-2021
Master's of Social Work
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Social Skills Training
- Motor Skills Development
- Child development knowledge
- Assessments understanding
- Social Development
- Safety Planning
- Documentation Management
- Special Needs Support
Accomplishments
- Recognition in arranging volunteer activities for youths to participate in
- Recognition for leadership
Certification
- Certificate in Biofeedback therapy
- CHATTA Training
- MANDT Training
- CPR certified
Timeline
Child Development Specialist
Child Haven
01.2023 - Current
Substance Abuse Counselor Intern
Behavioral Health Center
10.2022 - 01.2023
Qualified Mental Health Associate
Empowerment
06.2021 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Nevada - Las Vegas
Master's of Social Work
Capella University
- Certificate in Biofeedback therapy
- CHATTA Training
- MANDT Training
- CPR certified
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