Shidea J. Archie
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Several years of experience in the field of behavioral analysis. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication, and social skills. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
Fairmount Behavioral Health System
Philadelphia, USA
04.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate and empathetic care to patients with mental health, behavioral health and drug and alcohol disorders
- Monitored and documented patients behavior and vital signs, ensuring accurate and timely recordkeeping
- Implemented and followed treatment plans and interventions under the supervision of clinical staff
- Escorted and supervised patients during activities, meals, and group therapy sessions
- Participated in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure a safe environment
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients, actively listening and offering guidance
- Administered and scored psychological assessments and tests to aid in treatment planning
CUA Case Manager
NET
Philadelphia, USA
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Assist families that are identified by DHS based on concerns regarding parenting skills and ability to maintain children in a safe environment
- Collaborate with internal and external agencies
- Assist families in developing parenting practices and skills that reduce safety risks and enhance ability to provide a nurturing environment for children
- Provide team collaboration with other agencies
- Work closely with families who have in-home safety needs, in-home non-safety needs as well as children youth without of home placement needs as Resource Home Care, Kinship Home Care, etc
- And more
- Ensure that the child, youth and or adult medical, dental, social, financial, behavioral, mental, spiritual and personal needs, wants and desires are being accounted for and addressed
- Provides monthly/ as needed home, school and or community visits to assess needs and assists in accessing resources
- Creates and maintains client files and completes all required documentation in a timely manner
- Provides written and/or oral reports to the DHS and Family court, as needed
Personal Outcome Champion/Direct Support
KenCrest Services
Philadelphia, USA
07.2020 - 06.2023
- Oversee the coordination of services for children, adolescents and adults to promote continuity and consistency in the service delivery
- Support Consolidated and P/FDS waiver recipients
- Ensure that the individual is always considered in decision making and that choice is expected, not optional
- Create a relationship/connection with the individual
- Determine who the significant stakeholders are in the individual life and establish a health rapport with them
- Ensure that the individual medical, dental, social, financial, behavioral, spiritual and personal needs, wants and desires are being accounted for and addressed
- Help clients with a wide range of tasks, address their behaviors or conditions, and teach life skills
- Assist with personal financial budgeting
- Make a difference in the lives of their clients, from building strong relationships with them, earning their trust, to understanding their needs to succeed in the community
Mental Health Technician
Kirkbride Center
Philadelphia, PA
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems when appropriate.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques such as art therapy, recreational therapy or music therapy.
- Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
Supports Coordinator
Partnership For Community Supports
Philadelphia, USA
05.2015 - 06.2020
- Monitored and conducted home visits on an daily basics
- Coordinated daily counseling services that included basic life skills, community re-entry, utilizing computer resources, telephone equipment etc
- Coordinated and conducted several meetings and fitness groups
- Trained to utilizing CBT techniques also de-escalation methods for conflict resolution
- Taught clients anger management techniques, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills and functional living skills
- Effectively Completed DAP formatted shift notes, support with medication compliance and learning positive ways to set goals for living independently
- Trained to utilizing CBT techniques also de-escalation methods for conflict resolution
Behavioral Health Technician
PHMC/ West Haven
Philadelphia, PA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Assessed patient behavior, reactions and responses to treatment plans.
- Developed individualized therapeutic plans for patients based on their mental health needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions with multiple patients.
- Monitored patient safety in all areas of the facility.
- Provided crisis intervention services to patients in need.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions with patients and families.
- Encouraged positive interactions between other Behavioral Health Technicians and clients and patients.
- Documented patient behavior, interventions completed and patient response to interventions.
Education
Bachelor's - Finance/Psychology
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY
Lincoln University, PA05.2015
Skills
- Direct Support
- Individual / group counseling
- Child protective services
- Medical terminology
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Direct Patient Care
- Behavioral Management
- Treatment management
- Behavior monitoring
Certification
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
Fairmount Behavioral Health System
04.2024 - Current
CUA Case Manager
NET
07.2023 - 09.2024
Personal Outcome Champion/Direct Support
KenCrest Services
07.2020 - 06.2023
Mental Health Technician
Kirkbride Center
01.2018 - 06.2021
Supports Coordinator
Partnership For Community Supports
05.2015 - 06.2020
Behavioral Health Technician
PHMC/ West Haven
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
Bachelor's - Finance/Psychology
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY
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