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Sydney Cook

Bend,OR

Summary

Dedicated human services professional specializing in crisis de-escalation and direct patient care. Demonstrated success in improving client well-being through person-centered approaches and collaboration alongside care teams. Achieved long-standing academic excellence at Portland State University and secured grant funding during undergraduate field practicum. Foundation in addiction studies and human services from Central Oregon Community College.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Mentor

Embark Behavioral Health
Bend, Oregon
09.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated therapeutic groups to improve client communication and knowledge of DBT skills.
  • Documented clinical interventions that enhanced clients' quality of life.
  • Coordinated communication among clinical, academic, and nursing teams to prioritize client safety and care.
  • Assumed temporary leadership role to ensure client and coworker safety and satisfaction.

Direct Support Professional

Behavior and Mental Health Consultation of Oregon
Redmond, OR
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Assisted clients in daily living activities and personalized care plans.
  • Collaborated with families to address client needs and preferences.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.

Resource Navigation Clinical Intern

Infinite Healing Solutions
Redmond, Oregon
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Coordinated referrals for medical care, housing assistance, and employment opportunities to enhance client support.
  • Researched funding opportunities and prepared grant applications to support project initiatives.
  • Established an accessible childcare program for clients attending psychotherapy sessions using awarded grant funding.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Portland State University
Portland, OR
07-2024

Associate of Arts - Oregon Transfer Degree

Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR
06-2023

Skills

  • Crisis de-escalation strategies
  • High acuity mental health experience
  • Patient safety and medication protocols
  • Clinical documentation aND HIPPA compliance
  • Client advocacy through motivational interviewing practices
  • Wraparound approaches in care
  • DBT skill-building
  • Experience in IDD community

Timeline

Residential Mentor

Embark Behavioral Health
09.2024 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Behavior and Mental Health Consultation of Oregon
10.2023 - 08.2024

Resource Navigation Clinical Intern

Infinite Healing Solutions
09.2023 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Portland State University

Associate of Arts - Oregon Transfer Degree

Central Oregon Community College