Highly motivated with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented with the ability to learn new concepts quickly, desire to take on new challenges, and master new skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised with exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activity Therapist
Horizon Health
Mobile, AL
11.2023 - Current
Provided group therapy sessions to facilitate communication.
Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for patients with physical, mental, emotional, or social disabilities.
Administered assessments to evaluate patient needs to develop appropriate therapeutic goals.
Implemented counseling techniques and created activities to aid patients in improving social, cognitive, emotional, and physical activities of daily life.
Maintained accurate documentation of all assessment results, therapeutic interventions, and other relevant information.
Program Assistant
Goodwill Gulf Coast/ Kaleidoscope Program
Mobile, AL
08.2021 - Current
Assists with implementing program activities related to the growth and development of adults with developmental disabilities in self-sufficiency, leisure, educational skills, leadership skills, and character development.
Provides supervision and positive interactions with participants throughout the day, actively promoting respect, acceptance, and encouragement, using positive behavior intervention techniques to modify inappropriate behavior when necessary.
Accompany and supervise participants while actively participating in field trips, ensuring that all participants are safe, engaged in activities, and accounted for.
Participate in the research and development activities to enhance the quality of life and interest of young adults with disabilities.
Substance Abuse Therapist Intern
AltaPointe Health Systems
Mobile, AL
01.2023 - 07.2023
Identify problem areas impacting participants' ability to complete treatment successfully.
Developed and optimized treatment plans to help clients continue to progress.
Completed assessments of clients' substance abuse history and treatment requirements to develop individualized treatment plans.
Identified treatment goals based on individual diagnoses and history.
Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients.
Assist clients in developing skills or strategies for dealing with problems.
Paraprofessional/Classroom Aide
AltaPointe Health Systems, BayPointe Children's Hospital
Mobile, AL
12.2019 - 05.2021
Instructed groups of students in a classroom setting and provided individual student support to enhance learning.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions, and results.
Assisted with smooth and efficient transitions between arrival, room periods, activities, field trips, snacks, and departures.
Assisted teachers in devising unique strategies for reinforcing materials or skills based on the needs of students.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state, know the how-to aspects of a crisis state, and know how to de-escalate or resolve the situation.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL
05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Leisure Studies/ Therapeutic Recreation