My name is Tiffany Reed, seeking a Social Services position because I am passionate about making the world a better place at the grassroots level. I have always believed in service and helping others as much as I can. I am pursuing a position to become an advocate for those without a voice.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Intensive In-Home Qualified Professional
Pride In North Carolina
Raleigh, NC
10.2023 - Current
Provided intensive in-home mental health services to children and families.
Developed and implemented treatment plans based on client needs.
Conducted assessments of clients, including psychiatric evaluations and risk assessments.
Collaborated with other professionals, such as psychiatrists, social workers, probation officers, teachers and school counselors.
Monitored progress of clients toward identified goals.
Facilitated individual, family and group therapy sessions for clients.
Educated families about the impact of mental illness on their lives.
Assisted in crisis management situations and de-escalation techniques when needed.
Maintained accurate records of all therapeutic interventions provided to clients.
Coordinated referrals for community resources to meet client needs.
Adhered to ethical guidelines set forth by relevant professional organizations.
Attended team meetings at various locations throughout the community.
Provided case management services to assist with coordination of care between multiple providers.
Partnered with schools to ensure students were receiving appropriate educational services.
Utilized evidence-based practices when providing clinical interventions.
Assisted in developing safety plans for individuals who are at risk of harm or self-harm.
Mental Health Technician
Holly Hill Hospital
Raleigh, NC
07.2021 - Current
Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
Documented observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
Effectively managed daily charting for each patient.
Counseled patients, discussed substance use and worked closely with individuals to identify positive and healthy life choices.
Intervened in cases that warranted it, including when clients wished to leave facility against medical advice.
Performed counseling interventions to address issues through conflict resolution and situational adjustment to depression, anxiety, and physical or substance abuse.
Empowered clients to tackle challenging situations with better and more diverse coping skills.
Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients.
Educated clients on important life skills, housekeeping and food preparation.
Assisted with execution of client activities, support groups and field trips.
Maintained client and employee areas in good working order and with adequate supplies.
Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
Performed searches of resident belongings prior to admissions and throughout stays.
Completed patient reports daily and submitted to management for evaluation.
Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
Qualified Mental Health Professional
Monarch Behavioral Health Urgent Care
RALEIGH, ND
07.2022 - 10.2023
Collected client information through interviews, observations and tests.
Counseled patients individually and in group sessions.
Assisted clients in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to change and removing bad habits.
Performed research tasks to increase knowledge of human behavior and performance.
Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Assisted clients with identifying feelings and behaviors by asking open-ended questions.
Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds.
Conducted intake interviews, case recording and test interpretation to assist in obtaining treatment for clients.
Promoted independence by assisting and supervising clients while completing daily living activities.
Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss happenings in life to help client develop insight into themselves and relationships.
Healthcare Technician 1
Murdoch Development Center
Butner, NC
06.2020 - 09.2021
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Built trust and rapport with patients through caring demeanor, quick response to inquiries.
Created new programs that resulted in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction.
Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Focused and observant of individuals' verbal and non-verbal communication cues such as tone, inflection and body language.
Maintained confidentiality when addressing sensitive information with tact and diplomacy.
Motivated and supported field workers completing work to increase work quality and team productivity.
Adhered to standard operating procedures and complied with safety and quality processes.
Coordinated schedules and day-to-day activities of crew to satisfy project needs.
Assigned work to employees based on project requirements and individual team member strengths.
Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Maintained excellent levels of workplace cleanliness around equipment to enhance safety and productivity.
Assessed patient needs and recommended appropriate courses of treatment.
Transported clients to appointments and court hearings, delivering compassionate, continued support in difficult situations.
Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
Developed comprehensive treatment plans for patients diagnosed with various conditions.
Consulted with psychiatrists about client medication changes, issues with medicine compliance and efficacy of medications.
Delivered seamless care, minimizing misuse and diversion through close collaboration with peers.
Residental Services INC
Vocational Services Coordinator
Chapel Hill, NC
08.2016 - 10.2018
Helped individuals address disabilities and put together career plans.
Assisted clients with enhancing skills in areas such as job searching, interviewing and business and personal etiquette.
Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
Managed load of multiple cases on consistent basis.
Documented and filed patient health reports and charts.
Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance and achieve daily performance objectives.
Led employee performance reviews and discussed improvement
Strategies with each team member
Provided behavioral health consulting and problem solving assistance to facility staff in care planning, implementation, and evaluation of care
Conducted consulting visits on a routine basis to review behavior management applications and provide comprehensive resident reviews, and facility support
Assisted with coordination and implementation of behavioral health programs, and work closely with regional and facility staff for consistent application
Provided regional and facility staff triage support of residents with behavioral concerns
Maintained a working knowledge of and confirm compliance with all governmental regulations
Tracked all changes and actions in computer-based documentation system.
Facilitated new team member training on service processes to increase productivity.
Completed daily appointment schedule to drive quality and timely service.
Communicated clearly and listened attentively throughout interview process to facilitate exchange of information.
Interviewed potential participants to determine eligibility.
Checked contact information from research subjects for accuracy and implemented into company's computer system.
Maintained certifications and completed in-depth training on commonly-serviced equipment, systems and components.
Presented student behavioral data during IEP meetings to determine plan changes and progress.
Wrote goal-oriented programs and evaluated and documented progress and participation in weekly interdisciplinary treatment team conferences.
Worked directly with students and discussed behavioral goals and implementation of behavior intervention programs.
Utilized consulting skills for implementation and maintenance of intervention plans.
Collected data via direct student observation and consultation with classroom teachers regarding student behaviors.
Education
B.S - Human Service
Oregon State University
2008
Skills
Excellent professional, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
Natural emotional empathy for clients suffering from stress or trauma
Ability to develop and strengthen relationships
Active listening and intentional speaking
Management and organizational abilities
Analysis, evaluation, and problem solving
Tolerance and patience
Giving instructions clearly, respectfully, and effectively