Trina Thomas
Canby,Oregon
Summary
I have worked many different roles which adds to my educational and personal experiences. Working with the venerable individuals is where my passion is using all my credentials to help others. I have worked with Aid and Assist, Addictions, Homelessness, Client in Crisis including wrap around services. I have over 8 years clean and sober. I have knowledge and personal experiences in the criminal justice and addictions. I enjoy working with community partners for wrap around services. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aid and Assist PSS
Columbia Community Mental Health
09.2022 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Collaborated with local organizations to expand health services and resources.
- Contacted clients in person, by phone or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions.
- Provided crisis intervention and supportive counseling services to assist clients facing issues and problems.
- Transported or accompanied clients to scheduled health appointments or referral sites.
- Developed and implemented training classes to educate team members and community residents.
- Legal Skills training
Mentor CRM, PSS
Voluteers Of America
01.2019 - 09.2022
- Provided guidance on stress management and grounding techniques to reduce overwhelm.
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Monitored behavior and reported any incidents to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect, or threats identified.
- Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.
- Developed professional relationships with referring agencies to improve communication related to intakes and to increase business for facility.
- Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Transported client to DHS office and other community appointments.
- Removing barriers for clint to be successful
Residential Technician
Crestview Recovery
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Supervised group home residents in all daily activities of residential program.
- Verified group home and program-owned equipment remained clean, sanitary and in good working condition.
- Assisted in administration of medications and worked with pharmacy to replenish medications.
- Helped residents with grooming, bathing, dressing and feeding.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Documented risk to each client and context of concerns.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Addictions
Portland Community College
Portland, OR06.2021
Skills
- I currently have my QMHA, PSS, CRM, and CADC 1
- I have worked in the field for many years and also many departments at CCMH as over time fill in I am medication certified to fill at Pathways, Cornerstone and Alternatives and also on call for Crisis Team I have worked with many agencies regarding case management and Aid and Assist clients I am also part of building educational class with MHACBO and OHA for Lead Forensic Peers to become certified
Certification
QMHA, PSS, CRM, CADC 1
QMHA, PSS, CRM, CADC 1
I have worked really hard to obtains my credentials and remain using the skills and knowledge to help others. I stay up on my CEU's and look forward to moving into social work in the future.
Timeline
Aid and Assist PSS
Columbia Community Mental Health
09.2022 - Current
Mentor CRM, PSS
Voluteers Of America
01.2019 - 09.2022
Residential Technician
Crestview Recovery
01.2018 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Addictions
Portland Community College
QMHA, PSS, CRM, CADC 1
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