Woniskie Thigpen, Jr
Gretna,LA
Summary
To seek a challenging opportunity where I will be able to utilize my organizational skills and educational background to allow me to grow personally and professinally.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Paraprofessional
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish
Terrytown, LA
07.2023 - Current
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
Mental Health Technician/Behavioral Specialist
River Oaks Hospital
Harahan, LA
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Oriented new patients during the admission process with introduction of staff, living quarters, and procedures of the program.
- Provided detailed shift reports under the supervision of the charge nurse to provide continuity care from shift to shift.
Child Welfare Specialist
Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services
Harvey, LA
11.2014 - 10.2019
- Investigated reports of suspected child maltreatment or neglect by interviewing involved parties and conducting home visits as necessary.
- Conducted home visits with families to assess the safety of children in their homes.
- Advocates on behalf of children during court proceedings or other legal proceedings related to custody issues or parental rights.
Psychiatric Counselor
River Oaks Hospital
Harahan, LA
09.2011 - 10.2014
- Conducted unit rounds and monitored the patients to provide a safe, therapeutic milieu.
- Led therapeutic activities designed to increase insight into behaviors or beliefs.
Management Assistant
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
New Orleans, LA
08.2006 - 09.2011
- Provided customer service by assisting and assessing the rental needs of customers in person or over the phone
- Assisted management team with marketing and auditing duties.
Mental Health Support Worker
Oakhaven Mental Health
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2000 - 04.2004
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on topics such as anger management, coping skills, self-esteem.
- Responded promptly to crisis calls from clients or family members.
- Participated in case conferences to discuss client progress and formulate new treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA05-1999
Skills
- Computer Skills
- Classroom support
- Crisis Intervention
- Documentation
Timeline
Mental Health Technician/Behavioral Specialist
River Oaks Hospital
01.2024 - 07.2024
Behavioral Paraprofessional
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish
07.2023 - Current
Child Welfare Specialist
Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services
11.2014 - 10.2019
Psychiatric Counselor
River Oaks Hospital
09.2011 - 10.2014
Management Assistant
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
08.2006 - 09.2011
Mental Health Support Worker
Oakhaven Mental Health
05.2000 - 04.2004
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Southern University And A & M College
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