Kandice Swan
Blue Springs
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Compassionate individual committed to enhancing patient experiences through effective collaboration and detailed planning of personalized care. Skilled at staying calm and productive in emergency situations. Extensive understanding of Autism patients. 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
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Assistant
Woodland Acres Theraputic Group Home
10.2023 - Current
- Provided personalized assistance to residents with daily tasks such as grooming, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Managed medication administration for multiple residents, ensuring timely distribution according to prescribed dosages while maintaining accurate records of usage and refills needed.
- Promoted resident independence by encouraging self-care and decision-making skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Improved group home atmosphere by fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive living environment.
- Assisted in conflict resolution among residents by mediating disputes and promoting effective communication strategies.
- Conducted thorough facility inspections to ensure compliance with state regulations and maintain a clean, hazard-free environment for residents and staff alike.
Behavioral Health Assistant
Millcreek Of Pontotoc Treatment Center
04.2019 - Current
- Assisted clinicians in developing behavior modification strategies aimed at improving overall quality of life for individuals struggling with chronic mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with personalized care plans tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills and genuine empathy for their struggles, establishing trust necessary for successful therapeutic relationships.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing acute mental health distress, offering immediate support and connecting them with appropriate resources.
- Conducted thorough assessments of new patients, gathering essential information needed to create effective treatment plans.
- Participated in case reviews and treatment team meetings, providing valuable input based on direct observations of patient progress and needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and interventions.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, ensuring accurate records were available for ongoing care coordination efforts among the healthcare team.
- Assisted in crisis intervention efforts, successfully deescalating high-risk situations while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ingomar Attendance Center
Union County MS05.2010
Skills
- Emotional Regulation
- Mental Health Support
- Self-Care Promotion
- Behavior Modification
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Developmental disabilities knowledge
- Clinical Documentation
- Child and adolescent care
- Behavior Management
- Medication Administration
- Crisis Intervention
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Progress Monitoring
- Patient Records Documentation
- Patient Monitoring
- Safety Management
- Clean rooms
Timeline
Behavioral Health Assistant
Woodland Acres Theraputic Group Home
10.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Assistant
Millcreek Of Pontotoc Treatment Center
04.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ingomar Attendance Center
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