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My career aspiration is to strengthen the communities awareness to public health and safety in both clinical and correctional experience and knowledge basein a variety of settings such as: inpatient psychiatric, group homes and recovery housing. thatve been evolving since 2003 Paired with my college studies andanalysis of best approaches to Addiction among diverse populations. As theCrimological factors of Behavioral health were trauma-informed care, with interdisciplinary teams, Clinical Psychology and crisis management in a clinical setting and community engagement partnership.As a skilled clinical supervisor/ case manager I offer a unique set of qualities that empower supervisees to enhance their clinical skills, build confidence, and deliver exceptional patient care. I've been lucky enough as a leader within my professional work, accumulated applied clinical hours certifications on my free time and guidance through the development process from program directors. Here are the things I would consider to be important as a member of your team! Empathy fuelled Supportive Approach:An exceptional clinical supervisor understands the challenges faced by supervisees and approaches them with empathy and support. By creating a safe and nurturing environment, it encourages open communication, allowing supervisees to share their concerns and vulnerabilities without fear of judgment.Overcoming these concerns and vulnerabilities improves their life and the ability to help others.Meanwhile supporting team bonding and building rapport and trust with one another.Applied skill set: It's not just about clinical practice. It's about the entire package. Being willing to share the success you have had and help them find their own in and out of the office! By utilizing my highly effective communication skills which i believe is thecornerstone of successful clinical supervision, A skilled supervisor actively listens, provides constructive feedback, and clearly articulates expectations and goals. I do this by asking for feedback from supervisees in effort to understand their needs. They can feel open to addressing any questions or concerns. I Implement active listening techniques during sessions, and use clear and concise language to convey feedback. Cultivating a Reflective Practice:As an enthusiastic supervisor, encourage supervisees to engage in reflective practice, helping them deepen their understanding of their therapeutic work.By asking thought-provoking questions, they can foster critical thinking, leading to improved self-awareness and clinical insight. Setting best standards of practice by example, while Incorporating reflective exercises, such as journaling or case studies, to encourage self- exploration and critical analysis. Being flexible and Adaptable:Every supervisee is unique, with varying learning styles and needs. A great clinical supervisor recognizes this and adapts their approach to cater to individual strengths and challenges. I offer flexibility in their guidance, allowing room for supervisees to explore their preferred therapeutic approach while providing gentle guidance when necessary. I tailor my supervision sessions to accommodate individual learning preferences and acknowledge diverse therapeutic approaches. If they take interest in an area where they nay be lacking and connect them to a colleague that excels in that area. This can mentor how important networking can be. Commitment to my own professional developmentApplied Practice: I Attend workshops, seminars, or conferences regularly to enhance knowledge and skills, and share insights with supervisees. Maintaining a healthy balance between constructive feedback and praise. By encouraging their achievements and providing specific feedback on areas that need improvement. By acknowledging progress and offering guidance thereby motivates others to strive for excellence. Putting into Practice: Providing timely feedback that focuses on strengths and areas for growth, with actionable steps for improvement and measurable and achievable goals.My own goals as a clinical supervisor:Fostering a supportive learning environment, nurturing growth, and cultivating excellence in mental health professionals. Empathy, strong communication, reflective practice, adaptability, My own commitment to learning, and a balanced approach to feedback are crucial components to a successful clinical supervision experience. By embodying these qualities and consistently putting them into practice, I can empower the strengths of supervisees to become competent and compassionate mental health practitioners, positively impacting the lives of their clients. Ability to thrive in clinical-crisis settings, (ITA) secured units, and Correctional institutions. utilizing nonviolent interventions (CPI), introducing grounding Techniques, trauma-informed and patient centred care are paramount, and oftentimes become more customizable. I am a " take action," and not " freeze" type personality. Working with Individuals that our at their most vulnerable state require patience and support. The areas I am most skilled at. Both in Psychiatric secured and mid level security Correctional institutions. Work ExperienceBehavior ConsultantAltoris Behaviour Support LLC-Portland, OR 07/ 2023 to 11/ 2023As a Behavioral Consultant; I just could not find a healthy and sustainable work-life balance. The commute from southern Oregon and back to Vancouver took it's toll on me and felt the 2 to 3 hours of driving negatively impacted my family and my own wellness overall.As a Behaviour Consultant, My caseload client/providers ranged from 15 to 50 at a time in various stages of their Behavioral Support Planning, diagnosis, non diagnosed Behavioural health challenges, age, progression in age related cognitive decline, memory loss, even hospice care Behavioral plans are often highly recommended. Building Behavior Support Plans for individuals with disabilities related to the following: Our clients were the providers and caregivers themselves.Lifeline Connections Crisis triage and stabilization center-Vancouver WA 07- 2022 to 01- 2023 Cultivated and maintained effective communication with members of the interdisciplinary care team. Utilized motivational interviewing skills for patient engagement in case management plan of care. Documented patient progress notes to maintain record of case activity and generate statistical reports and billing purposes(productivity] Advocated for patients in healthcare or social service environments to promote wellness and autonomy and reduce recidivism Able to Identified at-risk populations using approved screening tools and followed established reporting procedures during intake and discharge planning and maintained partnerships with local organizations for supportive services and sought new opportunities Safety Planning and risk assessments for both suicidal and homicidal idea One on one counselling during times of active psychosis, rage, violent Behavior, Suicidal and Homicidal ideation, mania, depression in the least evasive way possible.Maintaining environments to promote wellness and autonomy. Reporting procedures: if an event is not mentioned in a progress note or was not quoted in a memo to chart, it never happened. Developed and maintained partnerships with local organizations for supportive services opportunities. Extensive Safety measures conducted Screening for weapons and paraphernalia. Thorough admissions- inventory check is done for all of the patients items that are brought into the facility for intake one by one listed. Staff rotated a safety checks notebook where each patient had to be accounted for are 15, 30 and hourly intervals and what, where they were and what they were doing at said time. Coordinated patients discharge plans, referrals, appointments and treatment services planned list of things they previously decided as milestones and goals noted future. Inform for upcoming apt info as well. One on one counselling during times of active psychosis, rage, thought of using. Violent behavior,Suicidal and Homicidal ideation. Clinical certification acquired at crisis center: pertaining to this specific role transcript is available. Established and maintained relationships with other community agencies and organizations to meet community needs and avoid duplication of services. Provided direct service and support to individuals and clients, such as handling referral for supportive treatment and services issues, conducting needs evaluation, and resolving complaints. Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.Prison Re-entry NavigatorXCHANGE RECOVERY CENTER-Ridgefield, WA12/01/ 2023 to 02/01/2024 I initiated the newly funded JAG Grant and corresponded with 40 plus inmates to get them resources they were not otherwise able to receive before grant. I Was granted security level II, allowing me to visit Prison grounds regularly. Our first visit was to WCCRC in Shelton, WA This was huge for Washington state correction institution and criminal Justice.Washington StatesDepartment of Corrections or DOC saw JAG as a stepping stone into how correspondence with community services like Peer support collaboration; acting as a "warm hand off partner" to our individual inmates in their County of Origin was crucial. SECURUS DATABASE was my daily method of communication from inmate (client) and peer support was through a costly communication portal connected to iPad in their pods. Their name was never used when building resource-support plans and while incarcerated in WCC-RC prison in Shelton, WA each message back and forth 2dollars each way, after purchasing "stamps." " PUTTING IN THE FOOT WORKCAN MEAN MANY DIFFFERENT THINGS TO MANY SEPERATEAGENCIES."Program OverviewNamed after Edward Eddie R. Byrne, an officer in the New York City Police Department who was murdered while protecting a witness in a drug case, the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program is the leading federal source of criminal justice funding to state and local jurisdictions. Administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), the JAG Program provides states with critical funding: Law enforcement; Prosecution and court; Prevention and education; Corrections and community corrections, including re-entry; Drug treatment and enforcement; Planning, evaluation, and technology improvement; Crime victim and witness initiatives; Mental health programs and related law enforcement and corrections programs, including Behavioral programs and crisis intervention teams; and Implementation of state crisis intervention court proceedings and related programs or initiatives including, but not limited to mental health courts, drug courts, veterans courts, and extreme risk protection order programs.By Legislation: Funding and Awards in addressing these challenges. In FY 2023, the JAG areas of emphasis are: Advancing Justice System Reform Efforts; Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities; Preventing and Combating Hate Crimes; Crime and Violence Reduction Strategies; and Community Based Violence Intervention (CVI)Approaches.Housing support SpecialistLifeline Connections01/10/2023-07/2024Implemented and ran the TRUE-BLOOD PROGRAM (re entry recovery house) at Lifeline ConnectionsRecovery of SUDP residences for those whom were never given competency restoration services while incarcerated. House manager for a triplex of clients and accessed their housing needs. Monitored their Urine Analysis and home upkeep.Lifeline Connections Crisis triage and stabilization (CTS) Clinical crisis Case Manager07/2022-01/10/2023 The following coordinated care was facilitated by myself and client in immediate crisis. Helped patients reach plan of care goals through case reviews. Facilitated referrals to collaborative specialty health providers to drive continuity of care Engaging with clients to assess their needs based on their Behavioral health and SUD treatment goals. Identifying barriers to mental wellness by taking a collaborative approach to community services and treatment options.Certified: Agency affiliated counselling National provider credentials Medicaid provider NPI # CPR certification CPI certifications Mental health first aid HIPAA for mental health DEI: Multicultural Care for the Clinician Conflict Resolution Techniques Community Inclusion Discrimination: Its Impact on Healthcare Domestic Violence Awareness for Healthcare Personnel Documentation: The Legal Side Safety Training: De-Escalation Incident Reporting in Behavioral Health Overview of Family Psychoeducational Implicit Bias in Healthcare Records Managing Assaultive and Abusive Behavior Working with Individuals Experiencing Homelessness Safety Training: Communication Strategies Humility and Respect in health care Lethal Means Counselling Understanding Intellectual DisabiliSecurity OfficerMetro Watch-Vancouver, WAOctober 2019 to June 2020Secured overnight facilities, apartment units, and construction sites. Supervised fire patrol Secured a fire watch while smouldering continued. Would spend graveyard shifts in vehicle alone in suspicious areas all around Vancouver, WA and where known crime such as break ins would often occur.Had many contacts with Vancouver Police Department during shifts. Actor: Films-televisionCandidate's Name -French)-Portland, OR06- 2003 to 04- 2017 Kristin M. Meade - IMDbimdb.com/name/nm/5257300 Professional Actor: (Kristin Meade) then agent/talent-agency: Actors In Action (AIA) represented in2003' and at most fearless and ambitious version of me yet. Film makingFOUNDER & PRODUCER Rebel Yell Productions Co. Experience with Scouting Music Video locations permits, or studio. In house photography and cinematography Collaboration with Portlands very first Fashion Week. Runway model training for teens models. During that time and taught and casted people for Runwayand trunk shows.I was represented by the highly recommended talent scout in the PACIFIC NW ans now seeking new representation.First Appearance:FUSE d Blake Lively. EMAIL AVAILABLECNA/Med TechPark way North Care Facility-BattleGround, WAMay 2000 to September 2004Working one-on-one with dementia and Alzheimer's unit care the secure unit of Parkway nursing home as acertified nurse's assistant and medication Aid from 2001 to 2004This was my introduction to working with developmental disabilities and disabilities of all age groups from children to senior citizens hospice care and direct one- on-one care with seniors meeting ADL assistance.Security ClearanceHEWLETTE PACKARD (SECURITAS)-Vancouver, WAO9/2002 to 12/2003Checked in foreign business consulting companies Checked on credentials through database Also worked in the monitoring room where wemonitored many areas of campus via cameras.I would fill-in on graveyard guard duty many times. So I do have guard card just needs to be recognized active. Also secured the Employee entrance drive up gateswhen needed and had uniform. Contracted throughSECURITAS HEWLETT PACKARDEducationBachelor's degree in Social Science AddictionPsychology CriminologyWashington State University - Vancouver, WASeptember 2019 to June 2022Associate's degree in Psychology Juvenile Delinquency CRIMClark College - Vancouver, WAOctober 2017 to June 2019Skills Case Planning and Management Community Resources coordinated care Addiction counsellingCrisis intervention and managementBehavioral ConsultantIntake Assessments Discharge SummariesIndividual / group counsellingCommunity engagement and NetworkingCPI CertificationNPI and Medicaid provider Identifier number CPR active Mental Health First Aid Certification First Aid CertificationDe escalation non violent CPI CertificationCPR CertificationTrauma-informed care certificationNPI national provider identification #Mental health First AidNARCAN distribution CertifiedSuicide Assessment Through a Correctional lensBlood borne Pathogen Safety TrainingACES Adverse childhood experiencesDriver's LicenseAgency Affiliated Counsellor CredentialNCPI Youth Crisis interventionNCPI Crime Reduction COPS certificationTrauma informed: PTSD counselling certificationDomestic violence Counselling Procedural Certification |
