Behavioral Specialist Client Care

Curtis Duff

614-***-****

Gahanna, OH

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Skills/Abilities

Highly skilled Adaptive Behavioral Specialist and Direct Support Provider; Caring and compassionate active listener who is non-judgmental and resourceful; Exceptional verbal and interpersonal communication skills; Excels at problem resolution; Committed to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care; Broad experience in de-escalation, client care and cultural competency; Highly organized; Proven critical thinking and problem-solving abilities; Proven track-record of collaboration, and relationship-building. Experience:

Lead Adaptive Behavioral Specialist – St. Vincent Family Center, Columbus, OH (2018 – Present)

• Provide a safe, secure, and dependable support and assistance in a residential setting;

• Foster full social inclusion, independence, personal and economic well-being;

• Implement and facilitate behavioral/habilitation plans including medication administration;

• Ensure standard operating procedures, program policy and procedures, and the client interventions process are implemented appropriately;

• Observe client behavior and intervene appropriately;

• Provide support and mentoring for clients through a person-centered approach;

• Ensure that the clients are included in problem-solving and decision-making;

• Establish a therapeutic relationship with clients to ensure effective guidance, support and service delivery;

• Ensure that all records and charting and other daily and historical logs are up to date and accurate;

• Maintain confidentiality, respect human rights and practice universal precautions. Youth Leader – New Life Group Home, Reynoldsburg, OH (2016 – 2019)

• Taught residential clients necessary life skills and provided for their physical daily care;

• Created and fostered partnerships to establish and maintain a positive culture;

• Monitored behavior management and support plans providing input and recommendations;

• Improved client behavior through coping skills and other therapeutic interventions;

• Conducted daily documentation such as contact notes, progress notes, and precautionary notes. Youth Leader – Pomegranate Health Systems, Columbus, OH (2014 – 2016)

• Provided one-on-one and group supervision, intervention, and leadership;

• Interacted with and supervised clients during daily activities ensuring their safety and security.;

• Observed activities and responded accordingly including in emergency situations;

• Built and sustained relationships with clients, families, staff and management;

• Attended all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required. Education and Training

Business Administration – Columbus State Community College, Columbus, OH Certified: Medication Administration

Certified: CPR and First Aid

Certified: Therapeutic Crisis Intervention

Certified: Verbal De-escalation

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