Health Worker Activities Director

Nikita McBride

**** ***** **** ****. *******, Ill 60653 773-***-**** *********@*******.***

OBJECTIVE

Social Services

EDUCATION

Chicago High School of Metropolitan Chicago, IL

Diploma Received 1985

State Approved IM+CANS

Illinois Medicaid Comprehensive Assessment of Needs and Strengths

SOCIAL SERVICES EXPERIENCE -

Case Manager October 2021- present

Anixter Center

Mental Health Worker August 2010- October 2021

Heartland Alliance Health

Engages individuals, families, and groups in a therapeutic relationship within which mental health and addictions services can be provided

Completes a comprehensive psycho-social assessment in collaboration with the treatment team with special emphasis on participants’ current functioning, strengths, and abilities

Collaborates with the participant to develop an individualized treatment plan, inclusive of the participant’s goals and treatment recommendations which will enhance the participant’s quality of life regarding mental health and substance abuse issues

Works to teach and enhance skill-building/development regarding ADL’s

Provides education and support in relation to mental health and/or substance use issues.

Completes accurately and in a timely manner all necessary forms, case records and statistical reports in accord with program guidelines and contractual obligations. Submits such documentation to the supervisor/manager within the designated timelines.

Maintain a strong therapeutic alliance with participants through assertive case management, advocacy, and resource assistance, including but not limited to medical health needs, housing, vocational services, benefits and entitlements

Provide medication monitoring and training, as assigned.

Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with external social service, mental health, and addictions service providers

Adhere to professional standards as outlined by governmental bodies, NASW (and/or other appropriate professional associations), private funding sources, Organization plans/policies and program guidelines

Activation Director Nov 2005-Nov 2010

Pathways Health Services

Implemented goals in needs assessments, including mental, physical, functional, cultural, financial, environmental, and life goals to determine appropriate referrals

Responsible for: attendance, ensuring facility rules are followed, informing participants of safety guidelines, and managing incidents of conflict or medical emergencies.

Monitored patients' progress in their rehabilitation and design activities which complemented their medical treatment.

Planned and facilitated games and sports, created arts and crafts projects and organized entertainment events such as concerts and plays. Coordinated with facility managers to develop activities that are suitable and enjoyable to the residents.

Activities Director Oct 2005-Nov2005

Midwest Mental Health

Provided clients treatment services and recreational activities to mentally and physically adults

Provided clients with socialization effectively, and produced clients with a greater independence

Developed and carried out therapeutic interventions consistent with the clients’ needs and interests

Conducted small therapeutic groups, and tucked performance of progress notes

Activities Supervisor Oct 2002- Feb 2004

Heartland Healthcare

Assisted Staff with placement of the residents

Provided group therapy for clients, prepared daily group notes, updated 30 progress reports on a daily basis

Instructed clients in self-care with completing ADL’s

Directed clients with encouragement and positive reinforcements as needed.

Helped clients plan for their supportive needs after leaving in-patient care

Provided patients with excellent customer services with assistance to therapy or inpatient hospitalization.

Implemented, coordinated, and encouraged individual group activities for patients

Certification:

First AID-CPR-AED Adult/Child, Mental Health First Aid, ICAM training

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