GLORIA MASCIARELLI-WALKER
PHILADELPHIA PA 19152
advlmy@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Extensive knowledge and work experience in behavioral health field providing quality care to patients and their families. Detail oriented, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with multi-disciplinary team.
EDUCATION
Widener University, Chester PA
College Credits
Benjamin Franklin High School, Philadelphia PA
High School Diploma
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Belmont Behavioral Hospital, Philadelphia, PA May, 1999 - Present
Behavioral Health Associate II
Provide direct patient care for persons receiving psychiatric and substance abuse treatment.
Conduct therapeutic, educational and recreational groups for patients.
Monitor patient’s vital signs regularly and administer Accu-checks and EKGs when required.
Implementation of crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe therapeutic environment.
Daily documentation of patient’s progress in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Facilitate training of new staff and support co-workers in daily unit responsibilities.
Developmental Enterprise Corporation, Willow Grove, PA June, 1990 – May, 1999
Training Instructor
Instruct and assist adults with intellectual disabilities in performing adult daily living skills.
Supervise clients in work force enabling clients to gain employment.
Record daily progress of clients and maintain reports.
Monitor clients’ physical and emotional well-being.
Certifications and Skills
CPR
Vital Signs/EKG/Blood Glucose Testing
Therapeutic Options