Behavioral Support Specialist with Care Experience

LASHONDRA LAWRENCE

Lafayette, LA *****

************@*****.*** / 337-***-****

SUMMARY

Responsible professional experienced in coordinating behavioral support for clients. Strong history of maintaining accurate documentation and daily reports, helping clients and assisting with daily programming. SKILLS

Patient observation

Behavioral support

Independent living skills

Compassionate care

Family engagement

EXPERIENCE

Mental Health Technician / Vermillion Behavioral Health - Lafayette 08/2022 - 02/2025 Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients. Actively participated in continuing education programs related to mental health care delivery. Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior. Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours. Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary. DSW Worker / Caring Touch Home Health Care - Lafayette, Louisiana 01/2022 - 09/2022 Monitored clients' medical conditions and reported changes or concerns to appropriate personnel. Educated family members on how best to support the clients' needs at home or within the community setting. Assisted clients in developing independent living skills, such as budgeting, nutrition, household management and personal hygiene.

Provided transportation assistance for clients who need assistance getting from one place to another. Direct Service Worker / New Iberia Manor North - New Iberia, Louisiana 02/2017 - 11/2021 Supported individuals in developing independent living skills and daily activities of living. Encouraged independence through positive reinforcement techniques. Assisted with meal preparation, bathing, toileting, grooming, and dressing as necessary. Coordinated transportation for appointments, errands, and other needs as required by each individual's plan of care.

Ensured that medications were taken correctly according to physician orders. Provided direct care to individuals with disabilities in a residential setting. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

High School Diploma 05/1994

New Iberia Senior High School - New Iberia, Louisiana LL

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