BRIANA
LEWIS
**************@*****.***
New Albany, IN 47150
CONTACT
SKILLS
• Active listening
• Empathy
• Clear communication
• Conflict resolution
• Boundary setting
• Time management
Dynamic Group Facilitator at Avenues with expertise in active listening and conflict resolution. Proven ability to foster inclusive environments, guiding impactful discussions that promote emotional expression and personal growth. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to align therapeutic goals, ensuring high-quality care and client engagement in recovery programs.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Group Facilitator
Avenues, Clarksville, IN
Behavioral Health Technician
Avenues, clarksville, IN
EXPERIENCE
January 2022 - Present
Facilitate therapeutic, psychoeducational, and process groups using evidence- based practices.
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Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment that promotes client engagement and emotional expression.
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Guide group discussions to help participants explore emotions, behaviors, and
• patterns related to mental health, trauma, and addiction. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to align group topics with individual treatment goals and program objectives.
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Monitor group dynamics and respond appropriately to challenging behaviors or emotional triggers.
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Document group participation, client progress, and relevant clinical observations
• in a timely and accurate manner.
Develop and adapt group curricula and materials based on client needs, cultural competency, and emerging best practices.
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Provide encouragement, accountability, and therapeutic support to promote positive coping strategies and personal growth.
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• Uphold confidentiality, ethical boundaries, and all applicable clinical standards. Participate in team meetings, trainings, and supervision to ensure high-quality care delivery.
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January 2023 - September 2023
Provide direct support to clients in a residential or outpatient recovery program, ensuring a safe, structured, and compassionate environment.
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Monitor and document client behaviors, mood changes, and daily activities
• accurately and in compliance with agency and licensing standards. Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), medication reminders (if applicable), and adherence to treatment schedules.
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Behavioral Health Technician
Volunteers of America, Louisville, KY
Conduct routine checks and room searches to maintain program safety and uphold rules and boundaries.
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Support and reinforce recovery goals by modeling healthy coping skills,
• communication, and boundaries.
Assist in the facilitation of recovery-related activities, peer support groups, and educational workshops.
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Respond promptly and professionally to client crises, escalating concerns to clinical staff as needed.
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Build rapport with clients while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
• and confidentiality.
Participate in shift change reports, staff meetings, and ongoing training to ensure continuity of care and professional development.
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Uphold agency values of respect, dignity, accountability, and recovery-oriented care at all times.
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June 2022 - December 2022
Provide direct support to clients in a residential or outpatient recovery program,
• ensuring a safe, structured, and compassionate environment. Monitor and document client behaviors, mood changes, and daily activities accurately and in compliance with agency and licensing standards.
•
Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), medication reminders (if applicable), and adherence to treatment schedules.
•
Conduct routine checks and room searches to maintain program safety and
• uphold rules and boundaries.
Support and reinforce recovery goals by modeling healthy coping skills, communication, and boundaries.
•
Assist in the facilitation of recovery-related activities, peer support groups, and educational workshops.
•
Respond promptly and professionally to client crises, escalating concerns to
• clinical staff as needed.
Build rapport with clients while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
•
Participate in shift change reports, staff meetings, and ongoing training to ensure continuity of care and professional development.
•
Uphold agency values of respect, dignity, accountability, and recovery-oriented
• care at all times.
Bachelors of social work(BSW) in Social Work Candidate University of the Cumberlands, Williamsburg, KY
EDUCATION
Expected graduation May 2027
GPA 3.50
Awards & Honors
• Dean's list for A/B Honor roll