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Alton Spencer

Salisbury

Summary

Professional in Mental Health and Behavioral services with a strong background in mental health care and patient support. Skilled in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, crisis intervention, and therapeutic techniques. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs, utilizing empathy, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist

HealthPort
10.2017 - Current
  • Assisted in developing individualized rehabilitation plans for clients experiencing mental health challenges.
  • Supported daily activities and social interactions to promote client engagement and recovery.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care and support services.
  • Monitored client progress, documenting observations and adjusting strategies as needed.
  • Educated clients on coping strategies and effective communication techniques for better outcomes.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, encouraging peer support and shared experiences among participants.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems to maintain accurate documentation of client interactions.
  • Attended training sessions to enhance knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation best practices and methodologies.
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans, setting attainable goals and working closely with the patient towards achieving them.
  • Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining high standards of care through diligent time management practices and prioritization of tasks based on urgency or need level.
  • Served as a liaison between healthcare providers, legal representatives, and insurance companies during care coordination meetings to ensure continuity of care for patients transitioning between levels of support.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
  • Collaborated with treatment teams to monitor patient progress, adjusting rehabilitation goals as needed.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness through regular data collection and analysis, informing continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of MD Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD
05-2017

Skills

  • Vocational rehabilitation
  • Family support
  • Medication management
  • Multicultural competence
  • Individual counseling
  • Behavioral management
  • Mental health assessment
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Critical thinking

Certification

  • Licensed Qualified Mental Health Professional

Timeline

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist

HealthPort
10.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of MD Eastern Shore
Alton Spencer