Keith Chambliss
Philadelphia
Summary
At Mentor Network, I enhanced patient care through streamlined communication and innovative program development, demonstrating proficiency in mental health support and efficiency improvement. My approach, characterized by empathetic listening and cross-cultural understanding, fostered trust and facilitated significant behavioral health advancements, underscoring my commitment to comprehensive and compassionate client support.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Residential Care
Mentor Network
01.1994 - 12.2024
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, ensuring timely updates on patient progress and treatment adjustments.
- Created progress reports, assessments and charting within required timeframes.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic listening and non-judgmental communication, fostering stronger therapeutic alliances.
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques to address negative thought patterns and promote healthier thinking habits among clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring immediate support and safety for affected individuals.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions addressing topics such as coping skills, stress management, and relapse prevention, fostering a supportive environment for participants.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping mechanisms that contributed to sustained behavioral changes and improved overall wellbeing.
- Used Software to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Consulted regularly with psychiatrists regarding medication management recommendations for shared clients, ensuring optimal pharmacological interventions complementing therapy approaches.
- Worked closely with adults and children in community settings, at residential facilities and within homes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and treatment plans in compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
- Advocated on behalf of clients with external stakeholders such as insurance companies and social service agencies, facilitating access to necessary treatments and resources.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, resulting in improved treatment planning and coordination.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Contributed to program development initiatives aimed at improving service delivery within the organization''s behavioral health division.
Education
Bachelor Of Business -
Rosemont College
Rosemont, PennsylvaniaBachelor Of Education -
Strayer University
Philadelphia, TNBachelors Behavioral Health - Behavioral Health
Alvernia University
Philadelphia, PA05.1996
Skills
- Efficiency Improvement
- Self-care awareness
- Cross-Cultural Understanding
- Mental Health Support
Timeline
Behavioral Health Residential Care
Mentor Network
01.1994 - 12.2024
Bachelor Of Business -
Rosemont College
Bachelor Of Education -
Strayer University
Bachelors Behavioral Health - Behavioral Health
Alvernia University
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