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Christine Mahnke

Gilbert

Summary

Competent and knowledgeable about behavioral health program requirements, support strategies, and skill-building techniques. Focused on helping clients improve their well-being by educating clients about substance use prevention techniques, and overall mental health strategies.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

Virtue Recovery Center
03.2023 - Current
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
  • Applied de-escalation techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Administered medications to relieve symptoms and monitor effects on clients.
  • Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
  • Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

Proper Paths LLC
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
  • Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients.
  • Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
  • Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
  • Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
  • Prepared and submitted daily [Type] reports to management.
  • Charted on each patient daily.
  • Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
  • Assisted and counseled 10 patients daily.

Group Facilitator

Alongside Ministries
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Volunteer. Worked with a diverse group of men and woman and facilitated different topics such as grief, anger, emotional gifts, and relapse prevention stages and strategies.
  • Targeted Prison population.
  • Developed open rapport with patients, encouraging sharing of questions and concerns.
  • Maintained positive, comforting environment that felt safe and inviting to clients.

Teacher

Covenant Day Care
03.2020 - 04.2022
  • Development and implementation of an inclusive curriculum that nurtures the children's curiosity and enthusiasm for learning ages 1-5.
  • Utilization of multi-instructional approaches to develop language and vocabulary skills.
  • Design of structured learning experiences combined with play activities for each developmental stage.
  • Effective integration of health, safety and nutritional education into the overall curriculum.
  • Applied structured teaching, behavior analysis, and relationship-based interventions for children on the spectrum.

Live in Nanny

Private Family Home
01.2018 - 08.2020
  • Kept children's areas neat and clean.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.

Shift Lead Manager

Circus Trix, DEFY
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
  • Evaluated employee performance as well as coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
  • Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
  • Counted, balanced and reconciled cash or credit card payments and identified gaps in proper cash-handling procedures.
  • Conducted full claim injury reports.
  • Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
07.2026

Bachelors - Counseling, of Substance Abuse, Chemical Dependency

Grand Canyon University
08.2022

Associate Teacher Certificate -

Saddleback College

Skills

  • Advocacy
  • Knowledge of 12-Step Recovery
  • Knowledge of Celebrate Recovery
  • Knowledge of Motivational Interviewing
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Conflict resolution
  • Community Outreach
  • Task prioritization
  • Strategic Planning
  • Advocacy
  • Business Planning
  • Psychoeducational Therapy
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Staff Leadership
  • Security Oversight
  • Staff Training
  • Microsoft Word
  • Google Sheets
  • Google Calendar
  • Communications and Media
  • Time Management
  • Compassionate
  • Active Listening
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Decision Making
  • Problem-Solving
  • Mental Health Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Behavior Observation
  • Intake Assessment
  • Behavioral Health
  • Client Transportation
  • Vitals Monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • Group Facilitation
  • Employee Training
  • Inventory Control

Certification

  • Level 1 , Fingerprint Clearance, Card
  • CPR Certified.
  • First Aid Certified.
  • Med Tech Certified

Timeline

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

Virtue Recovery Center
03.2023 - Current

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

Proper Paths LLC
04.2022 - 09.2022

Group Facilitator

Alongside Ministries
09.2021 - 04.2022

Teacher

Covenant Day Care
03.2020 - 04.2022

Live in Nanny

Private Family Home
01.2018 - 08.2020

Shift Lead Manager

Circus Trix, DEFY
01.2017 - 01.2019

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Grand Canyon University

Bachelors - Counseling, of Substance Abuse, Chemical Dependency

Grand Canyon University

Associate Teacher Certificate -

Saddleback College

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