Deanne Grant-Weisberg
Cochrane,Alberta
Summary
Seasoned and compassionate Community Mental Health Worker ready for a new position handling various tasks in fast-paced setting. Strong assessment skills, excellent communication, empathy, and problem-solving to effectively support clients and contribute to positive outcomes. A background in providing supportive counseling to individuals and families, strong skills in crisis intervention, case management, and community outreach have been honed through work in diverse environments. Notable impact includes promoting mental health awareness within communities and advocating for patient rights. Skilled in developing personalized care plans, and facilitating group therapy sessions. Demonstrated ability to improve patient well-being through effective communication, empathy, and education with a judgment free belief system. Caring mental health professional offering background in treating trauma, mental health, addictions, couple and family issues in a supportive and respectful manner. A strong focus on client resiliency, stabilization of the foundation, prevention and making those impactful and necessary connections with the appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team and education to reduce impacts and recurrence of serious issues. Collaboration with resources to create solid support networks for client and family needs.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Chair Person- Volunteer Position
Seniors Access to Independent Living
Virden, Manitoba
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Evaluated potential candidates for positions prior to hiring decisions being made.
- Assisted in recruiting new members for the board as needed.
- Ensured adherence to legal requirements pertaining to nonprofit boards of directors.
- Organized and chaired board meetings to ensure all agenda items were discussed in a timely manner.
- Facilitated discussions between board members on issues of importance and relevance.
- Acted as a representative for the organization at public events or fundraisers.
- Provided leadership guidance to ensure that strategic objectives were met in a timely fashion.
- Presided over disciplinary proceedings involving board members or employees when necessary.
- Established relationships with external partners as needed.
- Signed and approved budgets for new funding and program initiatives.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
Community Mental Health Worker
Governemnt of Manitoba, Norman RHA, Assisiboine RHA
Flin Flon, The Pas, Virden, , Manitoba
10.1990 - 06.2021
- Conducted assessments of client needs and developed individualized treatment plans accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of all services provided to clients while adhering to confidentiality guidelines.
- Developed positive relationships with clients by providing compassionate care and support.
- Coordinated referrals to appropriate community resources based on identified needs.
- Monitored client progress through review of case notes, client interviews, and observation of behavior changes.
- Advocating on behalf of clients to ensure they receive necessary resources from external agencies.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups for adults with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and trauma.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure the highest quality care for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention and counseling services to individuals in need of mental health support.
- Facilitated group activities that promote socialization among peers who have similar diagnosis.
- Provided education about mental illness symptoms and coping mechanisms to families in order to reduce stigma.
- Helped clients deal with substance abuse, mental illness and other concerns by delivering personalized counseling support.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Selected and compiled relevant information and resources for clients to support individuals in overcoming mental and emotional problems.
- Promoted suicide awareness by conducting proactive assessments and implementing interventions.
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss happenings in life to help client develop insight into themselves and relationships.
- Developed and maintained a therapeutic rapport with patients to facilitate recovery.
- Assisted patients in developing life skills for improved independence.
- Monitored, evaluated and recorded client progress with respect to treatment goals.
- Reviewed records to evaluate mental or physical condition of client or patient.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments and implemented safety plans as needed.
- Led mindfulness and relaxation techniques workshops to reduce stress and anxiety.
- Advocated for patients' rights and access to necessary health care services.
- Enhanced and devised treatment strategies to promote continued progress.
- Engaged patients in therapeutic activities to promote social skills and community integration.
- Assisted clients with conflict resolution strategies and anger management techniques.
- Documented all patient interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic health records.
- Created client treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
- Conducted initial patient assessments to develop personalized care plans.
- Referred clients to external resources for additional support.
- Devised community-based programs focused on combating specific problems.
- Enhanced counseling services with multifaceted approach incorporating multiple disciplines.
- Provided support for individuals struggling with substance abuse in conjunction with mental health issues.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide treatment interventions.
- Monitored patient progress and updated treatment plans in collaboration with psychiatrists.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on coping strategies and peer support.
- Monitored and educated clients on medication usage, symptoms and side effects.
- Conducted community outreach programs to raise awareness about mental health issues.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care and progress.
- Coordinated with family members to provide education and coping strategies to better assist their struggling family and support themselves during the difficult time.
- Compiled community resources for food, clothing and shelter to assist patients in having the basic needs cared for in order for them to focus on the issues such as mental health, family, children, employment issues
Education
Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Psychiatric Nursing
Selkirk School Of Psychiatric Nursing
Selkirk, MB07-1987
Skills
- Resource Utilization
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Community Outreach
- Interpersonal Communication
- Relationship Building
- Written Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
- Meeting facilitation
- Consulting
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
Affiliations
In addition to my 30 years of Community Mental Health Worker experience and my 2 years as a Chairperson for a non profit board serving seniors in my community and outlying areas, I also am a Certified Yoga Instructor, Reiki Master, Yoga Nidra Certified Facilitator(form of mediatation), Raindrop Technique Specialist and ran my own business called Absolute Serenity in Manitoba.
I am known to be a strong advocate with many examples available.
I relocated to Cochrane to be closer to my adult children and live a peaceful life with my aging dog. Although retired, I feel eager to re enter the work force on a part time basis.
Timeline
Chair Person- Volunteer Position
Seniors Access to Independent Living
06.2022 - 05.2024
Community Mental Health Worker
Governemnt of Manitoba, Norman RHA, Assisiboine RHA
10.1990 - 06.2021
Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Psychiatric Nursing
Selkirk School Of Psychiatric Nursing
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