Danesha Cox
Winston-Salem
Summary
Upbeat, energetic and hardworking. I aim to create a positive and productive work environment by communicating with team members, setting clear goals, and providing quality patient care. Attentive, responsive, dependable, and vigilant with a highly protective nature. Organized and detailed oriented with education in Psychology.
Mental health professional with solid track record in patient care and therapeutic support. Skilled in crisis intervention, patient assessment, and developing personalized care plans. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs. Dependable with deep understanding of mental health conditions and effective communication techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Tech
Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services
08.2023 - Current
- Assisting patients with daily activities, such as eating, bathing, dressing, and using the bathroom.
- Taking vital signs, such as blood pressure, breathing rate, and pulse rate.
- Administering medications and ensuring patients take them.
- Leading patients in recreational and therapeutic activities.
- Reporting changes in patient behavior or health to medical staff, and communicating with patients, families, and other staff.
- Ensuring patients are safe and comfortable, and intervening if they become dangerous to themselves or others.
- Helping patients with intake and discharge.
- Collaborating with the treatment team to ensure patients follow their treatment plans.
- Assisting in developing behavioral treatments, such as anger management and coping skills.
- Managing program schedules, including telehealth appointments, group activities, and individual check-ins.
Lead Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2017 - Current
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sale reports, setting up incoming shift change.
- Preparing cash drawers and noting inventory.
Lead Bartender
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2017 - Current
- Kept the bar presentable and well stocked.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Crafted special drinks and cocktails.
Childcare Nanny
University of VA Doctors
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Responsible for 10+ kids alone at a time.
- Helped children learn how to complete small chores appropriate for age level.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extracurricular activities.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties.
- Traveled with family to care for children, allowing parents to share private time while giving children fun adventures in many diverse environments.
- Engaged with children individually to build positive relationships.
Sales Associate
Justice Retail
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Opened and closed the store independently and prepared a night bank drop for the manager.
- Facilitated high volumes of cash, credit, and gift cards.
Education
BS - Psychology
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VASkills
- Behavior Modeling
- Flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Leadership
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Positive attitude
- Active listening
- Empathy
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- De-escalation techniques
Certification
- CPR Certified
- CPI Certified
- BLS Certified
- First Aid Certified
Timeline
Mental Health Tech
Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services
08.2023 - Current
Lead Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2017 - Current
Lead Bartender
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2017 - Current
Childcare Nanny
University of VA Doctors
06.2016 - 08.2018
Sales Associate
Justice Retail
08.2015 - 01.2017
BS - Psychology
Virginia State University
Awards
All American Cheerleader – 2011-2012, Awarded student of the year - 2015