Davina Broadnax
The Bronx
Summary
Highly motivated, experienced and reliable worker seeking an opportunity to utilize my work experience to advance my career.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Therapy Aide
Nys Omh Children’s Psychiatric Center
The Bronx
05.2023 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with clients through active listening and empathy.
- Attended regular staff meetings and trainings related to mental health topics.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to the healthcare team.
- Engaged children in recreational activities to promote emotional well-being and social skills.
- Provided crisis intervention support during behavioral emergencies and escalations.
Direct Support Professional
AHRC
Manhattan
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Assisted client with personal hygiene, mobility and transportation.
Home Health Aide
Selfhelp
Manhattan
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
Food Service Worker
Hutchings Psychiatric Center
Syracuse
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes and silverware.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
Sales Associate
CVS Pharmacy
Manhattan
11.2017 - 06.2020
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
Receptionist
Bronx Works, Inc
The Bronx
07.2015 - 09.2017
- Greeted visitors, assessed needs and directed to appropriate personnel.
- Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
- Issued visitor badges, monitored logbooks and reported irregularities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Theatre Arts Production Company
The Bronx, NY06.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Tompkins-Cortland Community College
Dryden, NYSkills
- Strong Communication
- Behavior redirection
- Team building
- Active Listening
- Leader
- Reliable
- Multitasking skills
Timeline
Mental Health Therapy Aide
Nys Omh Children’s Psychiatric Center
05.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
AHRC
06.2022 - 03.2023
Home Health Aide
Selfhelp
09.2021 - 02.2022
Food Service Worker
Hutchings Psychiatric Center
02.2021 - 07.2021
Sales Associate
CVS Pharmacy
11.2017 - 06.2020
Receptionist
Bronx Works, Inc
07.2015 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Theatre Arts Production Company
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Tompkins-Cortland Community College