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Gillian Dunlap

Colorado Springs

Summary

Enthusiastic professional committed to physical and emotional well-being of class members. Understands thoroughly how bodies move and function and clearly communicates. Orchestrates fun, energetic and motivational exercise classes for students at basic, intermediate, and advanced levels. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Experienced with therapeutic techniques to support mental health and emotional well-being. Utilizes effective communication to foster supportive client environment. Strong understanding of counseling principles and crisis intervention strategies.

Professional with significant experience in mental health care, ready to contribute effectively. Strong skills in patient assessment, therapeutic interventions, and crisis management. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and achieving outcomes in dynamic settings. Dependable, empathetic, and skilled in maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Specialist II

Cedar Springs Hospital
06.2025 - Current
  • Trained new staff members on facility policies, procedures, best practices in mental health care delivery, ensuring consistent service standards across the team.
  • Communicated with clients to develop social and psychiatric observations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health services and support for patients.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions for improved social skills development and emotional regulation in patients.
  • Developed rapport with diverse patient populations, fostering trust and open communication during therapy sessions.
  • Promoted client self-advocacy by assisting them in understanding their rights within the mental health system.

Mental Health Specialist

Cedar Springs Hospital
12.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify mental health needs and create action strategies.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and enhancing communication skills.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and optimize treatment outcomes.
  • Monitored patients' progress, adjusting interventions based on behavioral observations and feedback.
  • Led crisis intervention initiatives, providing immediate support during critical situations for patient safety.
  • Advocated for patient rights, ensuring access to resources and fostering a supportive therapeutic environment.

Yoga Teacher

Hot Asana Yoga Studio
05.2022 - Current
  • Developed and taught yoga classes to students of all ages and levels, emphasizing proper breathing techniques, body alignment, and meditation.
  • Cultivated an environment conducive to learning by creating a welcoming atmosphere in the studio space.
  • Performed assessments to ensure that students were practicing safely and effectively.
  • Demonstrated poses through verbal instructions as well as visual demonstrations when needed.
  • Encouraged students to challenge themselves while maintaining safety guidelines at all times.

Front Desk Receptionist

Hot Asana Yoga Studio
04.2021 - Current
  • Greeted customers warmly and made them feel welcome.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, and in person.
  • Processed payments from customers using a variety of payment methods including credit cards, checks and money orders.
  • Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate personnel or department and took messages as needed.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
  • Updated customer information in databases regularly to ensure accuracy of records.
  • Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
  • Answered incoming calls, directed them to appropriate personnel and took messages.

Youth Climbing Coach

CityRock
08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Developed individualized training plans to enhance athlete performance and skill development.
  • Conducted regular assessments to evaluate player progress and adjust coaching strategies accordingly.
  • Led team meetings to foster communication, collaboration, and a positive team culture.
  • Implemented performance tracking systems to monitor athlete statistics and training outcomes.
  • Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
  • Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
05-2024

Skills

  • Progress Reporting
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Experience management
  • Individual mentoring
  • Injury Prevention
  • Relationship Building
  • Course Planning
  • Multitasking
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Time management abilities
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Team building
  • Breathing Exercises
  • Anxiety reduction techniques
  • Self-esteem building
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder treatment
  • Stress management strategies

Affiliations

  • Outdoor and indoor climbing
  • Yoga, breathwork, and meditation
  • Camping
  • Skiing
  • Hiking with my dog
  • Traveling
  • Composting

Certification

  • Certified Yoga Instructor

Timeline

Mental Health Specialist II

Cedar Springs Hospital
06.2025 - Current

Mental Health Specialist

Cedar Springs Hospital
12.2024 - Current

Youth Climbing Coach

CityRock
08.2024 - 01.2025

Yoga Teacher

Hot Asana Yoga Studio
05.2022 - Current

Front Desk Receptionist

Hot Asana Yoga Studio
04.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Colorado At Colorado Springs

References

Tom McNeany - 815-262-3347

Sarah Spence - 434-489-8032

Maggie Cooper - 719-232-0599

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