Sheliah E.

Smith
305 Talon Court Smyrna, Delaware 19977
Home (302) 653-2506 Cell (201) 725-3735
sh-smith@hotmail.com
Objective: To obtain a position within a growing company that services children, adolescents and adults displaying severe social, emotional, mental and /or
behavioral disorders in a community setting.
Experience:
DSCYF (Day Treatment Program)
February 2011-Present
Teacher Aide

Utilize database to enter and update students information

Taught students individually and in groups to reinforce learning concepts

Motivated students to achieve at their highest level of ability thru assignments and activities

Maintained a positive & professional relationship with faculty, staff & students

Assist with updating IEP/ EPT goals of students progress while in the milieu

To attend all scheduled staff meetings/in-service training

Assist w/ planning and scheduling of activities for clients in the community

Administering, scoring and reporting test results for clients case files
Delaware Guidance
February 2010- Present
Crisis Counselor

Manage caseloads up to 30 clients

Interview clients & family members to gather personal information

Observe and assess clients to detect indications of abnormal physical &mental behaviors

Assess the risk level of clients through phone calls, home visits & school visits

To maintain, type and file accurate detailed clients information

Determine if clients meet the criteria for hospitalization

Maintain professional interaction in the community with hospital staff, police& school personnel

Provides counseling &support to clients & families who receive services

Delaware Guidance
February 2010- 2011
Social Service Aide (Day Treatment Program)

Routinely facilitated small therapeutic groups on Anger Management, Impulse Control, Social Skills, Coping Skills & Relaxation.

Participates in goal related activities with clients for the purpose of the clients treatment plan

Update &document all client treatment & goal related information

Participates in treatment team planning meetings weekly

Effective communicator &problem solver among clients, family & staff

Assist, teaches and monitor daily activities but not limited to personal hygiene, bathing, grooming & dressing

Attend all required meetings and training involving clients treatment goals
New Behavioral Network
June 2010- August 2012
Parent Aide

Manage caseloads clients weekly

Provided service & instruction to families on Parent Education, Home Management Skills & Discipline Techniques

Assist clients & families obtain basic living needs and skills such as: Housing, Food, Medical Care, Child Care, Recreation, Education
& Employment.

Develop & implement program plans in coordination with Social Workers from referral agencies

Maintain detailed an accurate program and progress notes weekly of each client

Attend, participate &testify in court hearings as requested

Transport clients to and from reunification activities

Academy of Dover Charter School (K-5)
August 2005- August 2008
Physical Education& Health Instructor

Prepared lesson plans

Tracking & submitting grades accurately and on time

Insured that all classes were safe and enjoyable

Explored areas such as Communicating Effectively, Mental and Emotional Health, Building Self-esteem, The use and misuse of drugs, Alcohol and
Tobacco, Human Sexuality, Family Relationships, Preventing Abuse, Violence and Peer Pressure
Education
Wilmington University
September 2014- January 2015
MHS: Administration in Human Services (33credits)
Delaware State University
August 1999-May 2003
BA: English
Certification & Certificates
CPR & First Aid

Physical Hold Intervention Technique

Medication Certified

School Age Site Assistant

PCIT