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Angella Kegler

Rapid City

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate professional with extensive experience in crisis intervention and family engagement, notably with Veterans Affairs. Excelled in providing evidence-based support, showcasing problem-solving abilities, and effective communication. Demonstrated adaptability in high-stress environments, significantly improving client outcomes. Skilled in comprehensive risk assessments and empathetic care, reinforcing teamwork and collaboration across diverse groups.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Science Specialist-Crisis Responder

Veterans Affairs
10.2024 - Current

Provided evidence-based suicide prevention, intervention, and crisis de-escalation support and services for Veterans, Active Duty Service Members, civilians, and their families experiencing an emotional or medical crisis. Ensured that every caller was met with care, compassion, and empathy. Completed comprehensive risk and lethality assessments. Ensured accurate and concise documentation. Coordinated care with law enforcement, medical and mental health professionals, and other third parties while maintaining strict HIPPA standards.

Family Engagement Specialist

Children's Home Society of South Dakota
07.2022 - 10.2024

Provided intensive, trauma-informed, strengths-based in home case management for families at risk of system involvement. Conducted intake and administered comprehensive assessments utilizing Motivational Interviewing techniques. Developed and maintained holistic Master Treatment Plans and coordinated care with a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team. Facilitated virtual and in person Direct Service Provider meetings. Ensured a high level of ethics. Made relevant community resource referrals.

Med Tech

Pennington County Jail
09.2023 - 08.2024

Accurately administered prescribed medications to inmates and maintained accurate precise documentation. Supported Correctional Officers in monitoring inmate behaviors, recognizing safety concerns and handling emergent situations. Demonstrated empathy and compassion to the physical and mental health needs of all inmates.

Family Development Specialist

Youth & Family Services
12.2013 - 06.2022

Provided exceptional culturally sensitive in-home weekly services and independent case management to socio-economically disadvantaged families. Worked collaboratively with all support people identified by the family. Empowered family members through skill development and practice, encouragement, respect and validation. Supported families in reaching their goals to include physical and mental health, substance use, housing, employment, and parenting skill development. Made relevant resource referrals.

Education

Certification - Certified Medication Aide

South Dakota Department of Health
Rapid City, SD
09-2023

Community Health Worker - Community Health Worker Certificate

Lake Area Technical Institute
Watertown, SD
05-2023

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA
12-2013

Skills

  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Effective multitasking
  • Excellent communication
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Self-driven and motivated

Timeline

Social Science Specialist-Crisis Responder

Veterans Affairs
10.2024 - Current

Med Tech

Pennington County Jail
09.2023 - 08.2024

Family Engagement Specialist

Children's Home Society of South Dakota
07.2022 - 10.2024

Family Development Specialist

Youth & Family Services
12.2013 - 06.2022

Certification - Certified Medication Aide

South Dakota Department of Health

Community Health Worker - Community Health Worker Certificate

Lake Area Technical Institute

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Upper Iowa University
Angella Kegler