Tasha Clay

Compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Professional with over 8 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families across healthcare, educational, and community-based settings. Master's degree in Developmental Psychology with extensive experience in behavior support, crisis intervention, developmental assessments, individualized care planning, and family engagement. Skilled at building trusting relationships, implementing structured interventions, tracking progress, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote positive developmental outcomes.

Passionate about helping children develop communication, social, behavioral, and daily living skills while fostering confidence, independence, and long-term success.

Personal Care Aide at Caring Senior Service (2026-08 – Present)

• Provided person-centered care and emotional support to individuals with diverse physical, behavioral, and mental health needs.
• Built trusting relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, patience, and respectful communication.
• Supported clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, mobility, and meal preparation.
• Monitored clients’ emotional and behavioral changes and communicated concerns promptly to supervisors, caregivers, and appropriate members of the care team.
• Maintained a safe, structured, and supportive environment while promoting dignity, independence, and client choice.
• Used de-escalation, redirection, and positive reinforcement techniques to respond appropriately to challenging behaviors and emotional distress.
• Encouraged healthy routines, social engagement, independence, and participation in daily activities.
• Maintained accurate and timely documentation regarding client care, behaviors, activities, and significant changes in condition.
• Followed individualized care plans, safety procedures, confidentiality requirements, and organizational policies.
• Collaborated with family members, healthcare professionals, and care teams to support clients’ overall physical and emotional well-being.

Mental Health Specialist & Remote Care Coordinator at Healthcare Services Corp (2023 – 2026-07)

• Conduct comprehensive client assessments and develop individualized support plans tailored to behavioral and developmental needs.
• Build strong relationships with clients and families through consistent communication, follow-up services, and ongoing support.
• Collaborate with clinicians, physicians, social workers, and caregivers to coordinate care and improve client outcomes.
• Implement structured intervention strategies that increased client engagement and participation by 35%.
• Maintain detailed documentation, progress notes, and care records while ensuring full HIPAA compliance.
• Support clients through behavioral challenges using trauma-informed and person-centered approaches.

Patient Care & Mental Health Technician at Clinical Behavioral Health (2021 – 2023)

• Provided direct support to individuals experiencing behavioral and emotional challenges in clinical settings.
• Utilized crisis intervention and CPI de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Assisted clients in developing coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and daily functioning skills.
• Partnered with treatment teams to implement individualized therapeutic goals and interventions.
• Monitored client behavior, documented observations, and communicated progress to supervisors and care teams.

PROGRAM LEAD & OPERATIONS SPECIALIST at Educational & Public Sector (2018 – 2021)

• Supervised educational and developmental programs serving children, families, and community stakeholders.
• Facilitated developmental evaluations and supported individualized learning and growth objectives.
• Conducted over 200 family consultations focused on children's developmental needs, educational planning, and community resources.
• Coordinated activities designed to strengthen communication, social interaction, and learning engagement.
• Led collaborative initiatives that increased family participation and community outreach by 40%.
• Trained and supported staff in program implementation, child engagement, and best practices.

Master of Science (M.S.) in Developmental Psychology – Walden University

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Early Childhood Education – University of Arizona Global Campus

Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Early Childhood Education – University of Arizona Global Campus