Alan Testa

• Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
• Facilitated on-site activities, support groups, and outings for clients.
• Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
• Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
• Prepared and submitted daily [Type] reports to management.
• Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
• Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
• Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
• Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
• Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
• Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
• Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
• Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
• Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
• Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
• Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
• Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
• Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.

Monitor and support individuals that are currently involved in court system that have mental health and Substance abuse issues.