A'LYSA GULLETT
Forney,TX
Summary
Highly motivated and proactive individual with a strong academic background, including high school education and currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree. Demonstrated leadership skills as the founder and president of a successful club at highschool. Passionate about creating opportunities for students to engage in meaningful activities and fostering a sense of community within campus. Committed to driving positive change and making a lasting impact through dedication, resourcefulness, and the ability to bring people together.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Tech
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
Garland, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Mental health Technician
Lake Behavioral Health
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborate with mental health professionals to implement treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Monitor and record patient behavior, maintaining detailed and accurate documentation
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, ensuring their comfort and safety
- Conduct group therapy sessions under the guidance of licensed therapists
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support as needed
- Foster a supportive and empathetic environment for individuals undergoing mental health treatment
- Collaborate with nursing and medical staff to address the physical health needs of patients
- Participate in treatment team meetings to discuss patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities to promote socialization and emotional well-being
- Implement and enforce safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for patients and staff
ABA Behavior Therapist
Apex Pediatric Therapy Services
Chicago, IL
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Conduct functional behavior assessments to identify target behaviors and develop individualized treatment plans
- Implement ABA therapy interventions based on the principles of behavior analysis
- Provide one-on-one therapy sessions to clients, targeting specific skill acquisition and behavior reduction goals
- Collect and analyze data on client progress, adjusting interventions as needed
- Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and other team members to ensure consistent implementation of treatment plans across different environments
- Train and support parents and caregivers in implementing behavior management strategies
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, and educators, to address the client's holistic needs
- Attend team meetings and contribute to the development of comprehensive treatment plans
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client sessions and progress
- Stay current on the latest research and developments in ABA therapy and autism intervention
Sales Associate Specialist
Bed Bath & Beyond
Vernon Hills, IL
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure a positive shopping experience for customers
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of products and services to assist customers in making informed purchasing decisions
- Consistently met and exceeded sales goals through effective customer engagement and follow-up
- Assisted in the training and development of new sales associates
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability and timely delivery of customer orders
Education
Associate of Arts -
CLC
Grayslake, IL01.2023
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Suicide prevention
- Behavior management
- Empathy development
Timeline
Mental Health Tech
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Mental health Technician
Lake Behavioral Health
01.2022 - 01.2023
ABA Behavior Therapist
Apex Pediatric Therapy Services
01.2019 - 01.2022
Sales Associate Specialist
Bed Bath & Beyond
01.2016 - 01.2019
Associate of Arts -
CLC