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Amanda Lawson

Olathe,CO

Summary

Responsible Behavioral Health Technician experienced in coordinating behavioral support for clients. Strong history of maintaining accurate documentation and daily reports, helping clients and assisting with daily programming.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

Axis Health Systems
Montrose, CO
07.2022 - 03.2024
  • Performed medication management responsibilities, including administering medications as prescribed by the physician.
  • Coordinated referrals to community resources for clients who needed additional support services.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress, treatments, assessments, and related information in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Assisted with developing discharge plans that included follow up services at home or in the community.
  • Monitored client vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure., as required by policy or procedure.
  • Trained new employees on policies and procedures related to patient care.
  • Maintained a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of unit activity.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during periods of distress or crisis.
  • Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
  • Engaged clients in therapeutic groups to promote coping skills, education and life skills.
  • Interviewed new patients to complete admission forms and assess mental health status.
  • Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
  • Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.

Assistant Manager

Domino's Pizza
Montrose, CO
05.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Organized schedules, workflows and shift coverage to meet expected business demands.

Betterment Course Instructor

Re-entry program
Quincy, FL
11.2019 - 04.2021
  • Conducted lectures, discussions, and assignments to facilitate student learning.
  • Encouraged class participation by providing regular opportunities for students to share their ideas and opinions.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills through group work and problem solving activities.
  • Mentored and motivated students to increase class participation.
  • Formulated well-structured syllabus of course content to detail learning goals and expected outcomes.
  • Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
  • Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.

Skills

  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Behavior Modification
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Medication Administration
  • Discharge Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • Progress Monitoring

Certification

  • Qmap
  • BLS
  • CPI

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Behavioral Health Technician

Axis Health Systems
07.2022 - 03.2024

Assistant Manager

Domino's Pizza
05.2021 - 07.2022

Betterment Course Instructor

Re-entry program
11.2019 - 04.2021
  • Qmap
  • BLS
  • CPI

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